Last week I said that I finally made an appointment with a doctor, today I went. I was basically a bundle of sweaty nerves while talking to the nurse but I gave her my laundry list of problems. Then the doctor came in, she seems very nice and she really listened. We decided on tackling the anxiety problems because right now they are the biggest impact in my life. She put me on medication for anxiety and said that she wants to see what problems are still coming through when anxiety is reduced, that way she can see if she needs to refer me to a GI or look at the sleep as a separate problem.
I feel better knowing that someone is actually listening, I was so scared she wasn't going to listen to me and just gloss over everything.
She also recommended that I get into counseling and helped me find the numbers to call to get that going, so that is my next step. Hopefully that won't take me months to work up the courage to do, heh.
I'm really trying to make this year the year that I force myself to do some things, like tackle my weight, go to the doctor, and just get things under control. I'm so tired of being miserable and feeling like I am living life at subpar. I've put this all off for so long and hoped that it would all go away but I'm finally ready to admit that this is bigger than I am.
And thank you, to a lot of you, who have checked up on me and cared. You're awesome.
I glad to hear you found a good doctor who listened to you. I'm sorry, I didn't know you were going through a rough time. But I hope you can get things figured out so you feel better. Anxiety is no joke, I hope the meds help you! ((hugs))
This is a fantastic update! Taking the first step can be so hard, and I'm glad your doctor really listened and gave you some concrete steps to start taking.
Post by PeonyParty on Mar 11, 2014 12:24:04 GMT -5
I'm sorry I haven't been around a lot lately but am so very happy to hear this. I think, especially with anxiety, that making and keeping the appointment is the hardest part. Good job taking that step to take care of yourself! You're so worth the effort! <3
Post by Booze Raccoon on Mar 11, 2014 12:24:15 GMT -5
I am making this the year of me too. I am sick and tired of living my life in the shadows of my formerly happy self. We can be buddies and get through it together if you want. I am so happy for you. Taking the first step is the hardest.
Oh! And someone had asked/mentioned for me to get blood work done. I forgot what kind you told me to get/ask for, but she did have me get all the routine blood work done since it has been awhile.
Awesome! That first step is so hard, but it gets easier. My life is exponentially better now that my anxiety is treated. I feel like a different person.
And if you don't feel a change after a month, don't be afraid to bring that up and potentially switch meds. Prozac did nothing for me, but Zoloft has been incredible.
Awesome! That first step is so hard, but it gets easier. My life is exponentially better now that my anxiety is treated. I feel like a different person.
And if you don't feel a change after a month, don't be afraid to bring that up and potentially switch meds. Prozac did nothing for me, but Zoloft has been incredible.
She prescribed me lexapro, I've heard good things about it, so I hope it works.
Good for you! Did she order any blood work? If so, remember to follow up in case of any deficiencies that can be affecting you.
Can I keep asking you if you made the counseling appointment? Maybe that'll remind you/ help you take the step?
She did order blood work, since I had an early appointment and hadn't eaten before I left, she had me do it right away since I was already fasting. I told her to call me regardless of the results, good or bad.
I am researching counselors and think I found one.
That last paragraph was totally me. I'm so glad you are getting the help you need. Since you are doing the WL Challenge, exercise will help with nerves and anxiety, along with the medication of course. If you need any advise or whatever, feel free to pm me because I've had depression, anxiety, and A.D.D for years. The anxiety is a by product of the other two conditions but I've got them under control. Good luck!
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I am so glad you talked to someone, Tricky, and are getting help. I suffer from anxiety and am currently on meds. I still struggle at times. If you need anyone to talk to, I'm here for you! (unless you are mafia )