Castro Posted March 16, 2006 ^ LOL. Well first she would have to know the freezing temperature of water and normal human body temperature. And since she obviously doesn't, just about anything baa gali kara. Don't forget language as a barrier and the basic xishood we're raised with. For us, walking into an exam room and getting naked is a near-death experience. Not to mention being poked and prodded in all the wrong places. That last one may be why some decide to forgo treatment and instead suffer silently (or loudly) in pain. For those who are uncomfortable speaking the language of the land can't begin to explain barafka galay halkuu ka galay. If they finally muster enough courage and do see a doctor, with the liguistic misunderstanding alone they risk misdiagnosis and potentially dangerous prescriptions. All in all it is understandable that many (specially the elderly) would be reluctant to seek medical help. If you happen to live in a town with a large Somali population, please volunteer your time and help with doctor visits. You can give your phone number to a community center who would contact you when people are in need of a companion to the doctor's office. You will not believe how good you will feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
