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.
Geezer46 I have been trying to respond to you message, but fails each time. I need help, prayer, encouragement.... I finally got approval to have a knee replacement - they knew 20 years ago I'd need them both replaced. I'm so excited about the surgery, but I am terrified of the pre-op physical and bloodwork. My anxiety is ft the charts. I just had a hysterectomy in March, but the doctor was talking about all this bloodwork - I just had a full panel and I was good, but this physicians assistant wants to be thorough. What if she doesn't clear me! What if she finds a terrible disease. I have had to take nexium and they now say it causes kidney disease. My anxiety is so high right now that I am beginning to feel so depressed- that I just don't want to deal with this anymore. I have to wait 18 days before I can even see the doctor. How am I going to deal with that. I can hardly get through the night. It's my cry dear Lord to help me through this! How can I glorify you in all this? I dont know what else to do. All help is so welcome and appreciated!
Except the white blood cell count which was a tiny bit high. The doctor said it will elevate to that level (11.3 - normal is up to
10.9) if I am having a lot of anxiety, pain or when my psoriasis is flairing. Autoimmune diseases will raise it and I have 3. I have to repeat all the testing in the next few weeks. I made it and I found a really sweet and compassionate doctor who knows about anxiety and depression. Please keep sending those positive thoughts and I really thank you for your encouragement and friendship! Blessings always ~ Elizabeth