Struggling with health anxiety

I am new here. I recently developed a new health issue on top of my other ones, namely chronic back pain, arthritis, and GAD. This new issue (my large intestine has decided it doesn't want to work efficiently, I guess) has caused my anxiety to skyrocket as I have no idea when or how this is going to resolve. I have received medical care but the dr. isn't sure what is going on either. I was doing so well with managing and coping with life, including all this pandemic stuff, but this latest thing has brought me to my knees in fear. I am trying to trust that God is with me and will take care of me, but the anxiety is so strong that it is hard to focus on anything else. Any words of wisdom, insight, and support would be appreciated....it's been a rough few weeks. Thank you.

[kenster1]

hi welcome aboard we have a forum called pain concern as well and that could be of added support to you sure we have an arthritis one as well.

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Thank you for the welcome and letting me know about the other forums....i didn't know about them.

[Penguins_Rock]

I can relate ... health anxiety is an issue for me too. I pray and try to take things one day at a time. Sometimes works better for me than other times. Good wishes and support to you on your journey.

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Thank you for your reply....this is a huge struggle for me right now.

[FearIsALiar]

Hey welcome to the group!

I struggle with health anxiety as well. It is not fun but we can get through it! Youre definitely not alone. Sending much love ❤️

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Everyone keeps telling me everything will be okay but my brain says otherwise. Thank you for the support.

[GymNeed]

I too am trying to Find me that mustard seed of faith...That God is with me and will protect me and take care. For me it’s easy to look back on my Lowe’s that I know that God has brought me through but it’s hard to Look forward in seeihim ahead of me Clearing my path. But I’m truly truly thankful that you and I are still above ground. We both know we’re born to die so things are going to happen to our bodies Regardless. We have to keep exercising and eating healthier and talking and being on this website helps relieve some of the stress of daily life. So trust that God does have you as well me.

[Hidden in reply to GymNeed]

I am trying very hard to put faith over fear and trust God to take care of me like he always has in the past. You have a good perspective and I needed to hear it. Thank you.

[Kamp2020]

I totally understand what your going through. I too have a new health issue and it has me in such a state of anxiety. It is good your reaching out to all of us. My psychiatrist told me to focus on the spirit of Xmas. Start playing Xmas music and do some crafts for giving out to friends and family. I do lot's of coloring and dot art which helps me stop ruminating on my health. Keep your chin up friend and know I'm here for you.

[Hidden]

Thank you for kind message....it really helps to know that others understand and care.

[Snowdrops_17]

There is also a IBS GROUP on here as well beachcat🙏 have you had this intestinal problem checked out by a doctor?healthunlocked.com/theibsne...

[Hidden in reply to Snowdrops_17]

Yes...am receiving medical care and treatment....i am starting to feel a little better and I pray it continues. Thank you for telling me about the IBS group....there is so much available on this site.

[Snowdrops_17 in reply to Hidden]

Got a lady called crazyfitness on there, as she had a lot of problems with her ibs until she sorted her diet out properly! Recommed you have a look on there 😊👍🙋