Conquering My Fear of Doctors

i def have anxiety meeting new doctors the best advice i can give is do your research. i like to look at different reviews for the doctor. i haven’t tried yet but you might have luck on reddit?

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If you ever feel like it's too much or like you just want to keep extra track of it when they gave me 0.5's I cut them in half and 25's will still work for some people

I also have a really hard time going to the doctor so I know how you're feeling I can't speak for you but the people in my life really went to the doctor more often than they should have and that kind of messed me up and made me never want to be a hypochondriac could that possibly be where you are or do you have a different mindset

I completely understand. This is something that I deal with a lot. Constantly dealing with doctors and medical gaslighting burns me out. Could you try to move as many appointments to Telehealth as possible? It’s helped me to feel safer being in my own environment and not feeling like I’m at the drs mercy. Also, when I do have to go, I bring my mom -who is kind of like my advocate if they don’t believe me. You could also try taking some panic attack medicine to help you feel more in control. I still struggle a lot but I don’t feel completely helpless

I feel ya. I have a whole pre and post doctor routine to help with the anxiety and trauma. It feels extra sometimes but it really does help.

I know what you mean! I'm getting botox injections in my stomach today and I am terrified of going.

That sucks, it's really difficult to get through medical trauma especially when you keep being exposed to it. Maybe try bringing a comfort item to your next appointment? I know it can sound childish or silly, but I figure you'd rather be a bit childish than terribly afraid. Sorry if this isn't helpful