Hi all,
This is to inform you that during consultation, you may need to provide me honestly, with your age and gender (not a must if your question is for educational purposes, but applied to people who wish to have their condition understood and clarified), and at times, even race.
You need to understand that this is for risk stratification of certain diseases that may be more common towards certain age groups, gender and race.
If you feel too sensitive over providing me with such information, you can PM me and I will keep it confidential.
Example:
The middle aged female patients are more prone to acquiring rheumatoid arthritis.
Guys in their 20s who acquire certain HLA genes are more prone to succumbing to Ankylosing Spondylitis.
Indians, based on their common food and the way they cook it are more prone (according to statistics) to succumbing to heart diseases.
Information provided are at your own disposal and your own responsibility.
Your cooperation is much appreciated. Thank you!
