Feeling mentally low for weeks after being physically unwell

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Struggling with mental health after physical illness. I've been unwell for a few weeks and whenever this happens, I start to feel mentally unwell for a few weeks after. I feel like I'm in the midst of this again. It is a pattern, but I feel powerless to stop it. Does anyone else have this?

Not exactly the same, but I feel extremely mentally unwell when I am physically unwell. I have some underlying health issues and think I panic when unwell in case I don't get better again.
Last time after having horrific intrusive thoughts I actually booked an emergency gp appointment- they actually stared blankly and said I'm not sure what you want me to do!
Then a few days later when my physical health improves i snap out of it and it's like it was a dream.
How does your poor mental health present? Do you feel low? I would describe mine as despairing

Yes, it’s common, physical illness can affect your mental health.
Low mood and anxiety often follow, you’re not alone.
Rest, routine, and speak to a GP if it continues.

Yes I am affected like this as well - recognising it has meant I am able to cope with it a bit better and I have also told a few people what happens so they are aware it should be a temporary state but is usual for me.