I just need reassurance. I’m scared and just confused.

Hello to all,

I would first like to say a huge Thank You to all those who have helped on my previous posts. It really means a lot to me.

I know that I may have become annoying to some and I know that I have posted a couple of times on this extremely helpful forum but I am just calling for help again and hopefully the last time.

I know or think I am suffering from Health Anxiety and just severe anxiety for about 2 months now.

I have been having throat problems like feeling there is something in my throat, or feeling a sharp pain i my throat when swallowing. I can drink and eating food without any problems but these problems only happen when I swallow nothing or saliva. I’ve had a chest and neck X-ray done and the doctors found nothing. I’ve had a laryngoscope and there was no sign of anything.

I don’t know if it throat muscle tension or just constant swallowing. But I’m just tired of it.

I’ve also been having stomach issues, sometimes I feel like my stomach is warmer than usual despite not eating anything spicy. I’ve had no black or tarry stool or any blood in my stool. I haven’t thrown up blood or black vomit.

I at times have have some problems with my jaw, feels numb at spots and feels tight. My dentist even took an X-ray of my jaw and didn’t find any thing. Also had some ear pain only twice.

All the doctors I’ve been to and all the procedures I have done so far have look me and have came back saying there is nothing wrong with me. That I am a healthy 20 yr old guy. The doctors have said that everything is fine and my parents keep telling me that there is nothing wrong with me.

I’m trying to believe them and want to but I’m just having a lot of doubts. And here’s one of the reasons why I’m having doubts:

Every time I try to relax or try to distract my mind I can sometimes still feel these sensations in my throat. And sometimes when I feel or try to be completely relaxed and just lay down, I feel tense and just don’t feel right. Sometimes headaches and sometimes my whole body feel strange. And I just keep thinking and feeling like some is going to happen to my body or something is going to go wrong.

And then the sensations in my throat returns and stay and then that strange feeling goes away. That strange feeling only happens when I try to relax. feel like I stress or I feel anxious despite not even feeling stress or anxious.

I will admit I worry a lot. I constantly worried that maybe I have throat cancer or esophagus cancer or stomach. Or what if I have something wrong with my brain, what if it’s damage or there’s something wrong with my nerves system. I just keep thinking what if there is something wrong with me.

I’m just tired of feeling this was. I want my old life back and at this point I’d do anything to get it back.

And so now I’m turning to you all and I’m just begging for any help. I’m and truly for the long post but I just really can use any help for you guys. Thank you.

[arxye]

Hello, I have also anxiety and experience all of it I have a chest pain for like 3 days but now I woke up okay your doctor said you're okay so keep calm and enjoy life I am also 20 Years old if you ask. Anxiety is Shit but pls don't rely too much 🖤 everything will be okay...we all gonna be okay.

[Cicinoodle]

Illness Anxiety Disorder (Hypochondria,

Illness anxiety disorder is a chronic mental illness previously known as hypochondria. People with this disorder have a persistent fear that they have a serious or life-threatening illness despite few or no symptoms. Medications and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) can help.

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[MFM008 in reply to Cicinoodle]

Somatic disorder as well. Actual physical symptoms because of anxiety or depression......

[Cicinoodle in reply to MFM008]

You have been proven healthy, so try to relax. Think happy thoughts and

know we are here for you. hugs

[Blue_81]

This is a great community where you can let things come out. Don’t worry about writing many posts in a way it helps letting things out. For myself I have been experiencing abdominal pain, had many tests done and all come out good. There are no abnormalities that doctors can see. I worry because everyday I’m in pain, tried different diets, exercising, relaxing but nothing seems to work. In the short term I may feel some relief, however, it seems my brain learns and finds the way to become anxious again. Still searching, I do want to be normal again. I miss my old self. Ill keep on searching.

[Cicinoodle in reply to Blue_81]

You may be tensing your stomach too much. worry causes so many stomach issues and cramping. Deep Breathe through your nose whenever possible, hold for a count of 5 and let out slowly through your mouth.

Stretching helps too. Your old self is in there wanting to come out and party.

[Blue_81 in reply to Cicinoodle]

Thank 🙏 you for your advice. Ill start doing the deep breathing exercises.

[Hidden]

Hello to all who have helped me,

I would like to thank all of you for helping and sending your advice. I truly thank you for all the help. I hope and pray that you all are doing well. Thank you again.

[SirGrits in reply to Hidden]

Hey Bullet, I see that you've been seeing Dr's for your symptoms. Have you also seen or considered seeing a therapist for the anxiety? Whether you fit the definition of hypochondria or generalized anxiety or some mix of anxieties, having a Dr diagnose that aspect and administer treatment will only help I think. I encourage you to seek that out and if you're already seeing someone, be comfortable with the idea of seeking out a 2nd opinion. Medication from a pro and CBT taught by a pro sound like a good idea for you. If for no other reason then to give your nerves a break.Prayers bro.

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Hi, I’ve had a similar experience with a strange sensation in my throat. I went to the doctors first, they said I was fine. I’ve come to realise it comes and goes when I’m extremely anxious. I really hope you are feeling better now.