Question 1

mid twenties male, having terrible digestion issues and bloating . only diet that works is all meat, little vegetables or fasting. sibo? carbs causing bloating, anxiety, fatigue. blood markers all normal. wbc low at 3.00. please please help or ideas?

Accepted Answer

: Are you having bowel movements, passing gas? More information is needed 
 List of reasons:
Lactose intolerance
Fructose intolerance
FODMAPS (high FODMAP diet)

Malabsorption
Celiac disease
Pancreatic insufficiency
Functional
Irritable bowel syndrome
Functional dyspepsia
Functional bloating
Constipation
Dysmotility
Diabetes
Scleroderma
Pseudo-obstruction:

Question 2

trouble sleeping, anxiety, hiccups for over 2 years everyday, tight shoulder&neck muscles, chest tightness with shortness of breath, digestion issues?

Accepted Answer

Troubling symptoms: Without knowing your physical and emotional history or your family's medical history anything would be a guess.  However, if you have been suffering two years, you have my sympathy.  Consult your primary care physician.  If s/he cannot help ask for a referral.  Your problem can be in multiple body systems and will require examination and tests to determine the cause(s).

Question 3

i have really bad health anxiety. i have been keeping it at bay for months but outbreak of covid has caused it to flare. i am scared all the time about all health issues (not just covid). i constantly feel like something bad will happen. advice?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: Health related anxiety is a growing public health reality. Among possible activities that may help: balancing physical exercise (ideally aerobic) with intellectual activities, limiting access to internet to neutrally emotional activities, socializing with friends and loved ones, getting involved in community projects among many others. Cognitive behavioral therapy with a psychologist helps, too.

Question 4

i always see news about people dying from sudden heart stopping without having previous health problems.
this somehow feels scary,so should anyone check & what should he check & what is the cause.
i have health anxiety so should i take it seriously?

Accepted Answer

: You should seek help from a physician you trust and if he confirms that you have no heart problem, then seek his recommendation regarding treatment of anxiety. Regular exercise ias always helpful. I wish you good luck.

Question 5

can health anxiety cause fibromyalgia like symptoms?

Accepted Answer

They are related: There is clearly an association as about 20 percent of patients diagnosed with the chronic pain associated with Fibromyalgia also suffer from an anxiety disorder or depression. Symptoms of fibromyalgia are multiple. Causation is a different question. A comprehensive evaluation is recommended.

Question 6

can health anxiety(hypochondria)cause u to imagine symptoms that arent there? keep thinking i have different diseases and then seem to notice symptoms

Accepted Answer

Health anxiety: may cause heightened awareness of even normal bodily sensations. Attention may be focused on those sensations and then one's imagination might take it from there.

Question 7

does having low iron cause cancer i have health anxiety and this makes me worry?

Accepted Answer

: Low iron is not known to cause cancer, some cancers may contribute to a low iron through recurrent bleeding, you might need to have your anxiety addressed with the help of your doc.

Question 8

what causes health anxiety?  is it a brain disorder? hereditary?  i have always been scared of things more then other kids? but not as bad as i am nw?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: Anxiety may be partially genetic but may be due to a previous bad experience. Seek help from a psychotherapist or psychiatrist.

Question 9

i have allergy problems that leads to dizziness, then i worry about the dizziness cause i have health anxiety. could anxiety make the symptoms linger?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Anxiety is one of the most versatile enemies humans have. It can make just about anything bad worse. It can lessen the benefit of anything nice. It is a good reason to consider CBT psychotherapy where you can safely learn skills to avoid, reduce and menage anxiety. Meds might be used for awhile during rough spots, but YOU learn how to live more wisely. It's a great value. Best!

Question 10

can atenelol cause negative thoughts like fear or health anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's not a common side effect, but it is reported. Also - anxiety seems to be so prevalent these days - and especially for people facing medical concerns - that it may have arisen on its own. Consider some CBT therapy to learn how to manage it. With your other physical issues, I'd try to avoid a medication addition unless absolutely necessary. Take care - get well.

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Mid twenties male, having terrible digestion issues and bloating . only diet that works is all meat, little vegetables or fasting. sibo? carbs causing bloating, anxiety, fatigue. blood markers all normal. wbc low at 3.00. please please help or ideas?

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Trouble sleeping, anxiety, hiccups for over 2 years everyday, tight shoulder&neck muscles, chest tightness with shortness of breath, digestion issues?

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I have really bad health anxiety. i have been keeping it at bay for months but outbreak of covid has caused it to flare. i am scared all the time about all health issues (not just covid). i constantly feel like something bad will happen. advice?

A member asked:

I always see news about people dying from sudden heart stopping without having previous health problems. this somehow feels scary,so should anyone check & what should he check & what is the cause. i have health anxiety so should i take it seriously?

A member asked:

Can health anxiety cause fibromyalgia like symptoms?

A member asked:

Can health anxiety(hypochondria)cause u to imagine symptoms that arent there? keep thinking i have different diseases and then seem to notice symptoms

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Does having low iron cause cancer i have health anxiety and this makes me worry?

A member asked:

What causes health anxiety? is it a brain disorder? hereditary? i have always been scared of things more then other kids? but not as bad as i am nw?

A member asked:

I have allergy problems that leads to dizziness, then i worry about the dizziness cause i have health anxiety. could anxiety make the symptoms linger?

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Can atenelol cause negative thoughts like fear or health anxiety?

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