Posted by finelinebob on August 29, 2006, at 23:26:25
In reply to Re: Just a very quick response, posted by jealibeanz on August 29, 2006, at 22:41:39
Well, I'd say write up the explanation of how you feel and write up the meds you'd like to be on -- because I'd hope you absolutely overwhelm your GP. I don't say that to be mean, and it's hard to move on to a different, new relationship from one you've grown to feel some trust and comfort with ... enough to break down the walls and open up.
But that many meds is way beyond a GP's expertise, no offensive to your GP. If you're going to take this seriously and take control and be honest, then get the best help you can. Get a recommendation from your GP of someone they trust, and someone who is willing to have an open mind about treatment.
I've had three PDocs. The first was very cautious and traditional and by the time I built up a trusting relationship with him, I began to realize he wasn't being aggressive enough with my treatment ... but throwing away that trust was hard. The decision was taken out of my hands -- I had to move out of state. The new PDoc (recommendation of a nurse at my parent's GP's office who had several family members seeing him) was far more open-minded and made me rethink the biological side of my disorders. When I got back to NYC, I went with the most aggressive, knowledgeable PDoc my T knew, and as much respect and caring I have for my GP -- he's a kind and loving, caring soul who is absolutely the best medical doctor I've ever had in any specialty -- this PDoc knows sooooo much more than my GP and he is sooooo right for me.
You might not be able to go to a PDoc ... I don't know. Lots of reasons - money, trust, being mentally ready for that step. And if that's where you are, then get the best help you can from the resources you have. But if you can take the step, ask for a referral and not the scripts.
My $0.02
flb
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