Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi, this is my first post.
How does anyone approach their GP about how to get diagnosed? I am only wondering because a few years ago while I was expecting a baby my midwife at the time reported me to social services for signs of me being autistic. At the time, I was frustrated and then as years went by I thought more about what the midwife said and thought she may be right. I did a few tests and they say I am very likely to be autistic. I would like to know for my own sake and peace of mind.
I just don't know how to approach the GP about it. Where I come from I don't see a regular GP/family GP who knows my medical history. I get really anxious to speak to someone and get really muddled. I want to find the right words when I finally pluck up the courage to speak to my GP just don't know what to say or how. Has anyone had experience of this?
Thanks
Hi,
I was diagnosed recently in my late forties. I had finally plucked up the courage to seek diagnosis (confirmation) of my ASD and went online to book an appointment with my GP when I happened across a self-referral option to a local Adult Autism Team.
It took about 18 months all told but I finally found out more about who I am in that time than the many years before.
Have a search under your local health authority for self-referral or book an appointment with your GP and take notes with you to back up why you want a referral.