4 months post partum worries health

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4 months postpartum and I seem to be worrying all the time with health. I am dizzy at times, headaches, bruises on my legs but the bruises don't hurt, spot on my stretch marks and im worrying, pain under armpit left side, back aches all over, tummy troubles, had my bloods done the other day and waiting on results, I have experienced blood on stools, breathless ness and I can't stop worrying about being there for my baby, any reassurance is so appreciated thank you

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Hi, I didn't want to read a run! Sending lots of hugs your way!

Did you suffer with health anxiety prior to your LO being born? My DS was born 4 months ago too and I have terrible health anxiety for us both. I worry about his development and health constantly as well as my own.

I think all the things you're describing can be easily explained and it's very natural to worry, however, I'm no medical expert and you can't put a price on reassurance and getting things ruled out from a Dr so get worrying symptoms looked into.

I think internal and external hemeroids are quite common, especially after giving birth so that could explain the blood in stools. Backache is very normal given that you're lifting a baby all day and night. Are you managing to drink enough water during the day and get enough sleep? Headaches and dizziness could be helped by staying hydrated.

As I said, I am absolutely, in no way medically trained and anything you're concerned about should be investigated but just know you're not alone! I and many others feel the same way you do! I always worry there's something sinister going on with me and I can't bear the thought of leaving my children!

I hope you feel better soon

Hello,

I wanted to jump on this and see how you are doing? Did your results come back okay? I'm currently 9 months post partum and I am so paranoid about my health as well. However, I have seeked counselling and found so much help with this.

Try and take some comfort that these feelings are quite common. I hope you're okay. I am experience the same pain in my armpits etc, so I am sure it is something post partum.

I hope you're okay and I would love to hear an update