I had a doctor's appointment today. It was for a new doctor. My main one for out here in CO.
After going through my laundry list of medical issues, she narrowed it down and created plans of action. I am a little shocked already. I have NEVER had a doctor listen to me and ask questions, let alone DEAL with any of my issues.
She ordered blood tests to check for deficiency.
She agreed to get Implanon out of my arm, and further agreed my depression was more likely hormonal, worsened by Vit D deficiency.
She treated my anxiety as a different issue entirely and suggested something preventive as opposed to a quick fix like Xanax for panic attacks. She also called me Xenophobic/Agoraphobic. SHE ASKED ME IF I THOUGHT MY LIFE WOULD IMPROVE IF WE DEAL WITH THESE ISSUES.
I have never had a doctor ask me that question. Ever. They call me a pill seeker, to get over it, a drug addict. Never have I had someone listen and form a plan of action.
She prescribed me Lexapro for now.
I am like....woah