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anotherday4 · 20/10/2019 11:14

Hi all, sorry for the negative post but I just need some advice 😔 I'm really struggling with my anxiety lately.... a lot has happened in the last year that has probably one of the main reasons why I'm in such a state but I can't help but worry I have cancer :( I have even typing the word it makes me feel horrible. My nan has just been told there's nothing they can do for her and basically now is a waiting game ( they haven't given us a time) she's healthy and ok so far and we're all supportive as a family unit. But I've over the months convinced myself I to am ill. I have a few symptoms and I'm a state I can't stop thinking about it I wake up in the night googling things.
I have young babies and I'm worried constantly about everything and I can't cope. I her blood test results back tomorrow as I've been to see a doctor about some of the things I'm feeling but I can't seem to open up to them about how I'm feeling. Typing it feels like a weight lifted but speaking to a doctor makes me feel stupid 😔 any advice or just a hand hold would be amazing x. Thankyou

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anotherday4 · 20/10/2019 11:15

I have** not her sorry for the spelling

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vikingwoman · 20/10/2019 20:39

Health anxiety is becoming more and more common, especially if you have young children or know someone who is ill. Just wanted to say you are def not alone and I think you'll be reassured with the results of your bloodwork.

anotherday4 · 20/10/2019 21:51

Thankyou @vikingwoman for your reply, I'm a mess inside but I hide it well! No one knows I'm an anxious mess x I've worried more since my first child was born and it's got worse since my nan was poorly x

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anotherday4 · 21/10/2019 09:49

Anyone?

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vikingwoman · 21/10/2019 13:09

I'm so sorry.. I know how awful it is. Can you be honest with your doctor about the effect on your mental health? You should be able to get some advice re: relaxation techniques, therapy, or anti-anxiety.
medication.
Have you received the results of your blood test yet? X

WalnutBerry · 21/10/2019 22:23

It's okay OP, you are not silly for feeling this way. When other people are ill you have to be strong but it is hard.

I broke down to my doctor when DB was dx with schizophrenia. I just had to say outright I'm convinced I'm going to get it. I just needed some reassurance. His words 'it's not inevitable' were enough, that was fifteen years ago.

anotherday4 · 22/10/2019 08:15

Thankyou for your replies, yes I got my blood results back, they where perfect. (Her words) and I reassured me I also have a head examination and cervical one next week so I'm happy about that !

And it's awful isn't it @WalnutBerry how 'real' it feels and the what if x I hope your brother is ok too x
I really hope my anxiety calms down soon

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