Health Anxiety 101

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It is difficult to perceive when you are in the middle of an episode of health anxiety that the disorder is a self-perpetuating cycle. But all anxiety disorders and OCD, including Health Anxiety are fed, maintained and reinforced by a self-perpetuating cycle. Your own behaviors or responses to your anxiety itself keeps the cycle going.
There are primarily 5 steps to the Health Anxiety Cycle:
Step 1: The cycle begins with noticing an unpleasant bodily sensation like a sore throat, palpitation or perhaps seeing a mole.
Step 2: Your brain interprets this sensation or visual as alarming and dangerous.
Step 3: Your anxiety and worry builds, and you become more hyper-vigilant and focus more on your sensations and how you are feeling.
Step 4: You try to calm yourself and attempt to bring your anxiety down. You begin to do certain behaviors like seek reassurance, check on your body status, avoid certain activities, or google information.
Step 5: Your behaviors from Step 4 have managed to bring your anxiety down a little. However, it is a trap. Now your brain believes the only reason you have survived is because you did those particular behaviors. Those behaviors have inadvertently reinforced the health anxiety cycle. And, you will most likely have similar urges to do those behaviors the next time that you find yourself feeling concerned about your health.
The good news is that there are several effective ways to BREAK the Health Anxiety Cycle.
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[@shawnr741]

Googling symptoms was the absolute worst thing I’ve ever started doing. I pretty much have a handle on it now but it has caused me so much anxiety. There is nothing good to come from googling symptoms

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I agree. Glad you have that under control. 😊

[@breadbeads]

health anxiety has been such a huge struggle for me for the past couple of years. i know that my worrying only makes it worse, but i can’t get the idea that “something is wrong” out of my head. learning to accept these worries and to not seek reassurance has been extremely challenging. i’m exhausted by my thoughts 😓

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, you describe health anxiety well. You will get the message that something is wrong. But, you will have to accept that that message is trying to grab your attention and wants you to do something. And yet, if you do ….do something…you are feeding the cycle. Response prevention means Not responding and not seeking reassurance. Yes, it can be so exhausting.

[@breadbeads]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy thank you for your reply! it means more than you know 💕

[@Car_nationpink]

Thank you Dr. Paige, I love how calm and clear you explain things. You may not know but you did great help in me understanding my health anxiety. More Power to you ❤

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Glad I was helpful 😊

[@Mariamaija]

I am watching this video for "stress management" 😁Feeling unnerving body sensations close to 24/7 is an excellent opportunity to become mindfull - but oh my God, the journey feels exhausting and lonely. Thank you for your wise words about acceptance and uncertainty, though

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so sorry you are struggling. Health anxiety can be relentless. If you need help, I have resources for health anxiety at paigepradko.com

[@kenishalajanaee]

Since I’ve had my twin daughters Jan. 2022 I’ve started with this health anxiety thing, It’s so bad im always googling my symptoms, always feeling for lumps on my body and I sometimes feel like every symptom I have is cancerous !! I’m scared to go to the doctor because I’m scared there’s something wrong with me… I just want it to go away!!! So I’m here just to get help with this !

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Kenisha. Becoming a mom can certainly trigger a feeling that you have to be cautious about your health. Unfortunately, this level of health anxiety is not helping you to be present in the moment so that you can be fully engaged in your life. If you need more help beyond these videos, I go deeper into the steps of recovery in my course. I am also available on the private support group that accompanies the course to help you. www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@chanarivka195]

I have had health anxiety most of my life. It seems to run in my family. My father had it, then me, and now my grown children.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry that all of you suffer from Health anxiety. OCD has a genetic component. I have resources to help at paigepradko.com.

[@naturespleasantries]

I’ve been suffering from health anxiety recently. I suffered from panic attacks 20 years ago, and till Thai day I always carry a water bottle around with me and never realize why. Makes sense

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Glad you are noticing little things you may be doing that may unintentionally reinforce health anxiety.

[@delindasamp1171]

Thank you, Paige! Your explanation of health anxiety is thorough and easy to understand. and the treatment you talk about makes me feel empowered and hopeful!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Delinda. That’s wonderful to hear. You may want to sign up for my newsletter where I share more tips at paigepradko.com. 😊

[@wallyrbc]

Thank you! Very helpful. I am so much better with stray symptoms, but am still unbelievably terrible with going for screening tests and waiting for results. Absolutely do not want to go for a mammogram.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am glad you are getting better with stray symptoms. Sometimes we just have to make the appointments and go, and just tolerate the anxiety of having the screening and the waiting. If you are waiting for a result, that can be a very good sign even though no one likes to wait. 😊

[@mysticmouse7983]

Great guidance. Always have that sleepy dog in the background! 😃

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, I’m afraid my voice puts my dog, Ollie, to sleep. 😂 Thanks for watching 🙏😊

[@uzmaijaz7821]

Paige I am Tremendously grateful to you for making such an excellent video

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you Uzma. Glad I could be of some help.🙏❤️

[@tulasiram201]

I have seen a number of videos covering mental health. But your videos are outstanding and to the point.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you. That means a lot ❤️

[@biengfunny2354]

I love the video doc.. It relate me how I feel this health anxiety. Changing Facing the fear and conquering this health anxiety was the only choice..

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry that you are dealing with health anxiety. If you ever need help, I am here. Here are some links, should you ever need any extra support: Health anxiety assessment www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz OnLine Course: Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety Coupon Code for 10% Savings on Course for my KZbin Subscribers YTTENOFF

[@hayleywilks9177]

I love your videos but still struggling when trying exposure therapy and when having panic attacks but I’m trying Thankyou for your help

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Haley. I am working on more help for you. You may want to join my newsletter at paigepradko.com so that I can keep you updated when I have more help for you.

[@hayleywilks9177]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy I will do Thankyou very much

[@NewBornNickumz]

I have the one for worry of taking meds, feeling weird things in my body, and worry over having something.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Nicky. I’m sorry you have those worries. You are not alone. ❤️

[@silvanacosta3482]

I have anxiety and worry for years

[@silvanacosta3482]

I have health anxiety

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m sorry you have been dealing with this for years. If you need help, I have resources to help you at paigepradko.com

[@DesertGuy702]

I’m really tired today. Really down. I miss myself. I miss happiness & joy. I miss looking forward to tomorrow. It’s been a month of facing fears, and it’s been brutal. Please Lord bless me with strength to keep going. Jesus hold me. I pray you are beside me this so difficult time. 😢🙏🏼

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m so sorry that you are struggling and miss your old self. Your old self that experiences happiness and joy is still there. You are not alone. Sending you prayers tonight. If I can help, feel free to send me a message at paigepradko.com

[@ChillTube1227]

I wish you were my therapist, it's tough to find someone who understands.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I feel honored that you would like to work with me. Thank you. It is a passion of mine to help people with health anxiety. I do help people through my courses and support groups if you are interested. www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@ChillTube1227]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy I will!

[@AbraFAM_de]

Wow, I found this video to be incredibly helpful, thank you so much. I experienced health anxiety only since I found my absolutely perfect love & life partner. Now it would be so horrible if that would be over. Before that I could always think of a better life. My partner is a former paramedic and can examine me professionally whenever I ask, it can calm me just a little in the moment, but it really does not help long term, I think this is one of the not recommended "safety actions" you talk about. ;) If I had the money, we would own a MRI and Ultrasonic already, now I think that would not help either. xD

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

It is difficult, but necessary to gradually let go of those methods of reassurance seeking. You have been safe all along without the excessive body scanning and examining. It feels good, but unfortunately, reassurance only feeds the health anxiety cycle. If you ever need help and support, I have resources available to help you recover from health anxiety: Health anxiety self quiz www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz Health Anxiety Course www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@890ww]

Hi Paige, I have been going through depression and anxiety for almost a year now. Because of this I am going to see a therapist next month. But I came here to tell you something. That is, I am getting so many thoughts like what is the meaning of life?, why live and why die?, life is bad etc. I am getting at least 10 thoughts and feelings each and every day. I am getting so many thoughts and feelings which contain Negativity, self doubt, Fear, emptiness, physical pain, traumatic, meaningless, and also most of them are non sensible too. But at the same time, these thoughts and feelings are IMPORTANT for me too because I don't wanna ignore the brutal reality of this world. So I decided to tell these thoughts and feelings to my therapist But the problem is, 1. So as I am going to a therapist after a month I decided to write my thoughts and feelings on paper (as I saw on the internet that writing provides clarity) because I fear that I forget these IMPORTANT thoughts and feelings at the time when I need to tell them to my therapist. I don't wanna forget these. But as soon as I start to write my thoughts and feelings I start to overthink. It's like the more thoughts and feelings I write, the more continuous thoughts and feelings coming on my mind because of overthinking. So when I try to write those, my condition gets worse. So now, How do I tell those thoughts and feelings to my therapist without forgetting if i am unable to write them? 2. Also Paige, In recent weeks I forgot some of the thoughts and feelings that I had in my mind. So I fear that after therapy what if those "Forgotten" thoughts and feelings come later in my life and disturb me?

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi David. I am truly sorry that you are going through this. It sounds very much like existential ocd and possibly a few other ocd themes. There can be depression mixed in as well. I believe I sent you an email yesterday where I tried to answer your questions. My advice is to please work with a therapist that is an ocd specialist. I do have an ocd course if you are unable to find an ocd specialist. You are not alone and this condition is treatable. Here are some links for more information: OCD Self Assessment Quiz www.paigepradko.com/ocdquiz OCD course www.paigepradko.com/ocd

[@Sereneis]

Dont be afraid of your thoughts.

[@DL-rl9bd]

I have this so bad. I just spent $1200, out of pocket, on brain, cervical, and thoracic MRIs, because I thought I had MS. The neurologist tried to tell me otherwise, but I wouldn’t listen. I insisted on the MRIs to rule out. No MS lesions were found.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Oh my gosh, I am so sorry you went through that. I have so much compassion for what you are going through. Health Anxiety can become obsessive as you know and it can take over your life. I specialize in treating people with health anxiety and OCD. I have many resources that can help you recover. Here is more information and please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions at paigepradko.com Do you have Health Anxiety? Health anxiety quiz www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz Health Anxiety Course www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@DL-rl9bd]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy Thank you so much

[@alexandrapaige7943]

I am in the same boat as you right now……. Even am finding myself thinking I have ALS when I know I don’t :/ this sucks so bad

[@DL-rl9bd]

@@alexandrapaige7943 Don’t bother with expensive tests! Also, having your head strapped down, and deep inside an MRI tube is not something you want to go through for an hour and a half, for nothing.

[@naturespleasantries]

@@DL-rl9bd 🫂

[@DesertGuy702]

I’ve had IBS symptoms. Have become obsessed with looking at my poo. I feel so degraded every time. Never felt I’d feel shame about my #2 not looking as the chart says it should. I really never bothered me until… I googled it. Now my anxiety is ruining my life. I’ve scheduled appointment with specialist, but the fear of that appointment is now crushing me. What a lame situation. I’d ironically happily lick a dirty sidewalk if I could reassurance from that as opposed to Dr. I guess that means it’s them so am most of afraid of. I’ve watched so many videos on health anxiety now, and always seems the consensus on recovery is just acceptance, and facing you fears. If only it was a dragon, or something I had to face. Wish I knew what to do. Anyways, your vids are my favorite.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I'm truly sorry to hear about your struggles with health anxiety and the impact it's having on your life. It takes a lot of courage to reach out and share your experiences. It's understandable how overwhelming it can feel when anxiety takes hold, especially when it revolves around something as personal as health. You're not alone in feeling this way. Your willingness to seek out resources like health anxiety videos shows your dedication to finding a way forward, and that's incredibly commendable. In the meantime, be gentle with yourself. It's okay to feel scared and overwhelmed, but try to focus on small steps forward and moments of self-compassion along the way. Thank you for your kind words about my videos. I'm honored to be a part of your journey towards healing. I have a newsletter that I email to people when I have information to share. Tomorrow morning the email is about why we develop specific themes in OCD and Health anxiety. I think you might find it insightful and helpful. If you would like to read that newsletter, you will want to go to paigepradko.com and sign up for the newsletter tonight before it is emailed as scheduled tomorrow morning (8:30 EST).

[@DesertGuy702]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy”Be gentle with yourself” Thank you for this. Daily my intellectual side clashes with my anxious side, and I come out feeling like the abuse victim I was as a child… Yes, I’m a trauma survivor. So I’m sure that email will be helpful. Thank you.

[@kaydlc11]

Health anxiety is hell. I worry about every single symptom or thing I see on my body... It's so irrational. I obsess scanning my body. I want to stop!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Kay, I am so sorry. That sounds horrible. If you need help, I have treatment options that can help you. www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@huiyanchan5508]

Daily body sensation also consider common? And also related to health anxiety ？

[@gautamdas2844]

Hello maam. I have severe health anxiety and panick attacks from last 6yrs. And now a days i m always thinking that i have anxiety and i will not be able to recover from it. And whole day i think the same thought and my attention is shifted to my head and this increases my anxiety. Please tell me how to deal with it

[@ginadand]

I’ve had health anxiety for years and now I’ve recently been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. The anxiety and depression over it are putting me in a freeze state. I already have PTSD from the sudden loss of my daughter in 2015. I don’t fear dying I fear suffering and not being able to do the things I like and need for my mental health. Exercise and certain foods are a trigger for my condition so I recently had to stop all my activities and am on a strict autoimmune diet. It’s making me so depressed. How do we stop the cycle if we have a legit illness causing pain and other issues?

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Gina. I am so sorry that you are having to deal with this and your diagnosis and for the sudden loss of your daughter. Treating yourself with love and compassion is most important. Health anxiety persists when the fear is being reinforced through avoidance and safety behaviors like reassurance seeking, googling research, checking on symptoms. Health anxiety does affect people with and without medical diagnosis. We treat it by following the instructions of your medical provider but not adding to restrictions due to fear or being overly cautious and avoidant. It is indeed a challenge and I wish you the very best. If you need help, I have a course that you may find helpful: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@ginadand]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy thank you so much!! I am definitely constantly googling and trying to find a solution to help my symptoms and it drives me crazy as well as looking for constant reassurance! I will check out the course ♥️

[@goldielockks8421]

I have to have all my teeth pulled like last year...theyre crumbling away in my mouth. I would go get the work done but i know theyll take my BP...that is one of the only things keeping me from seeing a dr or dentist...its so stupid...

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so sorry that you have to go through that. I am working on a video to help people with having their blood pressure checked. White coat syndrome is surprisingly common.

[@goldielockks8421]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy thankfully my Dr is really reasonable with me. Health anxiety is horrible...I wouldn't wish it on anyone.

[@avamiller2325]

Omg, I am the exact same way and same problem 🙁

[@robinelliott5561]

@Dr. Paige Pradko - I’m currently going through a prescribed benzo taper and the symptoms are almost unbearable at times because of my health anxiety. Every symptom puts my amygdala into fight/flight. And there are actually several hundred possible symptoms. I often feel like I might be dying or going to die if I don’t call 911. Can I ever get rid of somatic symptom disorder while my Gaba receptors are downregulated and glutamate is increased during benzo wd??

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Robin. I messaged you today. I would love to say that my course would help you, but benzodiazepine withdrawal does cause disruption to anxiety responses and can create abnormal hyper vigilance. You can still learn helpful techniques for health anxiety in the course, but I cannot guarantee this will soothe what you are experiencing from withdrawal.

[@dylannicks1146]

I’m so afraid of having to stand up at the hair salon or grab my head, I fear these things happening in places it shouldn’t happen. It doesn’t happen at the dentist for example... so annoying. I just don’t want to look crazy in a public place. How come I rarely get heart racing but anxiety like pressure and feelings in my head where I grab it mostly at night

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Dylan. I am so sorry. It sometimes seems like a mystery why we develop certain fears. It is very common to have a fear of looking crazy in public and possibly you had some incident in the past where you had an experience with touching your head that caused a fear reaction. Both of these fears are treatable. You can retrain your brain to face these fears and yet be safe. If you need help, I have a course that walks you through how to treat this. Health anxiety assessment www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz OnLine Course: Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@dylannicks1146]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy Thank you Paige, 💜

[@lexconor8498]

What about addressing what caused rhe onset of the anxiety? That seems to be completely ignored...

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

That’s a good point. I talk about the onset of OCD in a few different videos, but it can be different for many people. OCD can be brought on by a combination of genetics (biology) and having that genetics expressed through an experience. Often with health anxiety, but not for everyone, health anxiety is triggered by a traumatic event involving either their health or a loved one’s health crisis. However, even a virus can trigger OCD in someone and this is a condition called PANDAS. It’s a great suggestion to make video about onset. Thank you.

[@Km-cj6ej]

I get anxiety because my dr can’t do anything right! In 2022 I was having heavy periods and fatigue cold feet loosing hair that started in 2020. But after 2 years of low ferritin levels and starting to get horrrible horrible panic attacks finally got 5 iron infusions it was like night and day cold feet gone , fatigue not as bad but the best blessing anxiety gone gone gone! I also got a iud to stop heavy periods well fast forward few months back heavy periods started again I’m on day 15 of one! Had iron checked again because anxiety is back in full force sure enough my ferritin levels are low again! And my doctor thinks I’m borderline low just ridiculous so I’m imaging cold feet to touch and anxiety yup all in my head even with labs that clearly state I’m low!!!!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m so sorry you are going through that.

[@godsdaughter1954]

I do have bad reactions to medications.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

People with health anxiety seem to have more side effects. Part of the problem is that they imagine the worst and this affects the actual results.

[@Horror_Film_Aficionado]

I have thanothophbia "fear of death " I also have health/heart anxiety. I go to the emergency room alot to get E.K.Gs to make sure my heart is in normal rhythm. I have 2 electrophysiology cardiologist. I wore a Holter monitor for 1 month and was diagnosed with I.S.T inappropriate sinus tachycardia. Read about it if you are not familiar with it. Im on beta-blockers for heart-rate control its a non-life threatening condition its more benign but quality of life without medication or a cardiac ablation can be debilitating. Because your heart rate goes from 70s-180s back up and down. I still have a fear because of this I get PICS and PACs "palpitations " from the top and bottom of my heart but its not dangerous because ny echocardiogram is normal including my ejection fraction. So I still get anxious and anxiety and go drive and sit in my car near the emergency room in the parking lot whenever I feel strange till I feel better or if my blood pressure is slightly high. It sucks. Here is the kicker!! I jog 1-3 miles Monday-friday (depending on weather). Im 39 years old. This truly sucks.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi AL. I am sorry that you are dealing with these symptoms. It sounds like you have a very good understanding of what is happening in your body and understand your condition well. Yet, it seems like anxiety is still calling the show. Doesn’t it seem like a paradox that you run 1-3 miles, 5 days a week and yet sit in the parking lot at the ER. Have you ever tried treatment for health anxiety? It is a form of OCD and can control your life whether there are symptoms or not. If you are interested in what I teach, you may check out my program and feel free to ask me any questions that you may have. I am thinking that it may be helpful for you. www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@Horror_Film_Aficionado]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy thank you

[@tomsale5142]

Any luck with people with Asperger's this is why I have hypomobilty found out since sins diagnosis Asperger's anxiety ocd

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Many people diagnosed with ASD Autism Spectrum Disorder also have a diagnosis of OCD. Some of those people with both diagnoses may have health anxiety as an ocd theme. I have been doing a bit of research into that co-morbidly in the past year and hope to make a video about it sometime soon.

[@tomsale5142]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy should say i phone messing about

[@BrightingStar-vw5vq]

How to deal with health anxiety medicine is necessary or not

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Medicine is not necessary for everyone but an SSRI may be helpful for some.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

👉🏼👉🏼👉🏼Here is a FREE Self-Assessment for Health Anxiety: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz 👉🏼👉🏼👉🏼Free PDF: Why Do I Feel That in my Body? Explanations of Bodily Symptoms Due to Anxiety, Stress & Panic www.paigepradko.com/bodyanxiety 👉🏼👉🏼👉🏼For HELP: Join my online Health Anxiety course and support group today: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety Coupon Code for 10% Savings on Course for my KZbin Subscribers YTTENOFF Thank you for watching. Please leave me your comments and questions. I would love to know how you are doing and how I can help you.

[@ipsitaroy3869]

All health anxieties are OCD?

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Ipsita. I will say that most of the time health anxiety is ocd if there are obsessive health worries. But sometimes it can be undiagnosed panic disorder.

[@slim9978]

These r all me

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

😥 You are not alone, Slim. Feel free to reach out to me at paigepradko.com if you need more help.

[@slim9978]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy I need all the help I can get this is not living

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Slim, if you are interested, I created a course called, “Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety”. I am very involved in the support group that accompanies the course and I think you would love that group. In the course I take you through step-by-step what I teach in therapy to help you recover. You would have to be motivated to get better, but it sounds like you are. You can find out more and register here: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@slim9978]

I am ready to sign up for ur course however I have something bothering me now will it help me with regard less I am going sigh up now

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I look forward to having you in the course and support group and helping you to feel better. 😊

[@alexandertodd6587]

Was doing so well with IAM until I triggered myself with an intrusive thought , dumped into absolutely crazy panic for 24 hours solid … made a massive mistake by having a drink to escape it , now I have the same panic but made worse with a hangover … idiot 😮

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Well, we have to begin again sometimes. We’re all human. Don’t beat yourself up, this stuff is hard. Just begin again.

[@slim9978]

I am afraid of going to the dr

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Slim. I am so sorry you are struggling with going to the doctor. You are not alone. This is a fear that is very common in people with health anxiety. Some people have the tendency to go too much, and others are afraid of seeing any medical provider or having any tests. I have a section on how to gradually help yourself in this area in my course if you were interested in working on this. It is possible to retrain your brain and make progress in this area. Here are a few links for you: Health anxiety assessment www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz OnLine Course: Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@slim9978]

I have to make time to go over your material but what anoint my actual bld pressure going up I am so anxious not even the word I can say

[@slim9978]

Where do I get the code from when registering

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Please send me a message at paigepradko.com and I can answer any questions that you may have 😊

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Slim. Did you receive my message? You may enter the code YTTENFF when registering for the course. That will give you a 10% savings. Here is the link to the course www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@ipsitaroy3869]

Mam please reply

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Ipsita. I will say that most of the time health anxiety is ocd if there are obsessive health worries. But sometimes it can be undiagnosed panic disorder.

[@tomsale5142]

It doesn't help when your doctor says it's fybromyalgia then another says it's migraine in the body ime sure my muscle tension is somatic symptom disorder don't no how to tell and some say it's same anyway.drs made me worse by saying it spreads

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I can understand how getting mixed information can lead to more confusion and doubt. 😥

[@tomsale5142]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy yes definitely made my condition worse are you having.many success stories with severe muscle tension.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

@@tomsale5142, I more often see severe muscle tension in people I am treating for panic disorder and agoraphobia. They seem to tighten different muscles, especially around their shoulders, neck and chest when feeling highly anxious. I have treated it by helping people to create the tightness on purpose during interoceptive exposures and also helped people to shift their focus and stop checking on the tension in their body. It is difficult to stop scanning your body for tension. But, you can shift your focus and give yourself messages that the feeling is not harmful or dangerous.

[@tomsale5142]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy so maybe I have OCD and panic though I had the breathing thing ten years ago I don't now.just hope I can find out what I have and not just say it's fybromyalgia when it's possibly something else muscles crack and pop us it common then?

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

@@tomsale5142, joints crack and pop and make all kinds of noise. Lots of people crack their knuckles and knees and wrists and necks, etc. As frustrating as it is, there is a certain amount of uncertainty we have to just live with and tolerate when it comes to our health.

[@godsdaughter1954]

I have had health anxiety for yrs. I was quite sick as a baby and almost died. Was very sick with illness and fevers as a child. I remember the illnesses as a child. Teen yrs I had anxiety. Age 27 I was in a horrible car accident and given blood to save my life. Then the illness began. Symptoms that could nor be diagnosed. Got to believe I was crazy. Avoided doctors as much as possible. But oh so sick. So tired. I stressed. What's wrong with me. But what I had did not get a name until 1989. Hepatitis C. From the blood in 1982. I was finally diagnosed in 1999. But by then anxiety had me. Depression had me. No cure then for hep c. Symptoms would go away then come back with a vengeance. I developed heart problems thyroid problems had cancer 3 times. Thought my anxiety caused this stuff. Blamed myself, but now today cured of hep c because of the great meds, I look back and see my health problems were caused by hep c. That's why I have health anxiety. Is there hope for me. I am almost 70 yrs old.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I can understand why. You have been through so much. More than anything, treat yourself with kindness and compassion.