the problem with doctors when they are too specialised is that they will consider whatever signs and symptoms the patients present them falls under their specialty. i'm not doubting their expertise nor saying it's bad to do tests and get a thorough checkup, but is it really necessary? out of respect and to not make my life miserable, i managed to voice out my opinion in a very nice tone, i hope.
no wonder they say ignorance is bliss. would you rather get checked from top to toe, knowing every minor defect your body has, taking different drugs or herbs prescribed by doctors from every department for preventive or treatment purposes, restricting your diet and levels of activity? or would you rather live the way you want, enjoying good food and your favorite activity? i definitely choose the latter. because for every department i go, i seem to learn that something is wrong with me medically.
so western medicine or tcm? i choose nature. seriously, i think i make a better patient than being a doctor.

meanwhile, celebrating national day at the embassy was quite fun. first time getting a nday goodie bag (DHL-ed from SGP). and not surprisingly, i was more interesting in the buffet spread than the ceremony