Postnatal depression and very anxious and panicky to see doctor tomorrow!!?

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Im going to the doctors tomorrow in concern for my postnatal depression.Im feeling very anxious and panicky to a point i may just end up staying home.Is there anyway that i can overcome these negative thoughts and just go there for the sake of my health?Its not all that easy when people tell me to go,but i just need some support from people who have been through this and if they can share there thoughts and supportive suggestions on how to overcome this.Thank's

I spoke to alot of nurses about my postnatal depression.They all said you did a good job on taking your first steps.Now you have to face your fears and go through this in fear or lack of motivation.Its not all that easy,but you have to do it for the sake of your baby and your wellbeing.What did i think about all this?Well it made me think about my life and how i want to live it,but ive still got this anxious/nervous and panicky feeling.Ima do it in fear of my emotions and negative thoughts.Im going and im gonna get better.Far you guys are so much help and if i could i would hug you all for being so damn supportive.Thank you guys alot.I am feeling motivated right now and hope i will tomorrow.

Answer 1

I suffer from Major Depression and Anxiety with anger issues, and 2.5 years ago I tried to kill myself. If my wife or I had recognized the signs of what was going on with me I would have gone to see a Psychiatrist. Unfortunately, neither one of us did and I almost died.

Depression sucks! What ever you do...do NOT miss your appointment. They are there to help you, so there is nothing to worry about.

Actually, depression does effect a person's health. It lowers your immune system, effects your weight, effects sleep patters, effects your memory and concentration. People who are suffering from depression usually have a tendency to isolate themselves from others.

After my suicide attempt, I was in a regular hospital for about week, because of a problem with my leg. One of the other reasons I had attempted to kill myself was I was in pain with my leg (it had almost doubled in size) and when I when I was in the hospital I was diagnosed with severe DVT.

I spent about a week in a regular hospital and once I was discharged, I went and self-admitted myself into a behavioral health hospital, where I stayed for another week. When I got out, I admitted myself into their day program and I was in that for 6 months.

Now, I only see a Psychiatrist and Therapist, but I'm doing better these days.

Answer 2

Possibly one of the reasons you're so anxious & scared is that you may be feeling that your doctor won't understand some of the emotions/feelings that you are experiencing. It's important that you feel comfortable enough to be able to discuss all your problems with someone who is not sitting in judgement of you as a person but rather is trying to understand and provide you with the help that you need. Some doctors are so overbooked that they may not really be listening to you, others just don't have the capacity for understanding what you're going through though they may be brilliant in other areas such as surgery. Your family doctor is your front line of defence - you need to have confidence in the fact that they are doing everything they can to help you. After many 'unsatisfactory' doctors I was fortunate enough to have found a female family doctor who doesn't look at her watch and really tries to understand and if she doesn't know the answer will do everything she can to find you the right help. You also mention that you've suffer from post natal depression - is anything being done about that -i.e. meds, counselling etc. and are you receiving support from family & friends - even trying an online help group may be beneficial in being able to express yourself and by the very fact that you asked this question indicates that you are aware that there is something more that you need in the way of assistance. Your baby will not be taken away unless there are indicators that abuse is occurring however sometimes it's impossible to tell - only you know for certain. Please keep trying to get the help you need - not trying will only make things harder emotionally for you and your baby.

Answer 3

I'm answering this late after you've already received a lot of good advice. I'll just add this. During the past week I read a news story on the Internet (it may have been Yahoo Health News) that women suffering from postpartum depression do better and can recover if they have phone therapy--basically being able to talk to someone. Sounds like you've had a good start here on YA.

Ask your doctor if there are any support groups in your area. Where I live there is a group of women who volunteer to help new mothers usually with getting them comfortable with breastfeeding, etc. But they are also available to talk about their experiences and to listen. Maybe you have something like this where you are.

The main thing is you recognized the signs and you called th doctor. In the meantime, before the visit, you came here for help. A lot of people care. Best of luck and enjoy your baby.

Answer 4

I think Suzie's answer is STILL good!



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pootyfulg... I have a problem!!?

I have postatum-depression and i badly want to go to the doctors,but i have no car and im very anxious and repulsive to take a taxi or bus.I lack motivation and when it comes to mind when im willing to go.I end up saying its nothing seriously that bad.Ive noticed now i should really do something about it,but there is noone to help motivate me.Any advice that can overcome my fear of buses and cars?I dont care what you say as long as its gonna motivate me to do this for the sake of myself.Thank's

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2 days ago
it was baby-blues-postatum-depression... had it when i gave birth and my GP gave me some anti side affect pills.But they didnt work obviously!!

2 days ago
Thank you guys for your moral support brought me to tears!!how shameful!

Suzie) Best Answer - Chosen by Asker

You don't have a choice. You must go. If you were having heart pains...what would you do? If your blood sugar was making you start to pass out or if you couldn't breath, what would you do? Some people call an ambulance. That is what they are for! If you have feelings of suicide or homicide, then you would be a possible danger to you child...it would be selfish not to go. Don't lie to yourself, it is like diabetes: if you ignore it it only gets worse. If you deal with it you can get it all back under control. If you put it off that is bad because it gets worse. Things don't go away if you just stick your head up under the rug. By the way they will not take your children away from you for having wrong thoughts. Only if you act on them. I had this problem after my last child, and I too put it off. I ended up suffering 3 times longer than I would have had I gone in in the beginning. When you get the meds, they usually tell you to take them a year. DO what they say or it will backfire. I did this too!...I didn't listen because I was doing so well and ended up more depressed than ever, only each time it comes back, it comes back stronger. Stop making excuses. What is wrong with taking a taxi? Don't make up excuses now...get up and do what you need to do! And for gosh sakes...don't wait untill you feel like it or you will never go. you will feel bad on the way there and relieved on the way home...I promise! If you can't shake your fear well then: DO IT AFRAID!!!! It will get better for you only when you take a step forward, and I have faith in you that you will. May God be with you.

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thanks alot for the advice very helpful !

Answer 5

I'm sorry, I haven't been through it, but I know something about being too anxious to go out. Sometimes it helps to talk to yourself like a child. Say to yourself, "hang in there sweety, no big deal" or "you can do it hon, just dont give up" Promise to treat yourself to your favorite thing on the way home from the doctor. Most of all, Do it for the baby!

Answer 6

Go see him tomorrow..force yourself, then you explain to him just how difficult it was. That's the only way! In the mean time TRY to relax, take a hot bath, go to sleep, meditate..I know it's not easy, it isn't for any of us and many have gone before you..You can't get better if you don't do anything..energy brings change. Good Luck Dear, YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!

Answer 7

why is that dr. appointment so hard? I think for me it was having to go the rest of the nine months-- but I looked at it this way... if there was something wrong then I would want to talk to the doctor and get help so that the problem could be addressed. If you don't go, how can you fix anything? Just "get it over with"

Answer 8

The enemy of depression is positive action. Even biologically caused depression can be lessened by positive physical actions. The decision to go to the doctor, and following thru on the decision is a way of taking back control of your life. This concept of being in control has been proven to lessen the depressive symptoms.

Answer 9

You have the courage to go through with this, the doctor will help you. and pretty soon your depression will be gone, you have made the first step, all you have to do is put one foot in front of the other.. I will think of you tomorrow, and send you all of my best thoughts. Here's a hug to get you through.

Answer 10

my ex had to take evening primrose oil with fish oil to get over her postnatal depression
plus she was allergic to yeast (bread beer) which made her sad all the time, so now she doesnt hav any of that stuf