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.
I’m 17 years old and recently I have become terrified of getting sick. I had myself convinced I had AIDS and that I was pregnant along with a lot more stuff it’s like when I randomly think of something I suddenly have all the symptoms. Right now is the worst. I have a pain in my leg which I’m sure is a non curable disease and it feels like it’s going all over my body. The smallest ache or sniffle makes me freak out and right now I actually would rather kill myself than live through this torture. I can’t eat and I keep sleeping. I could sleep for hours because of the stress my body is under, I keep crying because I’m so scared.
For me, the best thing is to go see the doctor.
Pregnancy tests at the dollar store are great too. I'm a scientist, I approve of them to get peace of mind. As far as HIV, that's pretty unlikely unless you've been sharing needles and having unprotected sex with someone who has it. Have you? You can also be tested for that quickly.
Also, understand that you are being paranoid (like the rest of us). Rationally thinking-- you're just too paranoid about your health, which means you are 99% of the time exaggerating your symptoms and over thinking. Our body is an amazing thing. Pains and discomforts that seem SO REAL can be imaginary. I had gone on so many clinic trips before finding out I've created my own dizziness the whole time. So you will be fine, talk to us if you need some help again. :)