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Posted by daizy on March 18, 2003, at 16:44:11
Cannot sleep, am worried about what to say to my GP, and that I will end up hiding my feelings again, I know everyone thinks that Im just making this up in my head, Im too good at hiding it......... Any advise on how to talk to my doc would be much appreciated.......
*sighs*
Posted by daizy on March 18, 2003, at 16:47:54
In reply to How to talk to Doc.....HELP......, posted by daizy on March 18, 2003, at 16:44:11
yes any help please, not good with words when I feel like this anxious. Meds not working cant wait another seven weeks for an appointmant, have to speak up on thursday.........
Posted by viridis on March 18, 2003, at 17:36:43
In reply to Re: How to talk to Doc.....HELP......, posted by daizy on March 18, 2003, at 16:47:54
Just an idea, but what if you wrote down the key points: the problems you're having, questions for the doctor, and possible solutions, if for example there are particular meds you're considering. Then take the list to the appointment with you.
You could explain to the doctor right at the beginning that you're very nervous, and really want to make sure you remember everything. I don't think a good doctor would find this weird, and any experienced doctor has dealt with many anxious patients. If you get really tongue-twisted, you might even show the doctor the list rather than reading it to him or her.
This could help take the pressure off you to have to verbalize everything when you're so anxious, and my guess is that the doctor would appreciate the effort you've made to clearly address your problems. This could also guide your doctor in the questions that he or she might ask you. I know a couple of people with severe anxiety who have used this approach, and their doctors responded very favorably.
Best of luck!
Posted by Krissy P on March 19, 2003, at 1:05:06
In reply to How to talk to Doc.....HELP......, posted by daizy on March 18, 2003, at 16:44:11
Hi, I'm sorry you are feeling this right now:
>>>Cannot sleep, am worried about what to say to my GP, and that I will end up hiding my feelings again,--I have been where you're at! All I can say is that for you and you only-you need to tell your GP about this. Ya know- I hid my feelings for years and it didn't get me anywhere. Please, tell your GP what you are feeling-that is what they get paid for and he/she may be able to help you with this, but you'll never know, and either will he/she if you don't speak up-I know you can do it:-)
All the best and please keep me posted!
Thanks, Kristen
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Cannot sleep, am worried about what to say to my GP, and that I will end up hiding my feelings again, I know everyone thinks that Im just making this up in my head, Im too good at hiding it......... Any advise on how to talk to my doc would be much appreciated.......
> *sighs*
Posted by Krissy P on March 19, 2003, at 1:05:55
In reply to Re: How to talk to Doc.....HELP......, posted by daizy on March 18, 2003, at 16:47:54
Posted by Krissy P on March 19, 2003, at 1:09:15
In reply to Re: How to talk to Doc.....HELP...... » daizy, posted by viridis on March 18, 2003, at 17:36:43
I couldn't have said it better-I'm sorry that my post was a little short-but I have been there, and I know what you are feeling. I did this once: I said to my GP, "I am embarrassed to tell you how I'm feeling because of what you might think and maybe not be able to help me"-the reaction I expected was totally different than what I got and better! It turned out to be very beneficial and a good move on my part. You can do this.
Take it easy,
Communication is the key here!
Kristen
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> Just an idea, but what if you wrote down the key points: the problems you're having, questions for the doctor, and possible solutions, if for example there are particular meds you're considering. Then take the list to the appointment with you.
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> You could explain to the doctor right at the beginning that you're very nervous, and really want to make sure you remember everything. I don't think a good doctor would find this weird, and any experienced doctor has dealt with many anxious patients. If you get really tongue-twisted, you might even show the doctor the list rather than reading it to him or her.
>
> This could help take the pressure off you to have to verbalize everything when you're so anxious, and my guess is that the doctor would appreciate the effort you've made to clearly address your problems. This could also guide your doctor in the questions that he or she might ask you. I know a couple of people with severe anxiety who have used this approach, and their doctors responded very favorably.
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> Best of luck!
Posted by lauran on March 21, 2003, at 10:02:27
In reply to How to talk to Doc.....HELP......, posted by daizy on March 18, 2003, at 16:44:11
Hi daizy. How was your appointment with your GP? Were you able to communicate with him your needs? I hope it went well. Keep us posted.
Posted by daizy on March 21, 2003, at 11:04:50
In reply to Re: How to talk to Doc.....HELP...... » daizy, posted by lauran on March 21, 2003, at 10:02:27
> Hi daizy. How was your appointment with your GP? Were you able to communicate with him your needs? I hope it went well. Keep us posted.
It wasnt that bad thanx for asking, but I just got told to increase my meds, have to go back again soon..... Feeling a little better now!
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