Visiting the doctor can sometimes feel uncomfortable. While the reasons may vary, it’s safe to say that most of us don’t look forward to a trip to the hospital, unless it’s for something celebratory like the birth of a child.
People often share their most awkward doctor encounters on Reddit, and while many are unpleasant, there are those that bring humor to the table as well.
1.The Mystery of the Blue Hands
A person noticed their hands were turning blue, prompting a doctor to investigate. After calling in other doctors for consultation, the issue was traced back to blue jeans. Apparently, the person hadn’t washed them, and the dye transferred to their skin every time they put their hands in their pockets.
2.Forgetting to Wear Underwear
One individual had a physical exam and forgot to wear underwear. The doctor told them to keep their bra and underwear on, but in the process, a red-faced confession followed: “I’m not wearing underwear.”
3.Coughing or Burping?
A young boy went for a sports physical, and when asked to cough, he ended up burping instead, causing some confusion.
4.A Disagreement Over Leg Length
A patient had one leg slightly shorter than the other. During an appointment with a German doctor and several international interns, the doctor misread the X-ray, sparking a heated argument between the doctors about which leg was actually shorter.
5.A Family Story About a Childhood Accident
A child riding a mini-motorcycle cut their leg badly in a crash. When the child was taken for stitches, the doctor noticed they weren’t wearing underwear, leading to a family anecdote that still gets brought up to this day.
6.A Case of John Cusack Confusion
The doctor, who was persistent in making the comparison of his patient with actor John Cusack, started playing with the patient’s hair while discussing it until the patient’s wife walked in.
7.An Unfortunate Comment by an OB
During a pelvic exam early in a pregnancy, a doctor made a comment about the amount of room for a big baby, which, although likely referring to the pelvic arch, was heard as something entirely different by the patient.
8.Unexpected Compliment
A young patient, undergoing an enema for an undiagnosed issue, made a humorous comment about the doctor being the least popular in the hospital. The doctor replied with, “I don’t get many thank-you cards.”
9.An Awkward Encounter with an Attractive Doctor
A patient, fearing a health issue, ended up at urgent care, only to realize that red toilet paper was the result of eating hot Cheetos the night before, rather than any serious health problem. The patient felt awkward when an attractive doctor had to examine them.
10.Taste Buds Confusion
A patient who had pink spots on the back of their tongue thought they had a serious condition. After a visit to the doctor, they learned they were just looking at their taste buds.
11.The Farting Incident
A pregnant woman, struggling with gas during her pregnancy, accidentally let out a small, odorous fart in the doctor’s office just before the doctor walked in and asked about the smell.
12.A Misunderstanding About Breast Cancer
A man, worried about chest pain, asked his doctor if it could be breast cancer. The doctor, after a serious examination, asked, “Does the pain hurt worse when you have your period?” This question marked the end of his hypochondria.
13.The Awkward Hug
A doctor opened his arms as if to give a hug but quickly retracted, prompting the patient to awkwardly walk into the room instead.
14.A Panic Attack at the Hospital
A teenager, sent to the renal unit, had a full-blown panic attack, crying for an hour because they didn’t want the exam. In hindsight, the situation seemed more comical.
15.Sports Injuries and Normal Conversations
A patient often experiences sports injuries that feel painful but, after visiting the doctor, always ends with the doctor concluding, “I think you’ll be fine,” despite the lack of any serious issue.
16.An Accidental Kiss on the Doctor’s Hand
A patient kissed a doctor’s hand after comforting their child during an examination, only to realize the awkwardness of the situation later, both pretending it never happened.
17.Laughing and Farting During a Visit
A teenager, embarrassed by a question from the doctor about pain around the crotch, couldn’t stop laughing. In the process, they accidentally farted, adding to the awkwardness.
18.Christmas Songs During a Gynecological Exam
During a pap smear, Christmas carols began playing in the office, adding an unexpected twist to an otherwise uncomfortable situation.
19.Dentist Chair Giggles
A patient, no longer a child, still finds themselves giggling when the dentist’s chair rises in little jumps, a habit that makes them feel self-conscious at twenty-six.
20.The Wisdom Teeth Aftermath
A person, still under anesthesia after getting their wisdom teeth removed, laughed uncontrollably at the sight of another patient in the lobby with gauze hanging from their mouth.
21.The ‘Zit’ That Took Center Stage
A patient, concerned about a lump on their chin, learned from the doctor that it was just a zit, which burst after being squeezed. The doctor joked about it hitting the wall and needing to sanitize it.
22.The Strange Smell
A wife was taken aback when her husband’s sudden change in body odor led to the discovery of infidelity, thanks to a diagnosis from the doctor that caused the smell.
Have you ever had a funny or awkward experience at the doctor’s office?
