Going to the doctor today….
I made an appointment with my doctor to discuss my blood pressure and to review my progress. Actually, I have been doing really well. Practicing my biofeedback, going to acupuncture, taking my ace-inhibitors and Chinese medicine. I am exercising regularly and watching my diet. Overall, my bp is down and I am feeling great.
So why am I so nervous today? It’s fairly absurd to be anxious about seeing the doctor for a bp check, yet the more I think that, the more anxious I get!
I am not sure what I think will happen when I get there. I am not sure why I am so nervous. I guess going to the doctor always feels a bit like seeing a judge or an angry parent. The doctor seems to always be someone who simply doesn’t get it, doesn’t listen and couldn’t care less.
It’s ironic really as I have gone out of my way to pick someone who is caring, will listen and actually likes me. Heck, she even laughs at my jokes!
How do the rest of you handle your doctor anxiety?
Filed under: That Blood Pressure thing
