What to say to the doctors

[BiscuitsAreMyDownfall]

So Im going to the doctors in the morning and haven't a clue what to say.

Im going as my contraception implant runs out in 3 weeks so I want to discuss contraception. I have considered saying that I dont want anything hormonal as Im fed up with crying all the time on them and hope that this leads to something more.

The reality is I get anxious about normal things like going to work. This morning I was driving along really slowly (there was nothing around as I was in a quiet country lane) crying and seriously considering turning back round. I cant though as Ive been off twice this year and after a 3rd time in a year you get a disciplinary. Plus I need a reference as Ive handed in my notice (no job to go to though - just cant hack the feeling I get about it anymore)

Ive thought about doing something drastic (like cutting or going AWOL for a day) just so someone would get me help.

Having said all that I feel OK right now. Not down at all. In fact rather calm and happy. So maybe Im not that bad.

So any tips about what to say to the doctor tomorrow or could I genuinely feel better if I was to choose a different type of contraception? I know I will go in and want to discuss my mental health, but all I will come away with will be leaflets about the coil or something and feel all disappointed.

I dont want to feel anxious and upset all the time any more.

[prettydaisies]

I'm sorry you're not feeling well. Hopefully your doctor will ask the right questions as that is their job. You could always print out this message to take with you.

[BiscuitsAreMyDownfall]

Thanks for the response prettydaisies

Just a quick update in case anyone is interested.

Saw the nurse who specialises in contraception and she seemed to dismiss the idea that any anxiety was because of the implant. She suggested I talk to a specific doctor who knew more about contraception and the side effects. Unfortunately this doctor is on leave for a couple of weeks. Anyway I have 2 more appointments. The first to see this doctor and the next to remove (and possibly replace) my implant.

So now I have a little under 2 weeks to decide what I want to talk about. Thinking of keeping a two week diary of sorts, but worried it will be embarrassing or Silly.

[Coffeemonster1]

That's great you have made the biggest step to getting support and you should be proud of that!!! The implant makes me feel awful too, down, tired constantly, weird emotions and won't be getting mine replaced. Maybe the anxiety isn't related but the complications of the implant and it's effects certainly won't help with the anxiety. Keeping a diary is a great idea, write down your feelings, your symptoms and anything that you want to get out your head. No one will think it's silly if it helps you. Take it with you when you see the doctor it will help you remember everything and you won't have to say anything you don't want to if it's on paper.