Health anxiety

[youngl98]

Have come down with my second sickness bug in a month. I have health anxiety so bad and it is especially bad when my kids are unwell (7 and 2).
They got it last time but I'm really struggling with staying away from them to try avoid it and being there for them when upset and need me.
Their dad is doing well but the 2 year old in particular just wants me so I've had to let her cuddle in a few times.
I can't bear it and the dread of them getting it is overwhelming.
I know there's no magic answer but I'm so upset and don't know what to do.
Can't believe I have another one again so quickly I'm not prone to them just bad luck I guess.

Ah OP I do hope you feel better soon. Are you sure it's a bug and not something you ate? I also suffer terribly from anxiety and I always try to think for example "ok, if they get it then by the middle of next week it will all be gone and we will all be fine".

You take care and look after yourself

Thanks that's a good way to look on it. My older daughter has been complaining she feels sick tonight so think it's about to hit her too.
It's just very hard to be rational when you are in the situation and your mind can't see past the panic.