Injectable Meds?

[TH Anonymous]

[SIZE="a"]So about five years ago I was on an injectable med. My doctor, after speaking to her this past weekend and earlier this week, feels I need to go back on an injection which I really do not want to do unless absolutely necessary. She feels that my symptoms will be more controlled with something more stable in my system rather than the pills. I'm not only worried about the cost but also of the effects it can have on me. Last time I first started an injection, I was extremely tired and had absolutely no motivation. Seeing as I'm going back to college here in another week, I really do not want to have those side effects. I also do not want to have to take a pill for tremors which I had to do with my injection.

I do not want to take the injection!!!!!! [/size]

The good thing about healthcare is, ultimately, you have all the choice. Your doctor cannot force you to take the injection. If you don't want to take the injection, don't take it. Try and explore other options with your doctor. There is probably one out there that can help your symptoms while also having less side effects. I would explain it like you have here to her and hopefully she can work with you to find something else.

You don't have to do it if you don't want. Talk to your doctor about your concerns and see if you all can come up with a resolution. There are going to be pros and cons to everything you do. You have to decide what you think is best.