Well, I have some bad allergies and Asthma and have to visit my doctor on a very regular basis. I have found that the more you visit them, the easier it is. Do I like going? No. But I don't hate it either. My Dr. knows that when the weather starts to change, I will probably be in there. And then there is the yearly female visit - my least favorite of all! But there is also a history of cancer in my family - so I go.

So PJ's Mom - the doctor can become your friend and confidant. Let the doctor know that you are not comfortable and I bet they will take more time with you to get you to relax. With your history (we share some of the same type btw) you really should go. And just think - then your mom would have to find something else to complain to you about....

just my two cents.....