Spelling.. Really makes me sad

I lurk on this forum a bunch. There are some really caring folks giving fantastic advice.

Then I see posts from a desperate person asking for advice. But they just can't spell! They know they are bad spellers. They even apologize. They are forwarded to the " spelling bible" like a bad school child.

I've read the archives. It's 'cause someone came from an educated family. Bla bla bla... well I did too, but I still can't spell "so good" LOL

This obsession keeps a good support forum from being great.

it's just easier to find information if a word is spelled correctly... however... when the world is coming down around one's ears... one is ill or a partner is dying... correction of one's spelling can seem pretty harsh.. Sandia

But do other patients, new to liver disease, know what they mean?

As a medical transcriptionist I have learned that an awful lot of medical words can be spelled almost the same and have completely different meaning. In my work, which I do at home, I use the internet a lot to clarify some things. Sometimes the doctors do not even use the correct word. If I know for sure what it should be, I type it correctly. Otherwise, I flag it for them.

" Think not those faithful who praise all thy words and actions , but those who kindly reprove thy faults " . Socrates




A. Ziffle

“Take care that you never spell a word wrong. Always before you write a word, consider how it is spelled, and, if you do not remember, turn to a dictionary."

Thomas Jefferson

Cir Mom ... I agree with you... when one is seeking help here... it can be very intimidating to have words corrected... however when one needs to look the information up... you need the correct spelling and your life and your loved one's could be on the line... so.. there it is...

Questionable information? I have to say that most of the information given in this forum is from researching or personal experience and is almost always correct.

Hugs,
Connie

Cirmom , My quote posted earlier was intended to go both ways . I see both sides of this argument and there is nothing more frustrating than being corrected on spelling when your fingers are scrambling to type your thoughts , This problem is magnified when that person is the patient . It's down right intimidating . During personal correspondence ( e-mail ) I have had a few instances in which this was a obstacle for potential forum members , A family member has contacted me trying to find answers due to the spelling issue and being embarrassed to post . This problem has been addressed in a previous post and everyone seems to be behaving since then .

Having said the above , It is in each patient and caregivers best interest to know the proper spelling of each word or try and get it reasonably close enough to interpret from others here . Lack of knowledge can be seen as lack of concern on your part by doctors , and doctors are who determine if you are suitable for transplant . I can't emphasize enough just how the small things matter so much in some of the decision making process just to get on the " list " . Should spelling matter much here ? Well this is a forum and forums have all sorts of people , People are prone to personalities , Bad days , Sickness , peeves and some folks are just plain ole tail holes ( Myself not excluded ) . In essence you don't have to respond to anyone here if you feel they meet any of the above mentioned criteria . People are gonna be people . I personally get a kick out of antagonizing Connie and the dreaded * D * , Kinda makes me feel all warm and cozy inside .


A. Ziffle

Cirmom , Never heard of megame . Alot of people come on here with supplements and various ideas . Most prescription drugs have to be " Prescribed " so if your GP got those pills for you without looking into your daughters charts or not questioning your ability to suggest prescribing it to her then he places alot of trust in you . Could this be your fault in some way ?
Each patient is unique and what may work for some or most wont work for others , You should know that . And to be sure your Hepatologist wouldn't approve of you getting non approved prescriptions behind there back and treating the patient , That is a big no no !!! Just because it's printed in a forum , a medical paper , a newspaper or spoken doesn't mean it's true or in your case " one size fits all " . Always ask your specialist .



A. Ziffle

I wasn't there when the Megace was prescribed. So I don't know the GP's thinking. she also Greatly reduced her diuretics before she was ready probably causing the acieties to kick in.

now everything is run through the Liver clinic.

this is a nice forum, just not for me.

"I've wanted to be involved in this one but after several months of lurking, I kept seeing the same thing. A distraught patient, mother or sister or wife would be brave enough to tell their story. They would apologize for their spelling only to be told to refer to the "guide" Most never posted again."

That's your quote from a few posts back. I read this forum every day. Having done that, I haven't heard of these "many that never posted again." No one could, if they never posted again. As far as being refereed to the "guide," that's simply good information we all need to know. That's not a way to blow anyone off, or get rid of them.

each to his/her own.... this forum was nothing but informative and supportive during Mike and I's journey and continues to be support two years later... hopefully others will find this forum the same way..