I have name changed for this post. I know this may not be the correct section as such but I need to talk about this in "gentle" space as it's obviously very personal and upsetting, hope that makes sense. It's quite complicated and I am not sure what to do.
I am due to have an internal examination / smear test and I am having major issues this time around.
Aside from the fact that I really, really don't want to have this done or be touched in this way medically, well ever again really, I am having some truly awful memories of being sexually assaulted as a young Woman by a doctor once who used this procedure to, gain pleasure for himself. I really can't even bear to ttype this it's so revolting.
What I don't understand is why it seems to be coming to the fore now, after I have had examinations before and given birth with no problems. It has always been in a foggy part of my brain I suppose.
My practical problem is obviously I need to get it done and not ignore it, but the Drs letter actually specifies if you want a female to do the procedure you have to let them know. A part of me wants to explain what has happened and why I am so nervous about this, but it doesn't seem like something I should do over the phone to the receptionist. But to make an appt. with my male Dr and tell him this seems over the top and TMI esp if he has to note it down on my records. Is there any Female in a healthcare capacity that could help me?
Has anyone got and advice for me there is absolutely no one I can talk to about this.