Still amongst you!

natythingycolbery · Post by **natythingycolbery** » Wed Jan 19, 2011 4:32 pm

So, drs was a bit of a disaster, in the sense that he seemed to not actually listen to what i was saying to him at all!

We spent most of the appointment discussing why I'm not allowed SSRI's

I'm gonna try with a different Dr I think!

Bifcus16 · Post by **Bifcus16** » Wed Jan 19, 2011 6:47 pm

Sorry to hear it was such a disappointment.

So what is the plan for finding a different doctor, or at least another professional MH support person to talk to? In my part of the world there are a variety of support services that one could try, but I have no idea what Britain has on offer. Eg, Lifeline crisis phone line can also help suggest options for more support, Beyond Blue has referral lists etc.

You have done really well in identifying the need for help. Since today's visit didn't meet that need, it might be time to try some other options.

Lyn

Jan · Post by **Jan** » Wed Jan 19, 2011 6:52 pm

Naty,

I don't know anything about the UK health system other than what gets posted here. I hope you can find the help you need. You remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Jan

explosive · Post by **explosive** » Wed Jan 19, 2011 7:09 pm

Naty,

I wish things had gone better for you. I would not blame you if you changed doctors. Everytime I go to mine for my MH issues he just Rx me another med (ativan of late). I think I am on too many meds.

I will keep you in my prayers!

Sharon

Post by **tex** » Wed Jan 19, 2011 8:00 pm

Naty,

Hang in there. Good luck with another doctor.

Tex

Mags · Post by **Mags** » Wed Jan 19, 2011 11:57 pm

Hooray for You!!!

If your doc will not listen to you--get rid of them! Has anyone suggested a mood stabilizer or an SNRI? Keep going until you find a doc who thinks "outside the box"......

Mags

MaggieRedwings · Post by **MaggieRedwings** » Thu Jan 20, 2011 5:55 am

Morning Naty,

Sorry to about the NHS doctor but I also know finding another doctor and getting the NHS to go along can be a rough ride. My stepson (error the other day saying SIL) is trying to switch his psychiatric doctor right now and the health service is not being very cooperative. Of course, he would be switching them every time he does not like their diagnosis or input. He is a bad case but I have to say that during his hospital stay - other than the fiasco of a release - they were really great and much better than we have here.

Good luck to you and hope they work with you.

Love, Maggie

hoosier1 · Post by **hoosier1** » Thu Jan 20, 2011 8:33 am

Yep Naty,

Go find a doctor who will listen to you.

Hang in there!

Rich

Kari · Post by **Kari** » Thu Jan 20, 2011 11:07 am

Hi Naty,

You're constantly in my thoughts and I hope you're doing reasonably well. Good luck and please keep us updated, we're all rooting for you !!!

:bigbighug:

Love and more hugs,
Kari

natythingycolbery · Post by **natythingycolbery** » Thu Jan 20, 2011 11:38 am

The plan is... keep pestering until they actually help me! The UK system is that you have to be reffered to MH professionals to get their help. (There are other options to do this, which I am avoiding because they are not pretty).

I just find it amusing that my GP in my hometown was all for getting me as much help as possible, whereas at uni my GP is more 'whatever'

:/

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Thu Jan 20, 2011 12:53 pm

Naty
I am really sorry that you have such an idiot of a GP to deal with. The contrast between a good doctor and a bad doctor is so wide it is ridiculous......
but as there is a shortage thats about as good as it gets.

HOpe the result you want that will help you feel better eventuates soon. I believe there is method in some madness sometimes and things happen for a reason

take care

Joefnh · Post by **Joefnh** » Thu Jan 20, 2011 8:22 pm

Hi Katy, sounds like its time for a new doctor.

Hang in there, I'm sure this will all work out for the best

--Joe

Celie · Post by **Celie** » Thu Jan 20, 2011 9:30 pm

Love and hugs from Mississippi! It is so hard to need help and be unable to get it! I am rooting for you!

Celie

natythingycolbery · Post by **natythingycolbery** » Fri Jan 21, 2011 10:04 pm

I'm a woman on a mission, the receptionists at the GP's are being unhelpful... i'm getting my academic tutor involved mwa ha ha ha!

ant · Post by **ant** » Fri Jan 21, 2011 11:58 pm

Dear Katy

I really admire your candid and positive approach to all these hurdles.

Best ant

P.S. what does "mwa" stand for?