Worrying about my health

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I'm depressed and on ADS and have been doing OK but suddenly I'm gripped by the worry and dread that I'm ill/dying.

I been feeling a bit rubbish for a long time but attributed it to the depression but now I'm almost convinced I have cervical cancer.

I've avoided smears since having DD as I've had a bit of intermittent bleeding due to contraception (I'd assumed) and just being busy.

I have a smear booked for a few weeks time and I'm pretty scared. I always thought I'd die mid 30s too, so now I'm that age I'm all over the place. How do I calm down and think more logically?

CBT can help and you may be able to self refer. The smear should reassure you. Which contraception are you on? I have the implant and bleed between periods, in fact went to docs about this recently.

Btw there's also loads of stuff online that you can use to change your thinking. Google nhs cbt health anxiety.

Thanks Not. I'm on cerazette. Have to be on mini pill because of migraines. Will be so relieved if smear comes back OK. CBT might be a good idea.