Hi

I am diagnosed with severe mental illness, but I hope to get better by dealing with my quirks and anxiety on forums like this.

Ever since childhood I've had fears of doctors tests. I couldnt let the doctor check for throat infections without gaging. Up until recently I would gag from pills.

Im very afraid of all sorts of medical procedures I guess. I did have a colonscopy which didnt freak me out alot. But now they want to make a test where I might pass out. I never had syncope, but it scares the hell out of me.

Is this fear rational and should I tell them not to provoke a syncope?

And also on another note, does anyone know why I seem so sensitive to stuff like swallowing pills or blood pressure readings? Im making great progress, but I would like to know why.