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Scared of HIV

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JustKasey
JustKasey

It all started with bad period pains. I never really get period cramps but this time it was quite bad. This started me on a spiral down the Dr.Google path that first convinced me its aging (I’m 26), hormonal changes, endometriosis, untreated chlamydia and now finally... HIV.

I booked for a cervical screening which is in 2 days.

But since frantically Googling, I’ve placed myself under so much stress and anxiety that I have made myself vomit!

I’ve started noticing other symptoms now and each time I google them they’ve convinced me it’s HIV.

- pale tongue (whitish in colour)

- mild abdominal pain

- cough

- haemorrhoid 

- irritated skin in the pubic region (looks like shave rash but I haven’t shaved in a while)

And I don’t know if it’s all the stress I’ve put myself under but now I have a slightly runny nose and scratchy throat.

I can’t deal with the stress! I put it out of my mind and then I start all over again.

Has anyone experience with sort of health anxiety, worked themselves up to become physically sick and turned out to be okay?

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  • Guest
    Guest JustKasey

    Posted

    I have Kasey. The cough, dry mouth, and white tounge were all anxiety symptoms for me at one point. I always felt like I had a lump in my throat. Stomache problems and stool issues are also common.  I was dealing with a different issue but same result. I’m really sorry you are going through this... as I know how painful anxiety can be.

    Is there a specific issue that you are concerned about? Bad period pains could be many, many things - I assume. 

  • david911
    david911 JustKasey

    Posted

    Sorry that you're dealing with all this. Definitely anxiety. But the first step to getting your life back is staying away from Google; it exaggerates things and creates anxiety in people. I hope you feel better.

  • ajy96
    ajy96 JustKasey

    Posted

    First of all, 

    GET OFF GOOGLE. 

    GOOGLE IS NOT A REAL DOCTOR. 

    Go see a real doctor. 

  • david_59051
    david_59051 JustKasey

    Posted

    I'm dealing with this right now

    • JustKasey
      JustKasey david_59051

      Posted

      Hi David. I'm sorry you are dealing with this. I know how overwhelming the thoughts and anxiety/stress can be. I got my results back 2 days ago and I am 100% fine. No HIV, no other STDs or STI. It was all just my anxiety that fueled this! Feel free to message me if you'd like to chat about it.

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