Health Anxiety Terrible!
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Hi there, well where to start. Ive been a long time anxiety/depression sufferer, with OCD and health anx when things get really bad! Lately the household has a new puppy - i thought it would do me a lot of good. However with the added worry and responsibility, i feel that all my symptoms have really got worse! For example, the latest is the puppy accidentally bit my lip - nothing major at all - but of course my thoughts were - oh my god ive got rabies! Now of course my sensible side knows this isnt true, but jeez i cant get it out of my head! It then brings on serious hot flashes that seem to last a long time - and i just feel like its all going to end! Any advice would be appreciated?!?
thanks
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lesley06292
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It is very unpleasant but hang in there it will pass, I bet it always has before.
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CruiseLady
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I too was terrified of any medication for any medical problems.....but with regard to anxiety, my lovely doctor told me I needed help from them as otherwise I would not improve. I have been taking Fluoxetine for a very long time....probably now forever. It has helped with muscle tension and made me more relaxed. Maybe not a cure, but at least some relief from some of the symptoms. Hope this gives you a bit of encouragement. Good Luck!