Hypochondria Support Group
Hypochondria refers to excessive worry about having a serious illness. Hypochondria is often characterized by fears that minor bodily symptoms may indicate a serious illness, constant self-examination and self-diagnosis, and a preoccupation with one's body. Many individuals with hypochondriasis express doubt and disbelief in the doctors' diagnosis.
So, I'm sitting here crying and freaking out. I'm suppose to be doing homework but I can't concentrate. My hypochondria has been so bad lately. I want to go to the doctor to get a couple things checked out but I'm already drowning in medical bills =(.
I've had some throat pain several times in the past few months. It's not constant, mostly just sporadic and short lived. It's not a sore-throat, it's like my trachea is physically hurting. I've had a productive (wet) cough this past week and I've experienced wheezing when I breathe out of my throat. The wheezing is minimal but I get it often. I can't figure out what it is.
First I started thinking my symptoms were cystic fibrosis because of the nature of the cough and because I have stomach issues (which can also be a symptom of CF). Now I think what I actually have is a cancer of the trachea or larynx or throat. Some sort of tumor developing.
I feel like I can't get a grip lately and I'm sick of all of these mystery symptoms that are making me worry. I just want them to go away once and for all. I consult "Dr. Google" and of course all of the search results point to the absolute worst things. Why can't my body just be symptom-less and healthy feeling for more than one or two weeks? Why must some nagging, worrisome symptom always pop-up?!
I've had some throat pain several times in the past few months. It's not constant, mostly just sporadic and short lived. It's not a sore-throat, it's like my trachea is physically hurting. I've had a productive (wet) cough this past week and I've experienced wheezing when I breathe out of my throat. The wheezing is minimal but I get it often. I can't figure out what it is.
First I started thinking my symptoms were cystic fibrosis because of the nature of the cough and because I have stomach issues (which can also be a symptom of CF). Now I think what I actually have is a cancer of the trachea or larynx or throat. Some sort of tumor developing.
I feel like I can't get a grip lately and I'm sick of all of these mystery symptoms that are making me worry. I just want them to go away once and for all. I consult "Dr. Google" and of course all of the search results point to the absolute worst things. Why can't my body just be symptom-less and healthy feeling for more than one or two weeks? Why must some nagging, worrisome symptom always pop-up?!
As far as your symptoms, throat tightness, wheezing, pain....that can all be from the stress of worrying.
But like everyone else says....get away from the internet. Once I stopped looking up my symptoms I got much better!
It's probly nothing to worry about ^_^ but if you get really scared in a couple weeks and notice things are getting worse and not better, then see a doctor.
I hope this was helpful!
"Why can't my body just be symptom-less and healthy feeling for more than one or two weeks?"
...your body's health includes 3 parts. Physical, Social and Mental. Your are mentally unhealthy...you have an anxiety disorder. Want to feel better physically?? Treat your mental health problem. Counseling has helped me tons.
Best of luck!!