Need ideas

andreaphilip3 · 08-11-2002, 12:15 AM

hi,

i am suffering PTSD duer to the fact that i was nearly raped in may& now find myself unable to deal with male physicians. i get major pannic attacks. any ideas how i can overcome this?

Clover · 08-17-2002, 04:57 PM

The only thing i can tell you is to maybe go to counseling. My stepfather has panic attacks and takes xanex. That has helped him. I think his panic attackes are probably a little different. If you dont feel comfortable with a male physician they just go to a female until you feel you are ready. I know that like with a gyn appointment a nurse has to be present if you have a male doctor. Im really sorry this happened to you. I cant imagine. Hope this might help a little.
Take care Clover

andreaphilip3 · 08-17-2002, 07:10 PM

thanks clover

i have contacted a pts counselor& i already take up to 2 mg xanax daily.

its hard to explain, but at the moment, i have no choice but to see this dr, but i hope maybe 1 day soon ill be released of his clutches. panic attacks stink