Posted by frida on April 21, 2006, at 17:50:00
In reply to Doctor's appt - strong CSA trigger - need help., posted by madeline on April 21, 2006, at 17:44:05
Hi--
I am so sorry- i hear the pain in your words.
I am so sorry you were triggered so badly.I've avoided going to a gyn for that very same reason. The last time I went I had to write in a piece of paper that I had been abused, and that I couldn't handle this and she couldn't revise me or anything and I never went back.
I don't know how to handle it either...but I think one important thing is to tell the doctor something, so she/he can be gentle and caring. But it can be really difficult, to get through the moment. For me the last time I had a gyn exam, I closed my eyes tight and got through it but cried afterwards. I think it is better to tell your doctor so she can help you through, and find a caring, compassionate doctor, to make it easier...
I am sorry..
Frida
I really could use some help here.
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> I had a gynecology appointment on Wednesday, and while I've never been a pro at these appointments, this one bothered me more than any one I have ever been too. The exam was routine, nothing out of the ordinary, but I sat in the car after it was over and shook for two minutes. I cried the rest of the day at work.
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> I felt ashamed and very embarrassed. I'm still not over it, and could have a panic attack at any second. It's triggered some very deep feelings of shame and guilt.
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> Do you guys have any advice on how to handle things like pelvic exams, because the way I feel now, I'm NEVER going back. I'm NEVER going to have kids because of the exams. I'm NEVER going to allow that to happen again.
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> I don't want to go through it again.
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