I've somehow managed to convince myself that I have a brain tumor.
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I've always had anxiety around my health but lately it's gotten worse with every little ache and pain. Lately I've been feeling pressure/fullness in my ears, sharp pain in the back of my head, and smelling strange things. Of course I took to google and tried to self diagnose and am now convinced I have a brain tumor. I know it's most likely my anxiety but I'm freaking out so bad. I haven't been to the doctor bc I don't have insurance so I'm not sure how to calm my nerves. Help please.
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melissa06161
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I've also developed a bit of a stutter.
anonymousee melissa06161
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Hello. I was in the same boat and I still kinda am. I'm sure you're tired of hearing this but you really have to stop googling. if you can't stop, switch websites. I used to use webmd and they told me I'm dying so many times..now I get on here or other anxiety sites and people have all my symptoms. I had the head pressure and ear pressure and I kept telling myself everyday I had a brain tumor and then I slowly developed every single symptom except seizures..once I stopped thinking about it, the symptoms were gone. if you're that scared you might need to just go to the doctor just to get the okay but I'm sure you're fine. praying helps me a lot and I'll be praying for you ?? I hope you recover soon
sheena0901 melissa06161
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brandon98768 melissa06161
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MarvinMartian melissa06161
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borderriever melissa06161
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The problem is if you have brainwashed yourself with Google, you will worry more and more on what you have seen on the web. A GP is the only way you will get some relief from your fears.
Look at it the way I do, I do not know how old you are, I also need to know if you have been diagnosed earlier with Anxiety.
However initially I would suggest an NSIDs medication to get rid of your headache, take a course of a Brufen type medication from the chemist, they will advise on the best one for you. After about a week if the headache is still there it may be Stress, talk to your family Doctor.
If you could be seen by a health professional I would suggest you talk to them and they will check you out.
BOB