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Fear of Cancer
Every symptomps am having , my mind is trying to relate with cancer symptoms, please help, 4 months I did Chest Xray, CT KUB, USG , everything is normal, please help me.Currently am having fear of lung cancer, I have left smoking 11 months back, doing regular exercise with a healthy diet.
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This is phobia, we can easily resolve it by therapies.
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Avoid surfing about the issue often and visit a psychologist
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Your chest X-ray, CT KUB and ultrasound from 4 months ago were all normal, which makes a serious cancer very unlikely. Health anxiety can cause real physical symptoms and make you notice every sensation. Quitting smoking, exercising and eating well are excellent steps that lower your risk.
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Avoid repeated symptom-checking and online searching and Try relaxation, regular sleep and daily walks.
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If the fear persists, see a psychologist or psychiatrist. Health anxiety responds well to CBT.
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Hi you have a phobia and OCD these are psychological issues but not serious issues you can book appointment and get help
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Hi,
I understand your anxiety when your mind keeps linking every symptom to cancer, even when your investigations have been normal. This can be health anxiety, where fear makes you constantly look for signs of illness
Try slow breathing when anxiety rises, avoid Googling symptoms .
Remind yourself that a thought is not a diagnosis, It is good that you have quit smoking and are maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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Try to notice what triggers your cancer-related fears and gently question whether your thoughts are based on facts or anxiety.
Practise slow breathing, stay engaged in your daily activities, say positive affirmations and avoid seeking repeated reassurance whenever a new worry arises.
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Hi
Thanks for reaching out first of all
Your previous tests are reassuring, and it’s good that you’ve quit smoking and are taking care of your health. But it seems your mind is connecting almost every symptom to cancer. This can happen with health anxiety. Try not to keep checking symptoms or searching online for reassurance, as it can make the fear worse. If you have any persistent or new symptoms, discuss them with your doctor. When the thought of lung cancer comes up, remind yourself that a thought is not a diagnosis. You don’t have to figure out every sensation your body experiences.
Try to get back to your daily routine and let your doctor guide you on any further tests needed. You can reach me at nine two six six seven two six zero six five
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Health anxiety is curable
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Ms. Sheetal Wadile Kusumbe
Counselling Psychologist
25 yrs exp
Palghar
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your concern here.
Since, all the medical parameters are healthy in terms of physical evaluation, it points towards health anxiety.
Providing further details to a clinical psychologist on the duration of symptoms, previous history shall help with relevant interventions.
Along with a formal diagnosis, psychotherapy sessions can help you with progressive healing and managing your condition in a balanced manner.
I wish you holistic wellness.
Happy Healthy Living!
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Ms. Pooja Bhargava
Psychologist
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Your normal tests and quitting smoking are good signs. Your fears sound like health anxiety where every sensation in the body can seem like a warning sign. Cognitive behaviour therapy with a psychologist can help you break this cycle
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Consult a psychologist
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