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hamsterjill

(17,094 posts)
2. Thank you, Ocelot.
Wed Oct 15, 2025, 11:26 AM
Oct 2025

I always feel foolish, but I am what I am. It's hard for us, right? A lot of people who don't have these fears simply don't understand. I wish I could be more like "normal" people in this regard. A good friend of mine has always said that it is the loss of control that freaks me out. Someone ELSE is in control even for the few minutes it takes to get through the tests. And I think that's a great part of it for me.

I try very hard not to make things difficult for the medical personnel who are there to help me. Most, I've found, are quite understanding and their calming presence helps me get through. I just wish that I didn't spend a week stressing over these.

I'm going to treat myself to something special once they are over. If I can ever return the favor for you, please let me know. I've tried a lot of stress reducing things and I'll be happy to share with you what I've found that works for me, and what doesn't - IF that would ever be helpful.

Thanks again!

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I feel your pain; I'm the same way. Ocelot II Oct 2025 #1
Thank you, Ocelot. hamsterjill Oct 2025 #2
Thank you! Ocelot II Oct 2025 #3
Just got back from mine with my new cardiologist. multigraincracker Oct 2025 #4
Glad all went well with yours! hamsterjill Oct 2025 #8
Go to Rate Your Doctor . Com. multigraincracker Oct 2025 #12
You are not alone. I hate them but understand their necessity. Polly Hennessey Oct 2025 #5
Thank you so much for that wisdom. hamsterjill Oct 2025 #9
Good vibes on the way to you SheltieLover Oct 2025 #6
Appreciate that, Sheltie! hamsterjill Oct 2025 #10
You are in my thoughts... hlthe2b Oct 2025 #7
Thank you for that. hamsterjill Oct 2025 #11
Just saw. Hoping for good results! I'm pretty bad about stuff, too. You're not alone electric_blue68 Oct 2025 #13
Thank you so much. hamsterjill Oct 2025 #14
Hey, no problemo! If we can shore each other up a bit every little bit helps. electric_blue68 Oct 2025 #15
The childhood stuff is really hard! hamsterjill Oct 2025 #16
Wow, 8, and losing your mom to cancer. Very rough!... electric_blue68 Oct 2025 #17
I'm sorry about your sister. I've said a prayer for her. hamsterjill Oct 2025 #18
Thank You so very much! electric_blue68 Oct 2025 #19
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