{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"What Doctors Mean When They Say Lets Watch It","description":"\ud83d\udcac \u201cJust because we say we're just going to watch it doesn't mean that we're going to close our eyes and act like it's not there\u2026 Understand\u2014watching is a plan.\u201d \u26a1 In this episode, I break down what it really means when your doctor drops the phrase \u201clet\u2019s just watch and see,\u201d and why it\u2019s not always a red flag. If you\u2019ve ever felt confused, dismissed, or anxious after hearing those words, this episode is definitely for you. Here, I explain why doctors choose active monitoring, how risk versus benefit guides these decisions, and what patients must do to stay engaged and protect their health. \ud83c\udfa7 Stay tuned to find out:  \u27a1 How risk-versus-benefit drives medical decision making \u27a1 The importance of active monitoring and educating patients and nurses about clinical significance \u27a1 Why abnormal results don't always scream for immediate action \u27a1 How good communication reduces confusion and self-diagnosed cancer fears \u27a1 The most common myths that trip patients up \u27a1 How you can still advocate for yourself and stay on top of things for better health  \ud83d\udd25 Sponsors &amp;amp; Featured Links Lunch and Learn Community Store Grab your favorite merch + use code EMPOWER10 for 10% off: https:\/\/shop.drberrypierre.com Pierre Medical Consulting Ready to expand your social reach and automate your message? Learn more: https:\/\/www.pierremedicalconsulting.com Dr. Pierre\u2019s Tools &amp;amp; Resources Explore my go-to tools for content creation and success: https:\/\/www.drberrypierre.com\/resources Amazon Book Picks Find every book I\u2019ve mentioned on the show: https:\/\/www.drberrypierre.com\/amazon \ud83d\udd17 Stay Connected Join the Lunch and Learn Community: https:\/\/www.drberrypierre.com\/newsletter  Tag us or use #LunchLearnPod to join the conversation! More Episodes &amp;amp; Show Notes: https:\/\/www.drberrypierre.com\/podcast \ud83d\ude4c Help Us Grow If you loved this episode, here\u2019s how you can support the show: \ud83c\udfa7 Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts \u2014 your ratings help us reach more listeners! \ud83d\udcf8 Share a screenshot of the episode and tag me or use #LunchLearnPod on social media ","author_name":"Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry","author_url":"http:\/\/www.listentodrberry.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40220780\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/198942210"}