Question 1

Am i a hypochondriac? seem to identify with lots of conditions i find on websites

Accepted Answer

Since you "think" you're a hypochondriac, you seem to be open to understanding your "worry" about being sick as something that could be understood in some way other than being "certain" that you are sick.  
Since you don't say anything about why you think you're a hypochondriac or how and what you are thinking about "too much", i'm not sure what else to offer.

Question 2

Am i a hypochondriac if i see my doctor twice a month?

Accepted Answer

This is a form of anxiety disorder.  People with anxiety are very sensitive to the function of their bodies.  They feel their heart beats, sense stomach digesting.  Just like moving into a new house you notice all the sounds.  A mental health provider can help with therapy and medications to reduce your anxiety.  Going to medical docs often just leads to unnecessary tests that reinforces your fear.

Question 3

I have a lot of discomfort in my right leg and some stabbing pain under my rib cage on the left side- am i a hypochondriac or is this something bad?

Accepted Answer

diagnosed by your doctor.  If no physical cause is found consider seeing a mental health professional.  We can all use that at times simply from a wellness  point of view.  If you do tend to generate physical symptoms from stress, he/she will help you learn how to cope better.  Peace and good health.

Question 4

Blood in stool and in urine, c diff, tonsilitis, uti, bv and pvc's all within 4 months. am i a hypochondriac for worrying about health after all that?

Accepted Answer

Can't answer that. I would be concerned if i had health problems (especially the c.Diff). However, even people with hypochondriasis can have serious health problems. I hope your health improves. Stay well.

Question 5

How do i know if i am a hypochondriac?

Accepted Answer

If your worry is getting in the way of your life you need to wonder if it might be excessive. All of us deal with uncertainty (i might have cancer now) all the time, but for some of us that worry gets in the way of having a life. So that you might as well be sick. In fact some people with hypochondriasis report they actually feel relief when they discover an illness (usually unrelated).

Question 6

How would i know if i am a hypochondriac?

Accepted Answer

The key is an "excessive" fear of having an illness. To illustrate, when i was starting my training in psychiatry i worked with a young man who could not be convinced that he didn't have hiv. He had had every known test and they were all negative, but he would then point out that no test is 100% certain. I calculated his odds of having HIV were roughly the same as being struck by a meteor.

Question 7

If i am now a hypochondriac! can anyone please help?

Accepted Answer

First step is usually a complete physical check up to be sure any medical conditions are being properly treated. There also should be an evaluation and a treatment plan by a mental health professional. This will usually involve psychotherapy with or without medication.

Question 8

I am a hypochondriac attention seeker looking for some love can you help me?

Accepted Answer

I am sending you massive thoughts of love and appreciation. Do you feel any better?

Question 9

Can i be causing my own anxiety on purpose considering that i am a huge hypochondriac ?

Accepted Answer

Hi - It's me again. It does sound like some targeted therapy can help you learn how not to be hypochondriac while taking good care of yourself. Yes, worring about possible medical conditions based on self diagnosis is an almost certain way to build anxiety. Get some good help with it. You'll be okay.

Question 10

Is it rare with cancer in teenagers? i am a hypochondriac.

Accepted Answer

But not impossible. Most solid tumors occur at older ages, some leukemias and lymphomas in teens. Overall, pretty rare. Don't worry, see doc if unwell, and for regular checkups. Stay healthy.

Am I a hypochondriac