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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think you need a therapist, someone that you can talk to without feeling any guilt about it, and I also think maybe you should start seeing a geriatric specialist who can be your main doctor as you age who will help you see the big picture.

It’s totally normal to be anxious about health issues, issues of aging, etc. And the healthcare system is kind of a mess, so I think it’s important to ask questions and to work to keep track of things that might get lost in the shuffle. It can be super frustrating. You say you wonder if you’re immature, but nothing you say suggests that, in fact quite the opposite. I’m sorry you’re having this hard time.[/quote]

I agree with this, PP.

OP, you’re in two groups about this and now here writing about it. Clearly you have high anxiety (that is not meant as an insult) and need help dealing with it. Generally, friends aren’t the best outlet for this type of stress and worry about a personal/medical problem. Occasional discussions, yes, but you seem to need much more than talking to good friends. Let a professional help you work out your stress. It may not relieve it completely- it probably won’t, but it is better than where you are now. Constant worry is not ever good for a person and with a physical problem even worse. I hope you get the help you need. It will not be from internet strangers. [/quote]
Thank you.
I'm very aware of social media  sites and "advice."  I  research for a living, so I would be the first one to cast that off as true info. 
So, I'm not looking for them for advice or a true outlet, but in two  days I have learned specifically what questions to  ask (imagine not even knowing that) and hearing from others on the same medications with the particular side effects has been helpful. 
Yes, I think I will consider therapy  just to give my family a break, if nothing else.  I am really scared and I do want to talk with someone.  [/quote]

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