I haven't had the tummy bug since over a year ago but everytime i see a facebook post about someone having the tummy bug or if someone says they feel sick or have a tummy ache it sends me into a blind panic. I start getting all hot and sweaty and start to feel dizzy like i'm going to pass out. When i had the tummy bug i was in a state, i cried. I made my husband call an ambulance because i felt that dizzy and paniky my hands and feet went numb and stiff i didnt just think it was a tummy bug. I laugh a little at how i reacted now but i know that i will react the exact the same if it comes round again! I have 3 kids and i just cant look after them when theyre sick through my own panic that i'm going to get it too! Please tell me i'm not the only one and that there is something i can do!
There's an actual medical condition that makes people fear of getting sick, ask for help with it before this wrecks your life.
Hi danielle72720
You may need some cognitive therapy about your fears....speak with your doc about it...best wishes....
Hi Danielle, I have the exact same thing as you. But have suffered with this for many years now. The feeling of panic that looms over me if someone mentions sick, being sick or anything related to it just sends me into a downward spiral of panic. Sometimes I feel like everyone around me is poorly and I'm inevitably going to get it. My advice to you as difficult as it sounds is find your own little way of coping, and be okay with the fact that it makes you a little on edge. Everyone has something they are afraid of. Best and good luck