Fear of cancer :(

[fedup23]

Hi,

I have this so called fear of cancer which is killing me from inside Everyday I feel i have some sort of cancer or other I got my checkups and tests but i just cnt get over it.seeking for help

[gillyf]

Have you been to your GP? He /she should be able to put you in touch with a CBT therapist. Good luck.

[fedup23 in reply to gillyf]

Ya even I am thinig of going to CBT therapist now.Hope it will help

[Natsteveo in reply to fedup23]

Cbt therapy does work it trains your brain how to think I found it very helpful good luck

[hamble99b]

hi fedup23,

have you discussed these fears with your doctor? I know you've had tests done that should put your mind at rest, but maybe some counselling might help.

regards,

hamble.

[fedup23 in reply to hamble99b]

Ya I have They do reassure but still i cant get my mind at peace

[fedup23 in reply to hamble99b]

I am trying for self healing if it doesnt work then i will go for counselling

[tabasco8]

Hi there, don't normally post but I read this and had to write. I have been unwell since 2007. I nave fibromyalgia /CFS. When it started there were normal stresses in my life, work kids, trying to do all and very rarely was ill. I went through horrendous time with anxiety. All sorts pain nausea , just struggling every day. I was convinced it was cancer and went to doctors continuously. Bloods done, they were up my nose and down my throat cause the lump I felt in my throat all the time was awful. I even would sit and go over my death and funeral in my mind and cry for my kids and on and on. Horrendous.... Anyway they never found anything. Present day, I haven't had cancer but I live with depression. And now I know that the mind can cause these pains and strange feelings you have. I think with me it was combo of bringing up kids in this world, constantly from TV etc hearing about death fighting wars and there's only so much worry your mind can take. My doctors were awful back then( still are) so try get one that will listen to your concerns . I hope you go back and tell your doctor how much your worrying bout it. Talk to friends, family of your thoughts.xx

[fedup23]

My doctor was also awful he didnt listen to me I m still young 23 year old Its just that I love my self alot and dont wana die soon I Have become so dull and stressfull I dont enjoy my life like I used to Few months back No matter how many doctors I change I m never satisfied.

[tabasco8]

It's difficult for people these days, such high expectations we put for ourselves fedup23. Happiness doesn't just happen, it's got to be worked at and I only realise this now I'm nearly hitting 50. I know it's difficult worrying bout death etc because were bombarded by it everywhere we look. I think you should look for some kind of councelling to help you through this and manage it, because if you don't it can take over your mind. Search online for young persons councelling, I know there's a few and call them. Try to stucture your days with things you enjoy and that make you happy. If you find yourself starting to think negative thoughts, read a book, go out , do something that will stop yourself sitting worrying. If you have nice friends, be with them. Just like training your body to be healthy , you have to train your mind to be healthy. Everyone has their demons but you got to fight them xx

[tabasco8]

getconnected.org. Youngminds. Www. Rethink .org...have a look at these xx

[fedup23 in reply to tabasco8]

thanks

[curiousmom]

I also have the same fear as you. The fear of having cancer has consumed my whole life. My mom had breast cancer at the age of 32 so therefore It's like I'm constantly everyday waiting on my turn. Everyday I feel like I have some kind of cancer or deadly disease. I'm so freaking tired of this! I don't understand why this is happening. I have been to the hospitals and doctors so much; I've had every test ran that you could possibly think of. Now, I'm tired!!! I wished I would have used that little bit of energy on something positive in my life. You are most definately not alone! I don't know how or why this is happening to us. I do know that we can overcome this and its got to be some kind of chemical inbalance in our brain. I know that we can gain back control of our lifes; we got to have some kind of help and support system. I do know that we all have each other on this site so thats a start. I wish you the best on your way to recovery and healing!!!!

[olive77]

Unfortunately its all part of the anxiety. Be healthy and you will start to think healthy. Rapid eye movement helps too. Consult your doctor to find a psych that does it. I had a mean doctor, i dumped her ass and now have an awesome one who runs any test i want and is undoutably understanding. So is my family.

[fedup23]

sure

[fedup23]

I do feel feverish aswell but no temperature

[cat3]

There are thousands of recognised phobias and fear of cancer is one of them.

I stressed about it all my life until I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Yes I almost fainted when given the news, but it was removed and I received radiotherapy and given the 'all clear' and it's now 5 years on. I suppose I'm saying that even our worst fears are manageable when faced 'head-on' so the phobia is actually worse than the reality.

A combination of medication and counselling might be worth considering.

All best wishes for an end to (what I know to be) a crippling anxiety. xx