new docs are always nerve wracking to say the least. Pain docs I think sound worse since the trigger point injections and things like that sound excruiating (sp). I'd almost rather manage with meds and braces. Do u have a family member or friend who could go to the appt with u? My mom is retired and doesn't work so she is usually available for me for that kind of thing. My hubby was never off for that kind of thing when he was working.

My mom use to go to all of my appts with me before she died. My friends are working tomorrow. No one else in my family that lives in my area that I would want to take. I am usually treated more kindly when my mom was there or when hubby is there. Male Drs tend to be more respectfull when my husband is there. I am a nice and polite person, so I guess I expect the same treatment. I think sometimes I frustrate Drs because I have other issues / limitations besides just fibro.

I didnt mean just fibro- fibro itself can be complicated and frustrating.

Oh Milly, my thoughts are with you. I find that going to a new doctor (or even dentist) is so very stressful. I too have been treated poorly by Drs. especially regarding pain issues. I wish you had your Mom (so very sorry ;( to take with you. (I'm sure she is still by your side ;) I lost my mom recently too, and I find myself crying for her companionship, love and understanding during these painful times.

I will think of you today and hope your new doctor will treat you right and offer you some hope and relief.

What's worked well for me in the past is focusing on all the "positives" of the experience. If a receptionist is friendly, if there's a pretty painting on the wall, if the waiting room is comfortable, if the sun is shining. Hope you are relaxed during your visit and hope your doctor is compassionate and caring. Have a nice day~

Maybe it would help your anxiety to make a list of what you expect. For example, that don't expect to be pain free but expect your average daily pain to be a 4 or less on their 1-10 scale....

I actually love trigger point injections as my trigger points cause me more problems than my fibromyalgia pain. The few minutes of moderate pain is so worth the relief that last for a long time after.

Don't know if that's what you need but I don't want you to be afraid of that if it's one of the things they want to do.

Don't know if you'll see this before you go, but I saw a new doc recently and I was anxious like you - the thing that helped me most was to clarify exactly what it was I was expecting so I could articulate that to her.

Once I got that straight in my mind and planned what I wanted to say to her, I calmed down considerably and the visit went really well.

I wouldnt have ANY expectaions. Id just go with a sense of curiosity, as to hoiw will this be. Dont expect good bad, etc. Itll be okay, and the worst that could happen is disappointment.But if you likey, maybe Hubby can go to next appt with THAT dr. or with a New one. Good Luck, and dont project!
Warm hug, Mystic BEEN THERE, DONE THAT!!!

I was a wreck before my first app't with a pain doc but since it was'nt for FM, it went well, LOL.

Keeping a good thought. I also frustrate/baffle docs, b/c they hav eto work around my epilepsy and my epilepsy meds.

Let us know how it goes!

My first ever pain clinic appt is in about 3 weeks. I'm nervous too as no docs ever do any good for me. Would you mind telling me about your experience? I don't even know what they do there! lol

(Biting nails all day)

Best of luck on your appt!

Liz

Thank you everyone for your replies. I was able to read them before my appt Friday and they helped me find some courage. Of course I didnt get much sleep Thursday night, mr anxiety was knocking on my door.

Am an RN too. Disabled. I am fortunate to have had a super Dr. but...she just retired..........now working with a pain Dr. who is great, and a physiatrist...physical medicine Dr., who also is supportive. Not the same as my original Dr. but helpful.
Remember, you are a nurse......we know what Dr.'s are......just people who have a little more knowledge...sometimes LOL. You deserve to be respected. If you must, remind the Dr. of that!!
hugs

I have been going to a Pain Management clinic here in Colorado for four years. He has made such a difference....like Peace, I also get trigger point injections and do have reief for awhile.
The best thing I find is to write down everything to ask the Dr. That was super important to me and the Dr. He is so knowledgable about all the latest things to help fibro and I am totally at ease with him.
Good luck to you; I wil be thinking of you and saying a ittle prayer that you Pain Med.Dr. is well informed and take the time to isten to what you have to say. Good luck and take care.
Love and gentle hugs,
MaryKathryn