Worried about blood tests

Sarah1991

So i've an appointment next week to get my bloods checked for basicially everything(thyroid, diabetes, cholesterol) and i'm really nervous about the results. I'm not at all a healthy/active person and i'm so scared that the doctor will give me some bad news. I've basically been putting this off for about 2 years because of how i'm feeling.

Has anybody been in a similar situation? I'm not asking for medical advice at all just looking for help. Thanks.

nkav86

I got those done recently, went to the gp for anxiety issues he ordered these just to be sure everything was ok physically too. They all came back clear. I was worried myself as I'm not very active, overweight and am not the healthiest eater. Don't get too bogged down with it. It did make me think about why I was so worried and it opened my eyes to changes I needed to make regarding the weight and health. Best of luck!

LegacyUser

If you are young its unlikely you'd have any of these issues. I had the same test/s done at 29, id gone to the doc as had a family history of thyroid issues and wanted to get checked out. Was fine, even cholesterol, all those things you mentioned in your post, and even though im little i eat a lot of rubbish and get very little exercise. I was a bit shocked there was nothing wrong! :P

Wesser

Sarah1991 wrote: »

So i've an appointment next week to get my bloods checked for basicially everything(thyroid, diabetes, cholesterol) and i'm really nervous about the results. I'm not at all a healthy/active person and i'm so scared that the doctor will give me some bad news. I've basically been putting this off for about 2 years because of how i'm feeling.

What do you need the blood tests for? Do you have any symptoms? Were you born in 1991? If so you seem very young for needing blood tests.

Corruptedmorals

It doesn't matter if the OP is having symptoms or her age- it's good to get full bloods done every so often. I was diagnosed with a thyroid condition much younger than that.

OP, try to relax about the results. Nobody is going to give out to you or judge you about them. It's brilliant to get them out of the way. If something crops up, your doctor will guide and advise you on the next steps. If they are clear then you can use it as a motivator to keep them that way as much as you can by being healthier. Be aware also that while some bloods may only take a few days to come back, others could be well over a week or even two. Your doctor will let you know when to ring in etc. for results.

Sunflower 27

I think you should be proud of yourself for doing this, first of all.

Secondly , it is likely these results will either prompt you to make better life choices or tackle a pre existing problem that was only going to get worse.

Whatever the results, either way you will cope. Stay strong.

Sarah1991

Sunflower 27 wrote: »

I think you should be proud of yourself for doing this, first of all.

Secondly , it is likely these results will either prompt you to make better life choices or tackle a pre existing problem that was only going to get worse.

Whatever the results, either way you will cope.
Stay strong.

Thank you! This is exactly what I needed to hear.I suppose my biggest fear really is being judged but i'll have to just face up to whatever these results show.

Sun in Capri

Better to know the lie of the land and be able to deal with it then than not to know. Wishing you all the best.

baby and crumble

Sarah1991 wrote: »

Thank you! This is exactly what I needed to hear.I suppose my biggest fear really is being judged but i'll have to just face up to whatever these results show.

Sure who's going to be judging you? The Dr? They see this all the time, all they want are healthy patients. Even if you have high cholesterol or whatever, you don't have to tell a soul, just get on top of it and you'll be grand. If there is something wrong, better to get on top of it before you have symptoms.

UrbanFox

Sarah1991 wrote: »

So i've an appointment next week to get my bloods checked for basicially everything(thyroid, diabetes, cholesterol) and i'm really nervous about the results. I'm not at all a healthy/active person and i'm so scared that the doctor will give me some bad news. I've basically been putting this off for about 2 years because of how i'm feeling.

Has anybody been in a similar situation? I'm not asking for medical advice at all just looking for help. Thanks.

Not medical advice.

Getting full bloods done gives you a baseline of exactly where you are in relation to the various items tested. That might then give you a point at which to start to make any adjustments that your G.P. and or you feel that might be needed.

The worst part about bloods is the apprehension that there may be something adverse coming your way. Highly unlikely. Getting a set of bloods that come back normal gives you great reassurance. You can then start training for the marathon - well, start with a half marathon