Would a doctor see me or should I just sort myself out.

[Wisteriaavenue]

I feel so low all the time - post menopause - that ship sailed years ago.
i work part time in a job I love and don’t want to retire yet but I get in from work and just cry. I have been widowed for many years but
i have lovely family and friends .i am not financially struggling and in general good health but for the last few months have just felt this lack of joy.
i am sleeping dreadfully and just don’t get the point of anything. I am binge eating and my house is a mess because I just can’t be bothered with anything.
everytime I watch the news it’s awful and I have friends and relatives coping with really bad ill health - life just seems overwhelming. I feel daft going to the doctors - have not been in years - I keep thinking I might wake up feeling better but I just don’t know. I feel guilty feeling like this when people are going through worse. Is it reasonable to go to the doctors.

Sounds like you're going through a hard time. I'd take the first step to see your GP. In addition take really good care of yourself - exercise and food.

Definitely see your GP. in the first instance.

It is absolutely 100% reasonable and appropriate to see your GP. This is why they exist.

If you're uncertain read the NHS guidance on mental health - it will tell you to seek support from your GP.

This is what taxes are paid for.

If you're not certain, ring the Mind helpline and ask their opinion.

Good luck

I agree, and sending supportive vibes your way

Please do - could be something as easy for a gp to fix as a vitamin deficiency. I was just like this and had no idea why, but it was a severe vitamin B12 deficiency that needed treatment to sort out

Yes, please make an appt to see your GP. You've given it a good bash without help. It's time to ask for some.

IF you were to come away with a "come back in 3 weeks if you still feel like this", please know that wouldn't mean you'd wasted anyone's time. Sometimes it's a process. Starting it matters.

Thank you - I have managed to get an appointment early next week .

good result. get bloods done and i hope you feel better soon.

Bless you, it sounds like you've given yourself every chance to feel better, but it's time to let someone advise you. There may well be a physical underlying issue causing you to feel this way, so a chat with the GP is definitely in order. Wishing you well

Well done @Wisteriaavenue. Thanks for updating, I hope it helps.