I have a lot of anxiety issues mainly when it comes to social situations. I have never seen a doctor about this, but would like some meds to calm me down because it gets worse as I get older. I think this relates to my spastic colon, my stomach always goes crazy when I'm in social situations. What kind of doctor do I see for this? Can my GP prescribe medication for this or do I have to see a shrink? Thanks!!
2007-07-25 01:56:06 · 5 answers · asked by Kelly H 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Your GP might recommend some medication for you but if you have a spastic colon then you would be seeing a gastroenterologist. He might give you something to relieve the spastic colon which would in turn cause you less stress. If not, they might just recommend a therapist for your anxiety issues. Start with your GP and go from there.
2007-07-25 07:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by lilith663 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, a GP can prescribe medication for anxiety.
2007-07-25 09:06:27 · answer #2 · answered by Andee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can go to your family doctor for meds, but you're better off going to a Psychologist, too - Social anxiety is better treated with therapy than medication alone.
2007-07-25 09:04:32 · answer #3 · answered by mattgo64 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your GP will most likely refer you to a behavioral health professional.
2007-07-25 09:02:46 · answer #4 · answered by gdsmak16 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may have IBS, go see a normal GP, he can give you a jab or meds
2007-07-25 09:04:37 · answer #5 · answered by aunt_webby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋