Aug 15, 2018 3:22 PM
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ImAlohaBob
Better than his dick
AtsaMattaForYou
Nurse: Who was that?
moecurlylarry
My dentist never did explain this
VenDei
Because it's an efficient method. It's cheap, and simple. Finding something that way first *justifies* the cost of more elaborate methods.
Someshithead241
It's 1479 and the best way to cure blood diseases is a nice jar of leeches. Wait..
SteveHeap
I don't mind it. I just don't think it's professional to kiss the back of my neck afterwards....
DickDastardly404
I thought that was nice, it was the reacharound that crossed the line imo.
JaydaMang
I needed a second opinion , he used a different finger
Notmybelly
Two.....
spacepants4tw7
Have they come up with something other than the boob-smashing machine for mammograms?
izoli413365
Thats the cheap way to fell for abnormalities. If something is felt then you get a trans rectal ultrasound or prostate biopsy
Feel
cattingtons
Prostate exams don't start until you're middle aged. Smear tests start from age you're sexually active. Now that's unfair, pal.
sardonislamir
"It is 2018 and Surgeon's still use their hands to cut on people?!!?" Because it is still a valuable method and low tech, less fallible.
theresgarlicinthatnebula
I mean, that one's changing pretty fast.
ricoadelante
Should be ok As long as he says no homo
lactatingbulge
How is it 2018 and the only way to check your cervix is by a doctor sticking their finger in your vagina?
JamieSmyth
*and a few other implements
BigPawsOfWowterHeaven
But vagina was made as a place to insert stuff into. Anus quite the opposite
Taraxacumofficinale
"'No homo', God says as he puts a man's g-spot up his asshole'" <<(reminded me of)
Gatzarlok
Because your prostate is in your butthole? Would you rather he go in through the mouth?
betterunsaid
But...its not in the butt...
It's about 4 inches inside the rectum.
jethroismaxbaer5772
HenryLimpet
I may die from prostate cancer cuz I never get it checked. Still waiting for another solution.
pezlex
But why? It really isn't that uncomfortable and people get worked up over quite literally nothing.
Call it pride. Call it embarrassment. All I know is I'm off-the-scale uncomfortable with being put in such a vulnerable position. No pun.
WhoWantsToGoToDsDiner
Psa , 4k psa or a exodex urine test are other methods which are less invasive. Ask a urologist. Stay healthy buddy.
MorganMcJiggleson
Same could be said of pelvic exams for women.
wtfiamfake
My OB/GYN can never find my prostate it's so small.
Baeloro
Well, see, your prostate is inside... Your asshole.
PutThePRNDLinD
Sure...it should be a camera.
KungPowDicken
I think you're thinking of a colonoscopy.
showusyourebox
Like always thought they used there fingers but my doctor always has both of his hands on my shoulders
degreef4
Like=I there=their
veryreasonablecat
When I first read that I thought it said three fingers
GrootyMcGrootface
I heard that in Shaggy’s voice, for some reason.
Theweirdside
Its 2019 and we still have to deal with this
jiantjerd
Karl Pilkington is that you?
legalisegaymarijuana
How is it 2018 and straight men still have such an issue with getting a doctor's finger in their ass?
imgurforants
I don't like anybody's finger in my anything. Ever.
What if Megan fox wanted to finger your ass?
I'm gonna pass. Which is more gay, wanting a finger up your butt or not letting a girl do it? Hmm.....
Couldn't care less what seems gay or not gay, I do what I want
Judging from the username, I guess so. :D
I mean as a gay dude, unless I'm fucking my doctor I'm still uncomfortable.
Shineupordown
I am nearing 30 and never had a foreign finger in my ass thank god.It this something i should be dreading in the future ?
causality
Stick your own finger up your ass in the shower once and it completely de-mystifies the experience. It's no big deal.
If you are a man over 50 you get the lovely DRE unless if u have family hx of prostate or breast then it starts at 40. Or if in the 1/2
2/2 in the military is the USA they seem tto do it to men all the Damn time. It screening for prostate cancer along with a blood test PSA
It really isn't that big a deal. It is a little uncomfortable and only embarrassing if you let it bother you.
frogjammies
"Foreign finger" At least you're keeping it real!
oh shit ,and i tried so hard to avoid getting burned :D
stuhata
It's better than health complications
RavenousBugblatterBeast
No question it is awkward, but it is over quickly and not as emotionally traumatic as you would think. You have to remember that the doctor
has seen innumerable asses and it is way less out of the ordinary for them than it is for you. I used to be so worried about being in
compromising situations like this, but as I am progressing through my 30s I find myself caring less and less about it. I just get tired of
being so anxious about stuff all the time so I decided to try to relax and not worry so much. It is freeing for sure. I feel like I'm well
on my way to being a wrinkly old naked man in the gym locker room in about 30 years. Horay!
AttilaTheHungover
I've not yet had a prostate exam. I'm quite looking forward to it... should this be 'socially awkward penguin' or 'confession bear'?
Tortfeas0r
I giggled during my first one. Not because it was enjoyable or ticklish (it’s not), but rather out of the awkwardness of the exam method
jumbosmooth
Don't look forward to it. It's embarrassing and when the doc pulls his finger out you feel like you just took a dump.
eetsumkaus
I don't understand. What part of that is unpleasant?
The part where you feel like you just pooped on the doctor.
well I suppose not being on the receiving end of that is less than optimal, but giving is its own kind of pleasantness
ihaveaboringusername
Penguin if you get a boner, bear if you enjoy it
Neither. It's a medical procedure that too many people get worked up over nothing.
banjak
Every time I visit my Doctor he insists on sticking his finger up my arse, at least I think it's his finger and I hope he's a Doctor.
Pogo748
Threshold question. Are you male?
jaychay
It was not at a hospital.
BrockfuckingSamson
Does your doctor work out of a trailer off the interstate?
DSTRYALLORNOTNG
Does he hold your shoulder with both hands?
RelartOfGivia
Mine usually buys me dinner first.
BukkakeRider3000
Imustupvotealltacos
He real doctor. I just don't get what's with all the enemas tho
onef8
Is it normal for both the doctor's hands to be on my shoulders during a prostate exam?
ReallyFastSloth
Spoiler alert: it's the janitor.
mdfitzg90
Additional Spoiler alert: it wasn’t his finger.
Spoiler alert: it's not his finger and it's your dentist.
MissivesFromTheTower
1400mlwaterbottle
Spoiler alert: it’s not his finger and it’s your ophthalmologist (eye doctor).
bonkoland
Spoiler alert. Its your uncle and your tripping on bath salts
amyhadalittlepond
I'm on a horse
tarataqa
My dentist loves it when I swallow...
omgitsadamz
His doctorate is in history.
TheKimInTheNorth
"What's the diagnosis?" "That belongs in a museum."
StatiPandaBandit
Or at least a professional in the field
ViralLola
I’d worry if both of his hands are on your shoulders.
LurkerOfDarkness
Or maybe just enjoy it, depends on your desires.
MuseMatar
I guess I'm safe since he keeps both his hands on my waist.
amishjosh
three points of contact, he's just ensuring safety
throwawayacct1951
It's 2018 and the best way to check boobs is to put them in a vice and take pictures
letthefuturebegin
Actually there’s a better way… They never touch you. It’s called THERMOGRAPHY. Infrared thermal imaging diagnostics. It’s outstanding.
coveredincatfurr
or smears, Colposcopies, letz treatments, colonoscopies....
MaddPainting
Worst is, its not very good at it and can actually just cause more problems than what its worth.
HPCertTechGuy
Like catching the gay?
No... wtf?
OctorokObama
I think you might want to ask to see your doctor's degree. If his name is Terry and he runs a medical van, you might want to look elsewhere.
ChrisMendez123
Sekai
Instructions unclear
cappz3
Does that hurt?
QuamvisSintSubAqua
Dentists are worse.
intaglioguy
If a dentist is smashing your boobs or balls, you've once again confused 'dominatrix' for 'dentist.'
No, it feels fantastic. Of course it hurts.
DiscoPoodle
smashes ze boobies to a pancake. not fun
myexpectationsaresuperlow
So. Fucking. Much.
PersonalDildo
But like to you is getting kicked in the face a lot of pain? Breaking a jaw? Outside of birth women are less prone to painful situations
This is the reply of a man who has never had an honest conversation with a woman.
I'm not sure what you're asking. Getting kicked in the face and breaking a jaw are also painful things for either sex I imagine.
Both painful but for a guy who’s more likely to experience physical trauma they might not be considered as painful
ShinyAlienPrincess
Hahahaha you have no idea what women get through their entire life. You have no fucking idea.
Sure, but women also are far less likely to lose limbs or digits and break bones through out their life. Their bodies don’t get beat up
MeanJosephine
Day one of a man having to put his balls in a vice is the day someone will invent a better device
18LoneStar36
It doesn't take much to feel more than two round objects in skin that I light can shine through.
Boobs squishy balls not squishy
I'm surprised no one has done that already, but I absolutely agree with you
veteransgrow
Would you like a man to invent a new way to image boobs, while we’re inventing a new way to image our balls?
Agreed. There is a better way. They never touch you. It’s called THERMOGRAPHY. Infrared thermal imaging diagnostics. It’s outstanding.
totallycooldude
And unless I’m wrong much more expensive?
Not too bad actually. Approx $100. Better than the vice from hell.
Jatopian
Well I mean... those aren't remotely comparable.
bobtheaxolotl
As a testicle owner who's undergone a mammogram, they indeed are not.
ILikePugandFrenchiePictures
I've had women tell me that cramps are worse than testicular trauma, literally having your skin melt off in a fire, etc...
Sometimes people just have no frame of reference.
disemboweled
Biology, no. Socially, yes. Don't be obtuse.
Hartonics
I've never see a man with his balls hanging at a non nudist beach but pleanty of women go topless
Secsletariat
nah i think he's trying to be acute
Socially? What the fuck are you gibbering about?
How society views them. You know, from a cultural standpoint. For instance, neither are allowed to be shown in public b/c it's "indecent".
ragingzealot
Because a finger up your butt to make sure it's worth looking into costs substantially less than just sending you to get an MRI.
Appel99
And a hella lot quicker.
cyrilzeta
...That, and biopsies hurt a lot. And are expensive.
overworkeddad
There should be like a $5 thing you get from the pharmacy to check it. Like a preggers stick or something
DoggoPicsMakeMeHungry
Keep It Simple Something
ErkTheJrk
It's also hella fun times.
Actually most prostate cancers are undectable with prostate exams so MRIs are still used with a normal exam. Mostly DRE 1/2
Is to see if there is possble reason for false elevation of PSA such as prostatitis. Nodules can be found but are less likely.
elcapitandelacalle
It costs less, but still means that I'm paying my doctor for fingering me, instead of me making some money out of it
GiantEnemyMudcrabz
You think anyone would pay real money to be able to finger you?
There is only one way of finding out... For your next exam test if your doctor is amenable to this proposal. I'll follow suit.
inyourheadunderyourskin
And it just feels nice
Especially if he buys me a drink first.
lilchan16
But then why are boths his hands on your shoulders?
sleepyimgurian
Well its not super reliable and healthcare costs shldnt dictate saving lives...but it does...at least in the US.
LarryLee
it does everywhere. it's just the cost analysis is done by the govt instead of private companies elsewhere. so instead of having to pay 1/
for better insurance to cover it, you simply don't even have the option to get it for certain indications in countries with socialized 2/
healthcare systems. Same with meds. In the US the best drug may cost a lot, and only be slightly better than a related drug, so you have 3/
to pay more for it. in other countries, you just can't get that drug in the first place
whoisyourdaddy
I got a camera from amazon that connects to my phone for $20.
acrobatman
cool, just need to connect it to a lamp, and shove that up there as well so you can actually see. then do it a good few times to get 360 /
It's already got a light, and the resolution is around 1000x better than the Dr's middle finger.
degree vision, then realise its hard to judge size from a 2D image so add a banana for scale. then realise it's dumb and get your doctor
to buy you maybe not dinner first but at least a bottle of wine
Brocktooon
No it doesn't. The MRI machine is paid for. Using it more does not cost more.
Like when you buy a house outright. No more bills ever for the rest of your life.
Glibson
I've had about 7 MRIs in the past 6 years. All cost me £0.00.
myrdrah
Do you think power is free? Licensing for the software for those buggers? Upkeep is real yo!
MyCaruba
And obviously the technologist is totally fine doing the whole thing pro bono, not getting paid for their time or anything.
blackdove
it is paid for, by charging people who use it, and using it more does cost more, both in electricity and in maintenance
Nope. It's a capital investment. It makes no sense to not use it because of budgetary concerns. If you buy a truck for your business and it
just sits there, you are getting a poor return on your investment.
ah we're arguing different view points, I'm saying me as the customer doesn't want to pay a lot for a test when a cheaper option is there
while you are right from the owners perspective, having an MRI sitting there is a bad ROI, granted most MRIs have a bit of a wait list
nope. it's a capital investment. but used for lots of things. and there's always a line. so giving everyone an mri for their prostate 1/
means problems that can only be diagnosed by MRI and not physical exam get delayed
ImAlohaBob
Better than his dick
AtsaMattaForYou
Nurse: Who was that?
moecurlylarry
My dentist never did explain this
VenDei
Because it's an efficient method. It's cheap, and simple. Finding something that way first *justifies* the cost of more elaborate methods.
Someshithead241
It's 1479 and the best way to cure blood diseases is a nice jar of leeches. Wait..
SteveHeap
I don't mind it. I just don't think it's professional to kiss the back of my neck afterwards....
DickDastardly404
I thought that was nice, it was the reacharound that crossed the line imo.
JaydaMang
I needed a second opinion , he used a different finger
Notmybelly
Two.....
spacepants4tw7
Have they come up with something other than the boob-smashing machine for mammograms?
izoli413365
Thats the cheap way to fell for abnormalities. If something is felt then you get a trans rectal ultrasound or prostate biopsy
izoli413365
Feel
cattingtons
Prostate exams don't start until you're middle aged. Smear tests start from age you're sexually active. Now that's unfair, pal.
sardonislamir
"It is 2018 and Surgeon's still use their hands to cut on people?!!?" Because it is still a valuable method and low tech, less fallible.
theresgarlicinthatnebula
I mean, that one's changing pretty fast.
ricoadelante
Should be ok As long as he says no homo
lactatingbulge
How is it 2018 and the only way to check your cervix is by a doctor sticking their finger in your vagina?
JamieSmyth
*and a few other implements
BigPawsOfWowterHeaven
But vagina was made as a place to insert stuff into. Anus quite the opposite
Taraxacumofficinale
"'No homo', God says as he puts a man's g-spot up his asshole'" <<(reminded me of)
Gatzarlok
Because your prostate is in your butthole? Would you rather he go in through the mouth?
betterunsaid
But...its not in the butt...
Gatzarlok
It's about 4 inches inside the rectum.
jethroismaxbaer5772
HenryLimpet
I may die from prostate cancer cuz I never get it checked. Still waiting for another solution.
pezlex
But why? It really isn't that uncomfortable and people get worked up over quite literally nothing.
HenryLimpet
Call it pride. Call it embarrassment. All I know is I'm off-the-scale uncomfortable with being put in such a vulnerable position. No pun.
WhoWantsToGoToDsDiner
Psa , 4k psa or a exodex urine test are other methods which are less invasive. Ask a urologist. Stay healthy buddy.
MorganMcJiggleson
Same could be said of pelvic exams for women.
wtfiamfake
My OB/GYN can never find my prostate it's so small.
Baeloro
Well, see, your prostate is inside... Your asshole.
PutThePRNDLinD
Sure...it should be a camera.
KungPowDicken
I think you're thinking of a colonoscopy.
showusyourebox
Like always thought they used there fingers but my doctor always has both of his hands on my shoulders
degreef4
Like=I there=their
veryreasonablecat
When I first read that I thought it said three fingers
GrootyMcGrootface
I heard that in Shaggy’s voice, for some reason.
Theweirdside
Its 2019 and we still have to deal with this
jiantjerd
Karl Pilkington is that you?
legalisegaymarijuana
How is it 2018 and straight men still have such an issue with getting a doctor's finger in their ass?
imgurforants
I don't like anybody's finger in my anything. Ever.
legalisegaymarijuana
What if Megan fox wanted to finger your ass?
imgurforants
I'm gonna pass. Which is more gay, wanting a finger up your butt or not letting a girl do it? Hmm.....
legalisegaymarijuana
Couldn't care less what seems gay or not gay, I do what I want
imgurforants
Judging from the username, I guess so. :D
theresgarlicinthatnebula
I mean as a gay dude, unless I'm fucking my doctor I'm still uncomfortable.
Shineupordown
I am nearing 30 and never had a foreign finger in my ass thank god.It this something i should be dreading in the future ?
causality
Stick your own finger up your ass in the shower once and it completely de-mystifies the experience. It's no big deal.
betterunsaid
If you are a man over 50 you get the lovely DRE unless if u have family hx of prostate or breast then it starts at 40. Or if in the 1/2
betterunsaid
2/2 in the military is the USA they seem tto do it to men all the Damn time. It screening for prostate cancer along with a blood test PSA
pezlex
It really isn't that big a deal. It is a little uncomfortable and only embarrassing if you let it bother you.
frogjammies
"Foreign finger" At least you're keeping it real!
Shineupordown
oh shit ,and i tried so hard to avoid getting burned :D
stuhata
It's better than health complications
RavenousBugblatterBeast
No question it is awkward, but it is over quickly and not as emotionally traumatic as you would think. You have to remember that the doctor
RavenousBugblatterBeast
has seen innumerable asses and it is way less out of the ordinary for them than it is for you. I used to be so worried about being in
RavenousBugblatterBeast
compromising situations like this, but as I am progressing through my 30s I find myself caring less and less about it. I just get tired of
RavenousBugblatterBeast
being so anxious about stuff all the time so I decided to try to relax and not worry so much. It is freeing for sure. I feel like I'm well
RavenousBugblatterBeast
on my way to being a wrinkly old naked man in the gym locker room in about 30 years. Horay!
AttilaTheHungover
I've not yet had a prostate exam. I'm quite looking forward to it... should this be 'socially awkward penguin' or 'confession bear'?
Tortfeas0r
I giggled during my first one. Not because it was enjoyable or ticklish (it’s not), but rather out of the awkwardness of the exam method
jumbosmooth
Don't look forward to it. It's embarrassing and when the doc pulls his finger out you feel like you just took a dump.
eetsumkaus
I don't understand. What part of that is unpleasant?
jumbosmooth
The part where you feel like you just pooped on the doctor.
eetsumkaus
well I suppose not being on the receiving end of that is less than optimal, but giving is its own kind of pleasantness
ihaveaboringusername
Penguin if you get a boner, bear if you enjoy it
pezlex
Neither. It's a medical procedure that too many people get worked up over nothing.
banjak
Every time I visit my Doctor he insists on sticking his finger up my arse, at least I think it's his finger and I hope he's a Doctor.
Pogo748
Threshold question. Are you male?
jaychay
It was not at a hospital.
BrockfuckingSamson
Does your doctor work out of a trailer off the interstate?
DSTRYALLORNOTNG
Does he hold your shoulder with both hands?
RelartOfGivia
Mine usually buys me dinner first.
BukkakeRider3000
Imustupvotealltacos
He real doctor. I just don't get what's with all the enemas tho
onef8
Is it normal for both the doctor's hands to be on my shoulders during a prostate exam?
ReallyFastSloth
Spoiler alert: it's the janitor.
mdfitzg90
Additional Spoiler alert: it wasn’t his finger.
KungPowDicken
Spoiler alert: it's not his finger and it's your dentist.
MissivesFromTheTower
1400mlwaterbottle
Spoiler alert: it’s not his finger and it’s your ophthalmologist (eye doctor).
bonkoland
Spoiler alert. Its your uncle and your tripping on bath salts
amyhadalittlepond
I'm on a horse
tarataqa
My dentist loves it when I swallow...
omgitsadamz
His doctorate is in history.
TheKimInTheNorth
"What's the diagnosis?" "That belongs in a museum."
StatiPandaBandit
Or at least a professional in the field
ViralLola
I’d worry if both of his hands are on your shoulders.
LurkerOfDarkness
Or maybe just enjoy it, depends on your desires.
MuseMatar
I guess I'm safe since he keeps both his hands on my waist.
amishjosh
three points of contact, he's just ensuring safety
throwawayacct1951
It's 2018 and the best way to check boobs is to put them in a vice and take pictures
letthefuturebegin
Actually there’s a better way… They never touch you. It’s called THERMOGRAPHY. Infrared thermal imaging diagnostics. It’s outstanding.
coveredincatfurr
or smears, Colposcopies, letz treatments, colonoscopies....
MaddPainting
Worst is, its not very good at it and can actually just cause more problems than what its worth.
HPCertTechGuy
Like catching the gay?
MaddPainting
No... wtf?
OctorokObama
I think you might want to ask to see your doctor's degree. If his name is Terry and he runs a medical van, you might want to look elsewhere.
ChrisMendez123
Sekai
Instructions unclear
cappz3
Does that hurt?
QuamvisSintSubAqua
Dentists are worse.
intaglioguy
If a dentist is smashing your boobs or balls, you've once again confused 'dominatrix' for 'dentist.'
MorganMcJiggleson
No, it feels fantastic. Of course it hurts.
DiscoPoodle
smashes ze boobies to a pancake. not fun
myexpectationsaresuperlow
So. Fucking. Much.
PersonalDildo
But like to you is getting kicked in the face a lot of pain? Breaking a jaw? Outside of birth women are less prone to painful situations
MorganMcJiggleson
This is the reply of a man who has never had an honest conversation with a woman.
myexpectationsaresuperlow
I'm not sure what you're asking. Getting kicked in the face and breaking a jaw are also painful things for either sex I imagine.
PersonalDildo
Both painful but for a guy who’s more likely to experience physical trauma they might not be considered as painful
ShinyAlienPrincess
Hahahaha you have no idea what women get through their entire life. You have no fucking idea.
PersonalDildo
Sure, but women also are far less likely to lose limbs or digits and break bones through out their life. Their bodies don’t get beat up
MeanJosephine
Day one of a man having to put his balls in a vice is the day someone will invent a better device
18LoneStar36
It doesn't take much to feel more than two round objects in skin that I light can shine through.
PersonalDildo
Boobs squishy balls not squishy
throwawayacct1951
I'm surprised no one has done that already, but I absolutely agree with you
veteransgrow
Would you like a man to invent a new way to image boobs, while we’re inventing a new way to image our balls?
letthefuturebegin
Agreed. There is a better way. They never touch you. It’s called THERMOGRAPHY. Infrared thermal imaging diagnostics. It’s outstanding.
totallycooldude
And unless I’m wrong much more expensive?
letthefuturebegin
Not too bad actually. Approx $100. Better than the vice from hell.
Jatopian
Well I mean... those aren't remotely comparable.
bobtheaxolotl
As a testicle owner who's undergone a mammogram, they indeed are not.
ILikePugandFrenchiePictures
I've had women tell me that cramps are worse than testicular trauma, literally having your skin melt off in a fire, etc...
ILikePugandFrenchiePictures
Sometimes people just have no frame of reference.
disemboweled
Biology, no. Socially, yes. Don't be obtuse.
Hartonics
I've never see a man with his balls hanging at a non nudist beach but pleanty of women go topless
Secsletariat
nah i think he's trying to be acute
bobtheaxolotl
Socially? What the fuck are you gibbering about?
disemboweled
How society views them. You know, from a cultural standpoint. For instance, neither are allowed to be shown in public b/c it's "indecent".
ragingzealot
Because a finger up your butt to make sure it's worth looking into costs substantially less than just sending you to get an MRI.
Appel99
And a hella lot quicker.
cyrilzeta
...That, and biopsies hurt a lot. And are expensive.
overworkeddad
There should be like a $5 thing you get from the pharmacy to check it. Like a preggers stick or something
DoggoPicsMakeMeHungry
Keep It Simple Something
ErkTheJrk
It's also hella fun times.
betterunsaid
Actually most prostate cancers are undectable with prostate exams so MRIs are still used with a normal exam. Mostly DRE 1/2
betterunsaid
Is to see if there is possble reason for false elevation of PSA such as prostatitis. Nodules can be found but are less likely.
elcapitandelacalle
It costs less, but still means that I'm paying my doctor for fingering me, instead of me making some money out of it
GiantEnemyMudcrabz
You think anyone would pay real money to be able to finger you?
elcapitandelacalle
There is only one way of finding out... For your next exam test if your doctor is amenable to this proposal. I'll follow suit.
inyourheadunderyourskin
And it just feels nice
Appel99
Especially if he buys me a drink first.
lilchan16
But then why are boths his hands on your shoulders?
sleepyimgurian
Well its not super reliable and healthcare costs shldnt dictate saving lives...but it does...at least in the US.
LarryLee
it does everywhere. it's just the cost analysis is done by the govt instead of private companies elsewhere. so instead of having to pay 1/
LarryLee
for better insurance to cover it, you simply don't even have the option to get it for certain indications in countries with socialized 2/
LarryLee
healthcare systems. Same with meds. In the US the best drug may cost a lot, and only be slightly better than a related drug, so you have 3/
LarryLee
to pay more for it. in other countries, you just can't get that drug in the first place
whoisyourdaddy
I got a camera from amazon that connects to my phone for $20.
acrobatman
cool, just need to connect it to a lamp, and shove that up there as well so you can actually see. then do it a good few times to get 360 /
whoisyourdaddy
It's already got a light, and the resolution is around 1000x better than the Dr's middle finger.
acrobatman
degree vision, then realise its hard to judge size from a 2D image so add a banana for scale. then realise it's dumb and get your doctor
acrobatman
to buy you maybe not dinner first but at least a bottle of wine
Brocktooon
No it doesn't. The MRI machine is paid for. Using it more does not cost more.
DoggoPicsMakeMeHungry
Like when you buy a house outright. No more bills ever for the rest of your life.
Glibson
I've had about 7 MRIs in the past 6 years. All cost me £0.00.
myrdrah
Do you think power is free? Licensing for the software for those buggers? Upkeep is real yo!
MyCaruba
And obviously the technologist is totally fine doing the whole thing pro bono, not getting paid for their time or anything.
blackdove
it is paid for, by charging people who use it, and using it more does cost more, both in electricity and in maintenance
Brocktooon
Nope. It's a capital investment. It makes no sense to not use it because of budgetary concerns. If you buy a truck for your business and it
Brocktooon
just sits there, you are getting a poor return on your investment.
blackdove
ah we're arguing different view points, I'm saying me as the customer doesn't want to pay a lot for a test when a cheaper option is there
blackdove
while you are right from the owners perspective, having an MRI sitting there is a bad ROI, granted most MRIs have a bit of a wait list
LarryLee
nope. it's a capital investment. but used for lots of things. and there's always a line. so giving everyone an mri for their prostate 1/
LarryLee
means problems that can only be diagnosed by MRI and not physical exam get delayed