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Feeling Anxious and depressed
I have been having a little anxiety from past few years after Covid..but since last year I have this chronic sore throat and I am not able to figure out what causes it and it's making me anxious.Doctor dismiss me saying it's allergy .last week I went to ent he said I don't have any clinical symptoms and dismiss me saying it is stress.I found a tiny lump 4 days back on back of throat and my anxiety again peeks .i have been feeling suicidal and helpless and not able to focus on anything.How to reduce my anxiety as I want to get treated .I always fear I have cancer..
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There is a solution to every problem, but we have to follow the right path. You have discussed your symptoms, you have visited many physicians, still there are problems.These symptoms of illness anxiety & fear of having cancer will be treated once you start medication with relaxation exercises.I will advise you not to wait, must plan a visit with all your previous medical records of any illness or prescription so that proper management plan taken
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must plan a visit or online consultation with a psychiatrist
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do not lose hope, many of us suffering from these problems, you are not alone
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First organicity must be ruled out, which is done by ENT specialist, then we can work on your anxiety by starting medication and CBT
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medicine And CBT
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Thank you for sharing what you're going through. It sounds like you’ve been under a great deal of distress, especially with ongoing physical symptoms and anxiety that’s not being fully acknowledged. Your concerns are valid, and it’s important you feel heard and supported.
What you’re describing- persistent worry about health despite normal medical findings- could be linked to health anxiety or somatic symptom disorder, especially when symptoms cause intense fear, like fear of cancer, and interfere with your daily life. This doesn’t mean your symptoms are not real- just that the anxiety around them also needs attention.
The fact that you’re feeling helpless and even suicidal is very concerning. You deserve immediate mental health support.
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1. Seek urgent help from a psychiatrist or psychologist- especially if you're feeling suicidal. Please don’t wait. You can also visit the emergency department if things feel overwhelming.
2. Get a thorough physical re-evaluation, including an ultrasound or ENT review with imaging if not yet done. Sometimes getting a second opinion can also provide relief.
3. Begin psychological therapy, especially CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), which is very effective for health anxiety and panic linked to unexplained symptoms.
4. Consider medication for anxiety and depressive symptoms, under psychiatric supervision. These can help regulate both mood and physical symptom perception.
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a) Avoid repeated Google searches about symptoms—they can worsen anxiety.
b) Keep a symptom-anxiety journal to track patterns, and show it to your doctor.
c) Know that your fear of cancer is a common manifestation in health anxiety, but reassurance alone won’t help unless anxiety itself is addressed.
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Based on the history provided, recently, you have been experiencing adjustment issues that happen after an acute stressful event. Visit nearest Psychiatrist or online for further evaluation and appropriate treatment
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Follow relaxation techniques like deep breathing, yoga or meditation
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