Thread: Currently Undiagnosed, Pdoc Appt in 2 days. What can I expect?
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Old Oct 26, 2017, 06:05 PM
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It's very possible you will be diagnosed and prescribed medication on the first visit. The first visit is usually about an hour. The doctor will ask about your history of symptoms so definitely be prepared for that. I wouldn't tell the pdoc you think you're bipolar right away. Let him/her ask questions and connect the dots.
Thank you for your comment (which I did read before my appointment yesterday). I took your advice and didn't mention bipolar right away, but you were right in the end. My pdoc did pretty much exactly what you described, including a diagnosis (Bipolar II) and meds (Risperidone and Lamotrigine). I went into the visit extremely nervous, but I walked out with a smile on my face and a weight lifted off my shoulders. It was decent.

Thanks again for your support!
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