First appointment done

[Jennifer01]

Hey ladies! So I had my first fs appointment today! Lots of tests ordered and history taken. I was pretty much freaking out the entire time, I am sooo uncomfortable with doctors because of a traumatic experience. So what I was wondering....has anyone had the appointment, then not followed through with treatment? It just caused me so much anxiety I am almost considering just continuing ttc without intervention. I know this probably sounds ridiculous, especially since I had to wait 5 months for the appointment, maybe I am just subconciously trying to avoid hearing something I don't want to hear? Ugh my brain is in a weird place, anybody else feel this or is it just me?!?

 

[Princess Lou]

I was the opposite, I was very excited about the second appointment as we would find out what the next step was, I was very surprised to find that we were given the option of starting treatment there and then.

XX

 

[Jennifer01]

Thanks for your reply...must be just me

 

[wonderstars]

I think it sometimes takes a few appointments to become comfortable with a physician regardless of the past. Perhaps take someone with you next time. Someone who is great at communicating and can support you. Good luck with your decision.

 

[Emmab9833]

try not to worry too much, it will all be worth it in the end...... xxxx

 

[Soili]

It took me 4-5 OB/GYN visits to become comfortable with exams and talks. The only thing I can say, it does get better. I used to nearly pass out in the waiting room from the anxiety attacks.

Somehow watching shows like ER or Grey's Anatomy or even House made me a lot more relaxed. I used to run from doctors like as if they were a plague I also always research online about exams and treatments, I need to know what to expect.

 

[xxbeckyxx]

Hi ya, I'm exactly the same I've got my first fs appointment in nov, but I've cancelled 4 normal drs appointments before that as the anxiety gets to much I end up ringing them. I think it is because we don't want to hear what we think we already know deep down, if your anything like me u have probably researched every symptom u have online and have self diagnosed lol. I think I've just got to the point where I'd rather know either way it will all be worth it in the end. We just need to be strong and stop ourselve from passing out in waiting rooms good luck with whatever u decide to do xx

 

[Jennifer01]

Thanks everyone! Talking to my oh last night, we think we might try a couple more cycles on our own, just to give me time to process/accept all the invasive testing I have to look forward to. Anxiety and ltttc is a nightmare! But thanks for listening, and not judging!

 

[Soili]

Thanks everyone! Talking to my oh last night, we think we might try a couple more cycles on our own, just to give me time to process/accept all the invasive testing I have to look forward to. Anxiety and ltttc is a nightmare! But thanks for listening, and not judging!

I was told to do HSG back in April. I still didn't do it. It was through private, so I'd have to pay for it. So officially that's the reason. But deep down I know I was relieved that I found out that insurance won't cover it, because I simply wasn't ready for it. Only now I'm in the right place for more invasive tests.

You do what you can do when you're ready to do it. And if you're never ready, it's also fine! It's your body, your decision. Take your time

 

[Jennifer01]

Thank you soili, I feel like even though I am only getting older, I really need to be mentally prepared for everything, I know it can be a strain on marriage also(so far ttc has not come between us, like it does sometimes) and I need to be in a place where I can handle it. Luckily my oh always says it's my body and I need to be comfortable with everything so he is supportive of any choice I make.