Hiddenagenda
Hidden Agenda
Real patients do not hand you the diagnosis. Take the history, find what is really going on.
The Sleepless Accountant
Psychiatry
“Doctor, I just can't sleep. I've tried everything and nothing works.”
The Tired Teacher
General Practice / Safeguarding
“I'm just exhausted all the time. I think I need some blood tests.”
The Reflux Retiree
Gastroenterology
“My indigestion is back, doctor. Can I have my usual tablets please?”
The Racing Heart Student
Cardiology / Adolescent Health
“My heart keeps racing and I get really dizzy. I think something is wrong with my heart.”
The New Mum
Postnatal Care
“My back is killing me since the birth. I need something for the pain.”
The Burning Question
Genitourinary Medicine
“I've got a burning feeling when I pee. Probably just a urine infection, right?”
The Dizzy Driver
Cardiology / Neurology
“I get a bit light-headed now and then. Probably just my age, isn't it?”
The Sore Throat Singer
Adolescent Health / Eating Disorders
“My throat is sore again and my voice has gone rough. Can I have antibiotics this time?”
The Tired Teenager
Paediatrics / Haematology
“I'm so tired all the time and everyone says I look pale. Can I just have some iron tablets?”
The Night Shift Nurse
Addiction Medicine / Occupational Health
“My back is worse again. I need my usual oxycodone — the normal ones don't touch it.”
The Silent Husband
Men's Health / Cardiology
“I'm up three or four times a night at the toilet. I suppose it's my prostate.”
The Gym Success Story
Endocrinology
“Honestly, I've never felt better. I've lost a stone and a half and I'm smashing the gym. My wife made me come.”
The Bruised Grandmother
Geriatrics / Safeguarding
“I keep going over, doctor. I think my legs are getting weak.”
The Evening Drink
Hepatology / Addiction
“I'm knackered and my eyes have gone a bit yellow. Probably a bug going round the site.”
