My doctor always heaves a sigh when I walk in, and says “Well, what is it this time? Another drama? At death’s door again, are we?’’ I feel she doesn’t take me seriously. What can I do?

Well, for a start you could change your doc. However, I do feel you should consider whether you are someone who interprets every minor symptom as an indication that something awful is about to happen to you. If so, a few sessions with a common sense counsellor would probably help you to see everything in a less dramatic light.