Advice: The Next Doctor's Appointment
Do you find the eye doctor's waiting room to be stressful? Does the idea of going to the next eye exam make you nervous? How do you prepare for an appointment? Share advice and tips below!
yes, I'm always nervous about my appointment. I worry beforehand, and while I'm in the waiting room. I try to tell myself that everything will be ok, but I'm not so sure. I take a good look at the Amsler Grid before I go and I make sure I have my list of questions. I hate getting home and thinking of something I should have asked. Wendy, Advocate. it sounds like you really have your routine down! I think this is so important. I can agree - it can be a really unsettling feeling to still have questions/concerns that you forgot to address when you're meeting with the doctor. Great to have that list with you, or even bring a pen with you in case you think of things while waiting in the waiting room! Best, Abby (Team Member).
I am a little anxious before my appointments. I make a note with all my concerns or questions on my iPhone so I won’t forget. My doctor is very good to address my concerns. I am so relieved when the OCT shows no change. I have been stable 2+ years now. Sharon Moore advocate
Love the idea of keeping concerns and questions on your iPhone! I'm really glad to hear that your doctor really listens and spends time with you to address those concerns and questions. All my best, Abby (Team Member).
I am a bit anxious the night before and the morning of appointment, a bit hard for me to eat breakfast. Check in the eye scan I am good, after dilation and numbing drops I do breathing exercises to calm myself and stay calm. I continue to do breathing exercises until shot is completed. For some reason after the shot I am a bit unsteady for a few seconds, gather my wits and then make my way downstairs and head for home remembering how thankful I am to be able to have and afford the shots so I can see as well as I do.
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Mindfulness, deep breathing, and gratitude can really shift perspective in challenging moments. When is your next eye injection? Keep us posted on how you feel. Wishing you well, Abby (Team member).
Yes I feel this way too. My next appointment is coming up in a little over a week. Yes it goes fast between appointments! I have changed to a new Retina Specialist who is a farther drive but it is soooo worth it for feeling comfortable.
I am happy to hear you like your new retinal specialist? What are the positive differences between the retinal specialist? I changed specialist last year. My new one is much more empathetic and answers all my questions. He also helps me with my chronic dry eye condition. Best wishes, Sharon Moore advocate
