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By *adeiteWoman
over a year ago
Staffordshire |
People go to Turkey for cheaper aesthetic procedures, like new teeth. And clearly, like the UK, not everyone makes it out alive.
Every operation/procedure comes with risks no matter the country. |
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Turkey statistics say 640,000 medical tourists in 2021 alone. Makes for a 0.003% risk of death if all 22 were counted in that year as opposed to across nearly 4 years.
That's better odds on survival than most things. |
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"Reports that 22 people have died following medical tourism visits to Turkey since 2019.
What's going on here guys?"
Don't do it Tom.
You're 64 years of age and having Yeti like feet is normal for a man of your age.
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By *ssex_tom OP Man
over a year ago
Chelmsford |
"Turkey statistics say 640,000 medical tourists in 2021 alone. Makes for a 0.003% risk of death if all 22 were counted in that year as opposed to across nearly 4 years.
That's better odds on survival than most things."
All 22 were English. You do the maths.... |
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All 22 were English. You do the maths...."
Oh, fair point. UK apparently makes up between 3 and 7% of medical tourism globally, so if we say 5% that gets it up to 0.06% if all the deaths were in one year, it was across more than 3 so closer to 0.02%. Still better odds than elective surgeries in the UK from the look of it. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Don't be a another statistic peoples. Going to Turkey to get your teeth done is like a game of Russian Roulette"
They fix your teeth with a revolver? No wonder 22 people have died |
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They where probably vaccinated and we all know that the vaccine is the reason for all deaths these days.
Hit by a bus= vaccine
Shot=vaccine
Reaction to anaesthetic=vaccine
Mauled by a Bear= vaccine. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Don't be a another statistic peoples. Going to Turkey to get your teeth done is like a game of Russian Roulette
They fix your teeth with a revolver? No wonder 22 people have died "
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
I don’t understand the obsession with Turkey for dentistry, it’s such poor quality work.
I had my wisdoms out in Thailand it’s well known they are the best in the world & much cheaper than Turkey - and much safer than the UK in terms of hygiene |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I guess people have to weigh up the cheaper prices and lack of personal face to face aftercare after any op… if you need something done - better do it here than overseas |
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By *.L.0460.Woman
over a year ago
Bognor Regis |
I can totally understand why people do it.
After having weightloss surgery & losing 10st, the excess skin I was left with made me feel worse than when it was padded out with fat!
I couldn't possibly afford UK cosmetic prices, so I went to Poland for a total of 6 surgeries over 3 years. I worked 2nd jobs & saved like a demon to pay the 15k I'm cash as I went along. In the UK, I probably would have spent 35k!!
The one thing I don't get is why people don't research the surgeon they're looking at, or the risks during & after the procedures. That isn't easy when these people aren't covered by the GMC, but it is possible to get an idea.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Turkey teeth lol look so fuckin stupid but I suppose the people that want teeth that glow in the dark are, just the same as the Daffy Duck lips uugghh lol. |
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"Reports that 22 people have died following medical tourism visits to Turkey since 2019.
What's going on here guys?"
I think what's going on is people going to turkey and getting fuck up rip off surgery and dieing .about covers it. |
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"They go out there...have complications them go to the NHS here ...
What's going on here guys?"
Nothing new here Tom, been happening for years with all surgery conducted overseas.
Some result from being discharged too early, sometimes back on a plane the next day. How many of us would have a surgical procedure in the UK then jump on a plane to Spain the next day.
Some have made a bad decision on choosing surgeon or clinic but does that mean we have bad decision making as a criteria for healthcare.
Think 90% of us would be refused if that was the case.
Bad decision on alcohol.
Bad decision on smoking.
Bad decision on drugs, recreational or prescribed.
Bad decision on diet, exercise etc
The list goes on and on. |
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"I can totally understand why people do it.
After having weightloss surgery & losing 10st, the excess skin I was left with made me feel worse than when it was padded out with fat!
I couldn't possibly afford UK cosmetic prices, so I went to Poland for a total of 6 surgeries over 3 years. I worked 2nd jobs & saved like a demon to pay the 15k I'm cash as I went along. In the UK, I probably would have spent 35k!!
The one thing I don't get is why people don't research the surgeon they're looking at, or the risks during & after the procedures. That isn't easy when these people aren't covered by the GMC, but it is possible to get an idea.
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Read your profile, best I've read in ages, coughed up my tea with the rich tea comment.
Bet you are brilliant company especially at initial social meets. Liz. Xx |
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By *.L.0460.Woman
over a year ago
Bognor Regis |
"I can totally understand why people do it.
After having weightloss surgery & losing 10st, the excess skin I was left with made me feel worse than when it was padded out with fat!
I couldn't possibly afford UK cosmetic prices, so I went to Poland for a total of 6 surgeries over 3 years. I worked 2nd jobs & saved like a demon to pay the 15k I'm cash as I went along. In the UK, I probably would have spent 35k!!
The one thing I don't get is why people don't research the surgeon they're looking at, or the risks during & after the procedures. That isn't easy when these people aren't covered by the GMC, but it is possible to get an idea.
Read your profile, best I've read in ages, coughed up my tea with the rich tea comment.
Bet you are brilliant company especially at initial social meets. Liz. Xx"
Thanks so much for that!! It's been said that my mouth is my best & worst feature!! xx |
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By *ssex_tom OP Man
over a year ago
Chelmsford |
"I can totally understand why people do it.
After having weightloss surgery & losing 10st, the excess skin I was left with made me feel worse than when it was padded out with fat!
I couldn't possibly afford UK cosmetic prices, so I went to Poland for a total of 6 surgeries over 3 years. I worked 2nd jobs & saved like a demon to pay the 15k I'm cash as I went along. In the UK, I probably would have spent 35k!!
The one thing I don't get is why people don't research the surgeon they're looking at, or the risks during & after the procedures. That isn't easy when these people aren't covered by the GMC, but it is possible to get an idea.
Read your profile, best I've read in ages, coughed up my tea with the rich tea comment.
Bet you are brilliant company especially at initial social meets. Liz. Xx
Thanks so much for that!! It's been said that my mouth is my best & worst feature!! xx"
Bravo .. Tom read your profile and some great lines... X |
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"Turkey statistics say 640,000 medical tourists in 2021 alone. Makes for a 0.003% risk of death if all 22 were counted in that year as opposed to across nearly 4 years.
That's better odds on survival than most things."
I'd still not chance it  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"If complications arise then best at home...
That's exactly why they come home for the NHS Tom."
If people have treatment abroad they should have insurance to cover problems. |
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By *ssex_tom OP Man
over a year ago
Chelmsford |
"If complications arise then best at home...
That's exactly why they come home for the NHS Tom.
If people have treatment abroad they should have insurance to cover problems. "
They come home too early and then are too I'll to go back and then the NHS has to sort out the Madness |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"If complications arise then best at home...
That's exactly why they come home for the NHS Tom.
If people have treatment abroad they should have insurance to cover problems.
They come home too early and then are too I'll to go back and then the NHS has to sort out the Madness "
It is Madness ! Some taxidermist in Ankara sets up shop as a 'Dentist' then the NHS pays to sort it out.  |
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By *.L.0460.Woman
over a year ago
Bognor Regis |
"If complications arise then best at home...
That's exactly why they come home for the NHS Tom.
If people have treatment abroad they should have insurance to cover problems. "
So what about health conditions caused by smoking, drinking & obesity? Or accidents through extreme sports? Or caused some kind of accident through neglect or misadventure? The NHS don't judge- they just treat. It's what we pay for. Someone who has had an issue post treatment has every right to be seen on the NHS.
I myself had a mishap when I ripped open 20cms of stitches after a butt lift. A complete accident & the NHS were wonderful. I also needed a course of antibiotics when I got a minor infection after one of my surgeries- it wasn't down to poor treatment, just bad luck but again, my local surgery were only too glad to help. |
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