[bryony]

Unfortunately, doctor visits, like discussions with wives and family, etc., are one of those things we tend not to really take seriously when we embark on NBE. So much easier to pigeonhole that until it rears its head.

True enough!

A lot of it can depend on your, and your doctors', attitude. And your doctors' attitude will depend to a large degree on your attitude. When her cursory exam revealed to her that something was not quite normal in the chest department, my response was not only a lack of real concern on my behalf, but I also went into a "humorous mode". A lighthearted comment such as "yeah, if things get any bigger, I'll have to get my wife to take me bra shopping", or "the next time my wife needs a mammogram, we'll get one together", can be disarming, and put the doctors mind at ease. I basically gave her the impression that having breasts was not high on my list of medical concerns. You, Bryony, have another thing working in your favor like I do, that being our age, at which time these sorts of things are kind of to be expected. Unless you're a marathoner.

That's good advice, I was kind of thinking along those lines, but I also need to think of contingencies.

I, personally, prefer to be seen by a female. it just seems to be easier to discuss all sorts of things with her.

me too!

Bryony, FWIW, there are many reasons that people take herbs. If you look at the expounded benefits claimed for PM, you should be able to develope a "reason" that you took it, should your doctors' enquiry even get that far. I'm pretty sure you'll be OK. If you have any questions, while I'm no expert, feel free to ask. Patti

Well, that is the main reason I do take them, but of course that leads into the cause of the problems that it alleviates and that is GID.

I just feel a bit uneasy about it all. Thanks for your helpful suggestions Patti!

B.