On Friday (Dec. 28) I'm going to have a physical. I'm REALLY afraid of doctors. I'm also nervous about him looking......
What can I do to calm down?
I am a girl between ages of 10 and 15.
Sorry don't want to give away my exact age.
2007-12-26 02:50:57 · 7 answers · asked by Jillian 3 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Its really ok to be nervous. A lot of people feel that way when they go to a doctor. That's probably because there is this man or woman who is invading your private space.
One thing to think about, is that the doc has probably seen it all before, so nothing is going to surprise him or anything. Most docs will know how to put you at ease, in fact they are trained to be able to. Don't worry about it, and if you are confused about anything, don't be afraid to ask questions, its your right and the doc is obligated to answer you the best way he can.
Good luck! I hope this helps a little bit.
2007-12-26 03:03:54 · answer #1 · answered by kyle d 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would strongly suggest you see a female doctor if you can, especially for female things.
Just remember they have a job to do, so do you, be prepared to answer questions honestly and accurately. Bring questions you may have too.
If this is your first pelvic exam, I really suggest you cancel this guy and get a nice woman OB/GYN. You will need to just think of other things while there, every woman does this honey, they won't hurt you. If you relax it is much easier on you and then they can do their job better.
2007-12-26 03:30:36 · answer #2 · answered by MadforMAC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First see if your parents can get you a female doctor. That seems to help some people. If you're having a pap, just remember that this doctor has seen more p****y than Brad Pitt.
2007-12-26 03:32:35 · answer #3 · answered by Lily 2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is a sports physical then they don't look at you gentials.. Then check you ankles, arms, neck, spine, and legs. They have see it all before. take a deep breath and think of something you like to do that is calming. Hope it works.
2007-12-26 03:34:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
u should get a female doctor instead, i got a femal pediatrician when i was around 9.
it's not that scary, they just feel your heartbeat, feel your stomach, and make you walk and bend over, things like that. not scary at all, dont worry about it. it's just like a normal checkup.
2007-12-26 03:50:30 · answer #5 · answered by clare renee b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there's nothing to be worried about when you're going to get a physical. they are just going to check you out, and you may get a shot. it's no biggie.
2007-12-26 02:54:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Is it a sports physical? cause if it is, when I got mine they didn't look down there
2007-12-26 02:59:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋