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Will dr’s give me DD medical records

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Funparsnip · 11/02/2026 09:10

DD is 15, she went to the doctors yesterday but won’t tell me why. I’m waiting for the morning rush to die down and then will ring the surgery and ask. If the receptionist can’t tell me, can I do a request for her medical records seeing as she’s a minor and I’m her parent? I only found out by accident so now I’m wondering how many other times she’s gone and not told me! Very very tempted to read her diary but that would be an invasion of her privacy.

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Trainup · 11/02/2026 13:43

Viviennemary · 11/02/2026 12:54

But it will be the parents left to pick up the pieces if it all goes wrong. I expect she's gone for contraception. Or maybe she's pregnant. My bet would be on one or the other. But I would worry about an std. Yes I can absolutely see why you are concerned.

But but but…. For all of those things going to the GP is the right thing to do. Why would you be worried about that?! The GP will be able to help much better than the overreacting mother.

ArtfulPinkBird · 11/02/2026 13:41

No, they won't tell you anything providing they've assessed Gillick competency and made the decision that she is old enough to consent to medical treatment in the absence of a parent. Which they must have done to see her without you in the first place. I work with children and young people in a partially related field and we don't have to tell parents their child is accessing our services or gain parental consent, providing they're aged 12+ and are assessed as Gillick competent.

Trainup · 11/02/2026 13:41

No they won’t tell you anything. Just be thankful that she’s accessing proper medical advice for whatever her problem is and maybe take a look in the mirror to work out why she won’t confide in you.

Mamamia2019 · 11/02/2026 13:37

Viviennemary · 11/02/2026 12:54

But it will be the parents left to pick up the pieces if it all goes wrong. I expect she's gone for contraception. Or maybe she's pregnant. My bet would be on one or the other. But I would worry about an std. Yes I can absolutely see why you are concerned.

But how would her mum knowing she’s requested contraception be any different to her accessing it alone? Accidents can still happen either way with contraception and her mum knowing she was having sex wouldn’t prevent any different outcome. The GP or nurse would explain how to use any contraception more effectively than her mum would anyway.

CautiousLurker2 · 11/02/2026 13:30

Funparsnip · 11/02/2026 09:13

I have sat her down and she won’t tell me! She’s only 15! This thread isn’t about whether or not I SHOULD ring the drs, I just want to know if I CAN get her records as she’s a minor!

On that basis - no, you can’t. At her age she is considered to be Gillick competent and thus also entitled to privacy. It’s really hard to be in this position as a parent, but you have to hold fire and simply say that want her to know that she can talk to you about anything at any time and genuinely wish she would open up so that you can support her properly. But beyond that you have to step back.

plentyofsunshine · 11/02/2026 13:27

Funparsnip · 11/02/2026 09:13

I have sat her down and she won’t tell me! She’s only 15! This thread isn’t about whether or not I SHOULD ring the drs, I just want to know if I CAN get her records as she’s a minor!

We've answered your question though. The answer is no.

TheDenimPoet · 11/02/2026 13:26

I can understand how worried you must be, I'd be exactly the same. If my 15yo went to the doctor I'd want to know what was wrong (because I care, and I worry).

However there's nothing you can do other than talk to her.

plentyofsunshine · 11/02/2026 13:25

TigTails · 11/02/2026 10:40

I’d absolutely be reading that diary, as would most parents, no matter how trendy they claim to be in here.

Also, do you monitor her mobile phone?

Edited

Same. The GP won't tell you but I would definately be looking at her diary and phone.

redskydelight · 11/02/2026 13:24

ThejoyofNC · 11/02/2026 12:50

Based on the fact that 15 years olds do not need privacy where medical decisions are concerned.

I'd rather destroy my relationship with her than allow her to destroy her life because I was worried about her privacy FFS.

Why is it a fact that 15 year olds do not need privacy when medical decisions are concerned?

Do 16 year olds?
17 year olds?
18 year olds?
19 or 20 year olds?

Why should anyone be able to make a medical decision in private; why not just advertise them to everyone?

AlleycatMarie · 11/02/2026 13:24

Funparsnip · 11/02/2026 09:13

I have sat her down and she won’t tell me! She’s only 15! This thread isn’t about whether or not I SHOULD ring the drs, I just want to know if I CAN get her records as she’s a minor!

The answer is no. Nothing will be shared unless she is at risk of harm.
You are focusing on the wrong thing here.

Womaninhouse17 · 11/02/2026 13:22

Nevereatcardboard · 11/02/2026 10:59

I’d definitely be reading her diary. I often (secretly) looked at my children’s diaries while they were teenagers.

Why? Don't you think children deserve some privacy and space for themselves? And what happens when you find something you don't like? You'll have destroyed any trust you might have had and potentially ruined the relationship for life.

TeamGeriatric · 11/02/2026 13:18

The GP surgery wouldn't even give me the NHS number for my 13 year old, I had to take her to the surgery in person and she had to request it. We needed it for a dental referral. They are definitely not going to tell you why she went to see a GP.

Lifeomars · 11/02/2026 13:17

Are you for real? Something about the way the two posts are expressed make me wonder

McGregor33 · 11/02/2026 13:13

I’d maybe ask yourself why she is not telling you as opposed to finding ways to get round her right to privacy!

QuietPiggy · 11/02/2026 13:12

It's blindingly obvious why your daughter does not tell you things.

Reallywhatonearth · 11/02/2026 13:10

Viviennemary · 11/02/2026 12:54

But it will be the parents left to pick up the pieces if it all goes wrong. I expect she's gone for contraception. Or maybe she's pregnant. My bet would be on one or the other. But I would worry about an std. Yes I can absolutely see why you are concerned.

period pain? Mental health? Stress caused by an overbearing parent?

Reallywhatonearth · 11/02/2026 13:07

Access the records and she finds out will lead to a breakdown in any relationship you have with her.

if she wants to tell you she will but in her own time.

if you read her diary will you then challenge her on anything you disprove of. All of her trust will be destroyed.

tread very carefully and don’t be overbearing

trappedCatAsleepOnMe · 11/02/2026 13:07

She'ed be Gillick competence at 15 - so able to consent to treatement and entitled to privacy so I don't think you get anywhere or hope you wouldn't. To even pick up perscriptions for teens or make appointments that age at our GP they had to sign a form to let me have limited access to some of the medcial knowledge.

Honestly from around that age I was trying to make sure kids knew how to access GP or pharmacist themsleves and think about seeing dentist and orthodeotsist by themselves. Seems to have paid off as the often wanted me around - at least outside and seem happy for me to know stuff - and then left for uni able to access medcial care as needed.

mumof5five · 11/02/2026 13:02

She is Gillick competent. The GP will not share anything with you.

LoudTealHare · 11/02/2026 13:00

Funparsnip · 11/02/2026 09:10

DD is 15, she went to the doctors yesterday but won’t tell me why. I’m waiting for the morning rush to die down and then will ring the surgery and ask. If the receptionist can’t tell me, can I do a request for her medical records seeing as she’s a minor and I’m her parent? I only found out by accident so now I’m wondering how many other times she’s gone and not told me! Very very tempted to read her diary but that would be an invasion of her privacy.

So would asking why she went to see her GP! And no if they have deemed her Fraser competent they will not share her medical history with you. The fact they gave her an appointment means the deem her to be! I do t think it would take much to figure out why she went without telling you, she’s probably asked for contraception!

takealettermsjones · 11/02/2026 13:00

ThejoyofNC · 11/02/2026 12:50

Based on the fact that 15 years olds do not need privacy where medical decisions are concerned.

I'd rather destroy my relationship with her than allow her to destroy her life because I was worried about her privacy FFS.

15 years olds do not need privacy where medical decisions are concerned

The law, the NHS, the NSPCC, most of the posters on here, and every 15 year old who's ever lived all disagree with you.

BudgetBuster · 11/02/2026 12:57

ThejoyofNC · 11/02/2026 12:50

Based on the fact that 15 years olds do not need privacy where medical decisions are concerned.

I'd rather destroy my relationship with her than allow her to destroy her life because I was worried about her privacy FFS.

Destroy her life? By going to a GP? That's some leap you've taken

Tablesandchairs23 · 11/02/2026 12:57

There's a reason she feels she can't talk to you. It's obvious why!

AlcoholicAntibiotic · 11/02/2026 12:57

ThejoyofNC · 11/02/2026 12:50

Based on the fact that 15 years olds do not need privacy where medical decisions are concerned.

I'd rather destroy my relationship with her than allow her to destroy her life because I was worried about her privacy FFS.

It’s likely to destroy a 15 year old’s life more if they don’t have privacy for medical decisions they’re competent to make, so don’t get contraception and end up pregnant…

Viviennemary · 11/02/2026 12:54

Mamamia2019 · 11/02/2026 12:46

Look up Gillick Competence, if all apply then no they wont. You need to value her privacy if he proud she is mature enough to take responsibility for her own health needs! Even if she’s going to access contraception or similar (which I assume is one of your concerns) if she’s mature enough and confident enough to do so alone she should be allowed the independence.

But it will be the parents left to pick up the pieces if it all goes wrong. I expect she's gone for contraception. Or maybe she's pregnant. My bet would be on one or the other. But I would worry about an std. Yes I can absolutely see why you are concerned.