Been to Doctors

[Carvery Carly]

Well, I've been and spoke to the doctor today about my gender dysphoria.
Unfortunately, he told me that he was away for 2 to 3 weeks and to book a double appointment with him. He said that has I had brought up the subject with him, he would as he would like to discuss the matter further, as there is/was a lot to talk about but that I could see another doctor, if I wanted too.
He also told me "well done for bringing the subject up."
So now I've go to wait before I can discuss it again. I suppose 2 to 3 weeks wait isn't long, after all I've been waiting 30 odd years to talk about it.

Now I'm having doubts whether I should bother going back to see him to try and resolve it or just try and forget I ever brought the subject up.

What's a girl to do? Decisions, decisions.
Help me find my way in life, pretty please!!!:confused:

[Anna the Dub]

Well, I've been and spoke to the doctor today about my gender dysphoria.
Unfortunately, he told me that he was away for 2 to 3 weeks and to book a double appointment with him. He said that has I had brought up the subject with him, he would as he would like to discuss the matter further, as there is/was a lot to talk about but that I could see another doctor, if I wanted too.
He also told me "well done for bringing the subject up."
So now I've go to wait before I can discuss it again. I suppose 2 to 3 weeks wait isn't long, after all I've been waiting 30 odd years to talk about it.

Now I'm having doubts whether I should bother going back to see him to try and resolve it or just try and forget I ever brought the subject up.

What's a girl to do? Decisions, decisions.
Help me find my way in life, pretty please!!!:confused:

If I were you I would definitely go back to see him, and try to reach a state where you are happy. I, for one, do not regret discussing all this with my doctor when I was very seriously depressed all those years ago. The thing is, your gender dysphoria will never go away, surely the best thing to do for you is to try and find out what is the right path for you for the future so as to live a happy and productive life? Staying in the closet, whilst tempting, will not lead you to happiness.

[Kieron Andrew]

Now I'm having doubts whether I should bother going back to see him to try and resolve it or just try and forget I ever brought the subject up.

Go back, it will just resurface again if you dont anyway, you went in the first place for a reason no?, it would be silly to back out now.....you can do it :D, well done for going in the first place....and no 2-3weeks isn't that long, and i do understand about wanting to stick to the same doctor, it gets too confusing having to repeat yourself....keep going you will get there

[GypsyKaren]

Hi Carly

If it was important enough for you to bring it up, then it's important enough to follow up on. Use the waiting time to think about what you want to discuss and how it makes you feel, he won't bite.

Karen Starlene :star:

[SirTrey]

I think that ignoring things that are not going to go away is never the right solution....so, you really NEED to go back and work it out....You said it yourself....30 odd years you have been trying to work it out....If it hasn't worked for you up to this point, it isn't going to....Taking that first step is scary, but it is also the best thing you can do for yourself....and I also know it's hard to wait, I have been doing a lot of that Myself lately, waiting to begin My hormone therapy, now that I have been approved for treatment (end of this month)....but, unfortunately, we have to work around doctors' schedules, which is not always easy to do.....You are doing the right thing seeking help in dealing with this....GD is a very, very difficult thing to live with...and it can be exhausting explaining this over and over, trust Me, we all know....but we are all here to help and encourage you as you "fight the good fight".....So lean on your friends here on the board...and do yourself this favor, get the help! Hugs, **Trey**

[Perrinielle]

Defenitely go back !! He will be the answer for many issues that need to be resolved in future.

My home physician that I liked a lot told me he had "moral issues" with my request. This was a young guy that I liked very much but that remark set me back big time.
If you have a family doctor you feel confident with I would wait the 2/3 weeks and go again... and again...

Good luck!!

Leanne

[Nicki B]

So now I've go to wait before I can discuss it again. I suppose 2 to 3 weeks wait isn't long, after all I've been waiting 30 odd years to talk about it.

Carly - WRITE HIM A LETTER.

Use the time to make sure you get everything you want to say and put it on paper to take with you - that way, he can just read it, instead of you worrying about what and how to say it all? Then, once he's read it with you sitting there, he can ask you questions, and you know you won't walk out afterwards saying "I wish I mentioned XXXX" ? And it can stay in your notes.. :)

[Chari]

Absolutely go back, keep the appointment! The more info you get about your feelings, the better the decisions you can make. Don't close the door and hide away (no pun intended) - face the situation, look for options, find a confortable solution! Please keep us posted as to your results. We are here for you!

Hugs2U, Chari

[Felix]

Hi Hun yeah go back :hugs: I know what ya mean though. I told my doctor about a month ago now and while I've been waiting for the appointment to talk to a specialist I have been having all sorts of worries and doubts. I do think however I would be foolish now to pull out cos this needs sorting for my own sanity. Like the others said it will keep resurfacing so it's probably best to go back and talk to him. It sounds like he will help ya from what ya said anyways. Good luck Hun xx Felix :hugs: