Hi
I can deeply understand how exhausting and isolating this fear must feel for you. When OCD takes hold, it makes everyday situations seem dangerous, even when the actual risk is very low. Blood outside the body loses its infectious potential quickly, especially when exposed to air, sunlight, or surfaces. Viruses like
HIV, Hepatitis B, and C cannot survive for long once blood is dry, and intact skin serves as a strong barrier against infection. However, OCD thrives on uncertainty, making you feel as if any exposure could be harmful—even when the science proves otherwise. This cycle of fear and compulsions (excessive handwashing, avoidance) only strengthens the OCD over time, making it feel harder to escape.
The way forward is through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which will help retrain your brain to stop seeing blood (or even the color red) as a threat. You will gradually learn to reduce compulsions like excessive handwashing and sit with discomfort until the anxiety naturally fades. It won’t be easy at first, but freedom from OCD is possible with the right guidance and support. You don’t have to fight this battle alone. Connect with me at nine eight nine one five two seven six three six, and we can work together to help you regain control and live the peaceful, normal life you truly deserve.