What kind of doctor do I see for this?
I have a lot of anxiety issues mainly when it comes to social situations. I have never seen a doctor about this, but would like some meds to calm me down because it gets worse as I get older. I think this relates to my spastic colon, my stomach always goes crazy when I’m in social situations. What kind of doctor do I see for this? Can my GP prescribe medication for this or do I have to see a shrink? Thanks!!
Your GP might recommend some medication for you but if you have a spastic colon then you would be seeing a gastroenterologist. He might give you something to relieve the spastic colon which would in turn cause you less stress. If not, they might just recommend a therapist for your anxiety issues. Start with your GP and go from there.
your GP will most likely refer you to a behavioral health professional.
You can go to your family doctor for meds, but you’re better off going to a Psychologist, too – Social anxiety is better treated with therapy than medication alone.
you may have IBS, go see a normal GP, he can give you a jab or meds
Yes, a GP can prescribe medication for anxiety.