Because I don't go to doctors for minor aches and pains that I know they can't do anything about. I haven't been to a doctor in 6 years.
I guess we all look at the issue of seeing a doctor influenced by our own personal experiences. I do not know everyone here on these boards sufficiently to know how much they are having a little fun or perhaps grumbling to friends here about an annoying minor injury, so I will admit I may have missed the subtleties here!
A good buddy of mine bragged about never going to a doctor because, "... they're only gonna find something wrong." A few years later, at 38 years old, he keeled over and fell out of his chair at a Sunday dinner. He died of a stroke a few moments later- on the floor in front of his wife and 3 kids. It was pretty awful for his family and friends- all who cared about him.
At some point, you may wish to start going to the doctor for a physical once in a while, even when you are feeling healthy. I imagine you're probably a good bit younger than 38, but I would heartily encourage you to think about regular physicals as you get older! I want us all to keep happy, healthy & wise! I'm glad you're feeling better!
