Hi Asphyxia - Did you take the Valium? Did it help?

I am facing the same fears, but I don't have anyone to go with me. Actually, I'm so ashamed of that kind of appointment that I don't even want anyone to know where I'm going. I'm having a meet and greet with the doctor this week where I can express my concerns. I'm sick about the appointment and they won't even be doing anything. I've prepared a list of concerns for her which I seem to keep adding to. The nurse told me on the phone that sometimes they prescribe Valium for patients beforehand. But I worry about the way that might effect me too. Too many worries. I think this is a phobia with a touch of PTSD for me.