I would love to see this topic addressed on the show. I’ll step up and be the first to say “I don’t like doctors,” which is untrue of course, because I have friends who are physicians. So perhaps the better thing to say would be that I hate doctors when it involves something medical and…well…me.

Ever since I was little I can remember recoiling at the thought of having to visit the doctor. I’ve never experience anything inappropriate and I’ve never been through anything exceptionally painful—no surgeries, broken bones, stitches, etc. I did tear my bicep lifting weights once, but other than that I have to consider myself fortunate to have never suffered any terrible medical emergencies. But still, I avoid making doctor’s appointments at all costs.

This is all ironic considering I majored in nursing for three years before changing to another field.  And I’m all about empowering people when it comes to their health, and knowing every detail I can about my own, but I think my interest is more scientific and stems from my desire for an all around healthy body and appearance.

When I was younger I think my fear of doctors stemmed from fear of any painful procedure. I had asthma, and for some reason had my blood taken a lot. But mostly because of my breathing difficulties I was in and out of the pediatrician’s office quite frequently. But now it’s just a fear of embarrassment or something. I do not want anyone touching me for any reason, and though I know it’s irrational, I can’t explain it! Keep your hands off and keep your distance!

So how about it folks? Is there anyone else out there with the same feelings?