Fear of going to the doctor and feeling lonely

Mental Health Anxiety & Panic Disorders
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Dear friends, where do I start…I am going to see a specialist tomorrow. I feel like everything is fine but deep down I can’t help but to fixate on the worst. I keep having to remind myself of how strong I am and how good it is to go to the doctor when I feel something is off. But I am terrified when something is wrong with my body. I automatically think the worst and that makes me shake. Just letting you all know that you are not alone if you have a hard time going to the doctor. It’s something that has always been a struggle for me and stems from trauma from being constantly ill as a child. Also feeling so single and sad that I don’t have someone by my side when I do these things. I have to meditate and take deep breathes.

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Isnt there anyone available to go with you? I feel overwhelmed when i need to go to the dentist, i completely freeze, at least you know what to do and feel free to message me if you need some online companion to follow along at the doc! :wink:

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I know what you mean . I go on my own too. Sometimes with you to remember things that was said or ask a question could help, . I look at the couples and wish I had someone

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I have found meditation enormously beneficial. Some years ago I was dealing with cancer, and that was pretty scary. Meditation really helped me to calm all those fearful feelings. Wish I could offer to accompany you to the doctor, but … virtually I will be there, if that helps. :person_in_lotus_position: :teddy_bear:

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Thank you for your kind message :heart:. I was able to do it on my own but definitely will be asking someone to accompany me next time

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I appreciate your message :heart:, great reminder to meditate more often. It was my saving grace during moments I would feel an anxiety attack coming on. I’m glad you got through that scary time in your life :raised_hands: thank you for sharing.

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How was it?

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It went well! Thank you for asking. Basically nothing to worry about. :slightly_smiling_face:‍↔:raised_hands:

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Hi @ggm1101

Thank you for sharing this. It can be really challenging to not fixate on the negative–it is simply something that we do as humans! It is completely normal to feel that way, as well as being scared of the doctor. You are so strong and we are proud of you for getting the help that you need. Love, SG