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Emetophobia hell

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daphnedoo12 · 11/04/2022 20:55

Hi,

I had Emetophobia as a child, and now as a mum of two (2 and 7 months) as soon as my toddler started throwing up last month, it's back and it's worse than ever

To the point where I've hardly eaten, lost over a stone and have limited myself to dry toast and sips of water because I'm so paranoid.

I'm aware this isn't normal so to get to this point I know I need help. I've got a doctors appointment tomorrow.

Never, ever did I think something like this could actually become such a big fear for me. I'm around sick often in my job, but this is completely irrational. If one of my kids become pale I literally shake.

It's stemmed from two months of constant sickness, various bugs and the whole house being sick. We've had colds, chest and ear infections, tonsilitis and chickenpox plus lots of d&v bugs all since February.

I genuinely can't believe I've got to this point but I'm actually fearful of being alone with the kids incase they're sick. (I am fine with them, I just worry constantly)

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Hugasauras · 11/04/2022 21:05

I'm sorry, OP, it sounds totally debilitating. Definitely speak to GP and don't downplay how it is affecting your life and your physical health Thanks

bloodywhitecat · 11/04/2022 21:11

Been there, done that, it's hell isn't it? I locked myself in my bedroom over Christmas one year because of the levels of norovirus. I sought help and had CBT, it was second time around for me but it really did help. I couldn't say I am a fan of being sick but I no longer do all the avoidant things I did, I can eat out and I don't panic at the mere mention of vomit. I can now deal with sickness without starving myself.

Good luck OP, I hope your GP can help.

pupcakes · 13/04/2022 21:00

I'm sorry you're struggling, I have severe Emet and it's ruined my life for years, but I am finally doing so much better after a lot of exposure therapy and CBT. Good luck with the docs.

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