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Posted 8/26/2015 4:48 AM (GMT 0)
Hi there,

I'm currently struggling with what I can only describe as a waking nightmare. I can't even type much here as it is so hard for me. I am currently in therapy for my issues but mostly the hypochondria is destroying me.

It feels like it is never going to end. I was feeling a bit better on my second therapy session and then I got a cough that lasted for weeks, still going I can't help thinking I'm dying.

Sorry, so sorry I just don't know what else to do.

I'm not taking any meds, I don't want to unless it gets so bad I can't get out of bed in the morning which is a possibility with the state I'm in right now.
Posted 8/26/2015 8:08 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

First of all welcome to the forum you will get good support here.

Sorry to hear you are dealing with health anxiety I know how tuff it is to deal with as I also have bad health anxiety.

I am pleased you are in therapy as imo that is the best way to beat your anxiety and your therapist should teach you ways of dealing with your anxiety so do keep going with that. It can take a bit of time to feel better but it is worth the hard work.

With regards to medication it really is a personal choice but I have found medication to be an essential part of my recover and helps me keep my symptoms in check.

Mindfulness Meditation is something worth looking into you will find loads of videos on youtube and we have some links in our resources thread which you will find on the main page first post so take a look.

Keep us posted.

Hibee
Posted 8/27/2015 12:40 AM (GMT 0)
I don't know wat to call what I have I know everytime I drive it feels like I'm about to faint and have heart attack at same time just got out of er 3 days ago they say I'm healthy as an ox. I just can't explain Wats going on with me I just know a lot of what I've seen on here seems to be spot on advice anyone please
Posted 8/27/2015 1:21 AM (GMT 0)
Aww so sorry you're going through this! I'm a BIG hypochondriac too so I can relate. I've actually diagnosed myself with 4 different diseases in one day once....I consider that my personal best😜. Keep up with the therapy and keep posting, were are supportive bunch!
Posted 8/27/2015 1:35 AM (GMT 0)
I'm a total mess, I swing between being sort of ok and then full on I'm dying, I'm dying...

My anxiety attaches itself to a symptom and then runs with it for days. I then have a different symptom and then it runs with that.

I NEED to break out of the cycle.
Posted 8/27/2015 8:37 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

I know things are tough at the moment but you can get through this and we are here to help support you.

Health Anxiety is a tough one to get on top of and actually gets grouped under the OCD umbrella because you become compulsive in checking your body for symptoms.

I am just begging to get on top of my health anxiety but it has been very hard going and taken a lot of work through therapy. Are you taking any medication? I find a combination of medication and therapy is the best way to help you reach recovery.


Hibee
Posted 8/27/2015 3:11 PM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome!

I am sorry you are currently going through such a rough time with the worries you describe in your post. Please know that this is a common theme here...and you are not alone!

Therapy is not a quick treatment, so try your best to be patient with yourself and the process. I am sure that you will find it worth the effort and time it takes for recovery!

For now, here are some links that I pulled from our Resources for you. They can enhance what you are learning in therapy. I found a combination of self help and therapy to be a great one for me.:)


 

Health Anxiety - A Self Help Guide:

http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypochondria/pages/introduction.aspx

Helping health Anxiety

http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_id=53

Health Anxiety- The Super Scanner

http://www.get.gg/docs/SuperScanner.pdf


See our entire list of coping skills and great material at the top of the main forum page, for more recovery suggestions.

Keep posting with us as well if you find it helpful. We care, understand, and support is key!

Scaredy Cat

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