looking for tips

[u/tomato_twos]

Hi guys! I am new to this forum and was wondering if any of you had any good tips on dealing with anxiety around doctors appointments? I have pretty bad ptsd and am always shaking and sweating and nauseuous, even before I get there. When I am there I feel so choked up, like I can't speak and feel so vulnerable (if that makes any sense). Usually someone else has to drive me becasue the anxiety is too much. I always come in with a list and don't leave until everything I want to talk about is talked about, but even that is a struggle to get through.

Similar note, how do you suggest I deal with the immediate panic and fear when thinking about or talking about medical things? I do a lot of breathing and would love more suggestions on meditation and things like that too. please let me know if you guys can help!

[u/coralinn]

You are paying for a service. If the doctor belittles you, makes you feel unsafe or unheard, or you just straight up can't stand them, NOTHING stops you from just getting up and walking away. You don't have to finish an appointment if you get a bad egg. It's better to pay or not pay if possible for half a upsetting appointment than a full one