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NHS health check - scared

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Hello19834 · 03/11/2025 08:35

Good morning
I've NC for this but been around on here for a while.
I've had a text through to book a nhs health check at my doctors surgery (I'm 42) and I am so scared of going! I'm totally ashamed to admit that since around 2015 I haven't looked after myself at all and become overwhelmed with everything..I'm now obese and extremely depressed and anxious. (Doctor knows about my mh issues and I'm on medication).
I've booked the test for tomorrow as I know they will definitely tell me I need to make changes and I know this will be a catalyst for me to finally do so. I'm about 80% terrified of going and facing up to my weight issues and then 20% excited that this will spur me on to a new beginning and fresh start.
I've been brushing my problems under the carpet for so long that I feel very vulnerable with them laid bare and open for discussion (if you see what I mean).
Sorry for the rambling post....has anyone had one of these tests and was it scary?

Thank you

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Puppylucky · 03/11/2025 08:38

I wouldn't get your hopes up to be honest - the NHS health check is pretty basic . They will just take your blood pressure and probably talk to you about losing weight but they won't offer much support.

AnnaMagnani · 03/11/2025 08:50

It's a box ticking event and may not even be with a qualified nurse.

AprilinPortugal · 03/11/2025 08:53

Even if the above comments are true, please do go along! They should take your blood pressure if you haven't had that done for a while. You're braver than me, I keep putting off going and I'm a nurse 🙈maybe look at it as a new start even if they don't do much. You've reminded me I must book mine!

Hello19834 · 03/11/2025 08:59

Thanks for the replies
I'm going to see it as a kick up the arse to get myself sorted! I don't know why it makes me so anxious but I think that's because I've finally got to face up to my issues after burying my head in the sand for so long
Thank you

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Hello19834 · 10/11/2025 13:43

Hello
Just to update...I went and it was just a blood test and they will call me with the results this week.
Really quick and simple.

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