Hey, I couldn't just read and run. 
 

I know exactly what you mean, I have severe health anxiety over cancer and it's all consuming. Every lump, sore throat or mouth ulcer I go into full panic mode and Google everything. Then the guilt sets in as my auntie died from breast cancer which spread everywhere two weeks ago :( 
 

Maybe a talk with your doc may help here? That's what I'm doing to try and curb this horrible anxiety. 
 

I really hope you're okay and that your anxiety settles soon. 

Hi, you cannot help feeling anxious and it is just the way you were made.  If the worry feels overwhelming you should discuss with your doctor.  I have quite significant mental health problems and I was prescribed Pregablin for anxiety.  It is very effective.  Some people are offered Sertraline.  I guess I am a bit like you.  I am certainly very health aware and this stemmed from my working role.  So really distraction when you can manage it - phoning someone to have a chat, losing yourself in a tv programme or flicking through a magazine.

Hi, 

sorry for the incredibly late reply. I'm sorry for your loss. My condolences go to you and your family. When you described about going to google, I do the same. I also have health anxiety and am now receiving counselling to stop the thoughts about cancer. 

I hope you are well.

Hi, 

Im sorry about the late reply to this post too. The worries did feel overwhelming and I am at this point receiving counselling in order to stop the extreme anxiety about my health. I hope you are also doing well and are feeling better. I'm also doing the distractions you mentioned such as watching the tv and talking to friends.

I hope you are well.

I have severe health anxiety after surviving a serious illness. Yiu can refer yourself to Health in Mind for CBT.

Best wishes 

J

I've said sorry to everyone on this for the late replies. I've been incredibly busy. I hope that you're doing well and hope that you're healthy. I have had CBT therapy.