health anxiety

[Worryinglady]

so here I am again on a complete meltdown was told to come off my meds so I did now it’s been a spiral down ever since I’m constantly worrying about my health it’s a cycle ache/pain any symptoms I Google make a appointment at docs go think they’ve missed something then I come home freak out make another appointment and go round in circles I’ve referred myself for cbt and going to ask the docs for maybe a different pill I can’t carry on like this it’s ridiculous and dragging me down, so this episode my ear starts to hurt go docs slight infection gives me drops and a spray, 1 week later cheek and temple feels tight on one side same side as ear.. I start to google and brain tumour comes up now I’m convinced I’ve got one and can’t get it out of my head, convinced myself I’m losing balance etc as that’s one of symptoms any suggestions until therapy comes through and docs for tablets would be very grateful

[CLB1125]

hi. how long ago did you stop your meds? I hope your drs helped to stop your meds. that can be a hard thing to do depending on the type of meds. we are hear to help.

[Worryinglady in reply to CLB1125]

yes been off them about 6 months now the docs advised me how to come off them found it quite easy in the end but now I feel like I need them again as worrying so much

[CLB1125 in reply to Worryinglady]

with your ear pain it could be possible that the ear is still infected or it could have moved to the sinuses. The balance problem could be related to the ear. I would definitely try talking to your doctor again. Therapy is a good idea. They can help you with relaxation techniques. Others here have used breathing exercises and meditation. Possibly yoga? We are here for you.

[mommieb]

You are describing me exactly, except I have not come off my meds. I constantly worry about my health. Every little ache and pain and I go to Google then I think I have all these different conditions, call the doctor, etc. I totally understand what you are saying and I feel for you. There are days when I am ok, but the thoughts never stop, I just don't always act on them. I try to find something to distract myself.

[Blearyeyed]

It's awful when your anxiety grabs hold of all the things you mind imagines that could happen.You are trying very hard though and having an infection won't help you feel in control.

I think you should be really proud of yourself to take the step to try CBT. It's a very positive , proactive thing to do and can help you control your anxious thoughts overwhelming your active choices.

I would agree that if you feel that you still need some pharmaceutical help you should ask your GP if there are alternatives you can try , ask to try a low dose at first so you can see if it suits you , then slowly increase it with your GP to guide you if you need to.

This may also help you to get some cushioning when you begin trying your therapy.

I find it's better not to Google health conditions if you are likely to always worry about the rare and worst case scenario , anxiety will make you do that.

If you do feel that you must Google when you have symptoms, take a deep breath and think instead which of these more common symptoms or side effects are more likely to be happening.

Can this just be a sign that my body is healing or I might need some more water or something to eat, or a little cream or a stretch to help it?

If you had finished your ear spray for example , but had no other symptoms like those when you had the infection it could just be that your face got a bit dry and might need a cream to soothe it.

Or you could just still have a little infection left and might need the doctor to check it and give you a slightly longer treatment. Tell your GP about the change in balance.

Losing balance is a common side effect if your ear is still a bit inflamed or for a while while your ear finishes healing it can time to recover from simple things and it can cause funny symptoms, often a few paracetamol will help with that. Be patient with your body as it heals.

Take care , Bee

[Worryinglady]

now I think I have aneurysm it’s never ending in starting my medication this morning I’m really hoping it starts to help soon 😢