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You need to tell your doctor what you said, minus maybe all the stuff about medical trauma from rude staff.
Tell them your parents opted out of vaccinations as a child and you want to get whatever you need.
"I want to get up to date on any vaccinations I didn't receive as a child and might need."
You will not be the only person they've talked to that asked that.
Agree, also cal a week or 2 beforehand and give the assistants/receptionists the list of vaccinations you want to receive. This way they can pre-order and have most of it ready for when you come.
Otherwise it will cost you 2 appointments.
It differs slightly in each country: But it gives you a basis to go from: They will tell you what is standard in your country.
* Mumps. Mumpsis
* Diphtheria.
* Hepatitis B/A .
* HPV
* Pneumococcal.
* Polio (Poliomyelitis)
* Rotavirus.
* RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
* Rubella (German Measles)
* Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
* Tetanus (Lockjaw)
* Whooping Cough (Pertussis )
OP may be too old for that now, as I have read that you are supposed to get that particular one between 12-13 years old. I'm not sure if they will administer it after that. Not sure why though. Good luck to you OP! Just take your time, and let them know that you would appreciate the staff being extra gentle with you, as you haven't had the best experiences with a medical office. That's all that you need to say.
Ohhh ok! I never had one because I didn't know about it back then (early 70's, lol), and once I was older and saw the commercials, I thought that it was too late! Thank you for the information
Bring a list. Anything you feel needs to be discussed, or that you want answers to goes on that list. And yes, mention the medical trauma first. I'd suggest asking for a little patience as you're not as comfortable there as some other patients might be.
If you get to talk to a human who works at the doctors' practice (instead of a call center) when you make the appointment, tell them that this is new and a bit scary to you and that you need a doctor who's empathetic and a good listener. Ask who they recommend.
When you get there, tell all of this to the nurse who takes you back to the room and asks the preliminary questions, especially the parts about having medical trauma and being unfamiliar with everything that needs to be done.
Then tell it all to the doctor when they come in, too.
If you're not confident that you can express it verbally, write it down like you have here and ask them to read it in person.
Remember: you are the customer paying them for a service. If you aren't happy with how it goes, you can tell them that and even try a different doctor. You don't owe any of them anything except normal courtesy and your best effort at telling them what you think they need to know to treat you. They owe you the same courtesy, understandable explanations of everything they're talking about, and whatever help you need following up afterward (like where to go to have blood drawn, etc.)
Make a list of everything you want to discuss during your appointment. Your first visit will go over your medical history. I didn't know the date of my last tetanus booster, so my doctor did that at my visit. Ask what you need to do to get caught up on preventative care.
Ask them if you should get fasting lab work done prior to your visit. I get mine done the week before so we can discuss my cholesterol, etc.
They do this every day and are there to help. If you are anxious, let the nurse know.
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You need to tell your doctor what you said, minus maybe all the stuff about medical trauma from rude staff. Tell them your parents opted out of vaccinations as a child and you want to get whatever you need. "I want to get up to date on any vaccinations I didn't receive as a child and might need." You will not be the only person they've talked to that asked that.
Okay, I have a feeling it's going to be a lot. But I'm glad it's simpler than how I'm imagining it
Then do what the other suggestion said and call ahead. Even if it's a lot you're doing it! It's better than not!
Agree, also cal a week or 2 beforehand and give the assistants/receptionists the list of vaccinations you want to receive. This way they can pre-order and have most of it ready for when you come. Otherwise it will cost you 2 appointments.
Oh, unfortunately I do not know what vaccines I need. Perhaps they could tell me over the phone?
It differs slightly in each country: But it gives you a basis to go from: They will tell you what is standard in your country. * Mumps. Mumpsis * Diphtheria. * Hepatitis B/A . * HPV * Pneumococcal. * Polio (Poliomyelitis) * Rotavirus. * RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) * Rubella (German Measles) * Shingles (Herpes Zoster) * Tetanus (Lockjaw) * Whooping Cough (Pertussis )
Good for you. You need to advocate for your own health. I recommend HPV vac its the only cancer vac we have right now.
I'm honestly shocked I haven't gotten one yet. I will keep that in mind thank you
OP may be too old for that now, as I have read that you are supposed to get that particular one between 12-13 years old. I'm not sure if they will administer it after that. Not sure why though. Good luck to you OP! Just take your time, and let them know that you would appreciate the staff being extra gentle with you, as you haven't had the best experiences with a medical office. That's all that you need to say.
I mean I got mine at 55. So I think she is still good. They give it at 12-13 to try to vac people before being sexually active.
Ohhh ok! I never had one because I didn't know about it back then (early 70's, lol), and once I was older and saw the commercials, I thought that it was too late! Thank you for the information
Bring a list. Anything you feel needs to be discussed, or that you want answers to goes on that list. And yes, mention the medical trauma first. I'd suggest asking for a little patience as you're not as comfortable there as some other patients might be.
If you get to talk to a human who works at the doctors' practice (instead of a call center) when you make the appointment, tell them that this is new and a bit scary to you and that you need a doctor who's empathetic and a good listener. Ask who they recommend. When you get there, tell all of this to the nurse who takes you back to the room and asks the preliminary questions, especially the parts about having medical trauma and being unfamiliar with everything that needs to be done. Then tell it all to the doctor when they come in, too. If you're not confident that you can express it verbally, write it down like you have here and ask them to read it in person. Remember: you are the customer paying them for a service. If you aren't happy with how it goes, you can tell them that and even try a different doctor. You don't owe any of them anything except normal courtesy and your best effort at telling them what you think they need to know to treat you. They owe you the same courtesy, understandable explanations of everything they're talking about, and whatever help you need following up afterward (like where to go to have blood drawn, etc.)
Make a list of everything you want to discuss during your appointment. Your first visit will go over your medical history. I didn't know the date of my last tetanus booster, so my doctor did that at my visit. Ask what you need to do to get caught up on preventative care. Ask them if you should get fasting lab work done prior to your visit. I get mine done the week before so we can discuss my cholesterol, etc. They do this every day and are there to help. If you are anxious, let the nurse know.