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Doctor Struggles

User Profile: plumCar7919
plumCar7919 July 6th, 2025

Anyone else struggle to trust doctors whether it's primary care, dentists, eye doctors, etc? I had an ovarian cyst rupture a couple years ago and saw 4 different primary care doctors in 4 weeks. The first 2 dismissed it as anxiety or a weak core. It took a lot out of me to switch providers. Now I'm having a similar problem with dentists. I've seen 5 different dentists in 5 years. I get told so many different things and I feel guilted into paying for stuff I probably don't need. I just got a cavity filled for the third time and I've been numbed for the same tooth four times now. I just feel like I'm the only one facing trust issues with providers. Note: I do get very anxious at any appointment anymore for the fact I have no idea what they're going to say or even if I should be trusting them with my care. Or any tips on how to get through this whole mess?

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User Profile: Amanda84
Amanda84 July 10th, 2025

@plumCar7919

I'm sorry you are struggling like this 💜

I hate doctors myself. What I would recommend is not letting them think they are superior, use your voice, stand your ground, communicate, ask questions, advocate what you need. If you get nervous during the appointment, have everything you want to say prepared beforehand. Wishing you the best of luck in advance, welcome to seven cups and nice to meet you 💜🥰