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Posted 2/9/2017 11:17 AM (GMT 0)
In September I had a bad stomach virus, followed by a sinus and ear infection. Ever since then my stomach has not been right and I have thought I had everything. Lymphoma as a gland was up, throat cancer as my throat was sore from acid reflux, bowl cancer, bone disorder, ms as my legs feel weak and seize up. I have had lots of tests but all come back ok and now I convinced myself I have worms or something sapping all my energy.
Developed geographic cracked tongue, I have still a funny stomach, developed tmj, muscle aches, tension and feeling like I am run down. Dr says maybe it could be post viral fatigue and I think I am ill so I feel lots of aches and pains which I wasn't sensitive to before. She said I need to relax and try to get out of the flight or fight response but I am still unsure of all this.
Can healthy anxiety really cause so many symptoms like this?
Posted 2/9/2017 11:26 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Welcome to the forum.

Anxiety can cause all sorts of symptoms both physical and mental so you need to do all you can to reduce your anxiety and hopefully you will see an improvement in your symptoms. We have some really good links in our resources section so take a look.

It sounds to me like you are having health anxiety and the main thing to remember with that is to not google your symptoms. It's good that you have been to your doctor and they have give you the all clear now you need to focus on your anxiety management.

Keep us posted

Hibee
Posted 2/9/2017 6:22 PM (GMT 0)
Hello!

Just wanted to add my welcome, second Hibee's advice...and say a resounding YES to your question. Anxiety can be the cause of profound symptoms...which are the trigger for more anxiety and health worries!

I do encourage you to get started on an anxiety management plan whether it be self help, therapy, medication...or a combination of these options.

There is help and hope! Post with us anytime, support is key!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 2/9/2017 10:18 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for the replies. I've always been anxious but this has really taken over my life. I just can't stop thinking about my health and end up thinking every ache or pain is something serious. I'm just trying not to worry about anything now and just get on with things. I almost wish it was something with a medical fix as it might be quicker to fix. I'll have a look at the support pages and see what I can do to self help.
Posted 2/11/2017 9:59 PM (GMT 0)
We're not supposed to google our illnesses? How will I know what I have? J/K, I have had a terrible time with Doctor Google, he knows everything, yet nothing at all. Anxiety sucks.
Posted 2/11/2017 10:17 PM (GMT 0)
AD,

ROTFL! So true... 'He knows everything, yet nothing'...well put..

...Dr. Google...the only dr. with a MD in BS. ;)

S.C.
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