Avril Ehrlich

[Avril Ehrlich]

Hi

I have just joined today. I am at present suffering from IBS and extreme health anxiety. I also have harm/death obsessions intermittently.

I have been taking Paroxetine 20-30mg for past 15 years and I normally feel great, with a full and active life. I have gas/bloat syndrome form of IBS which comes and goes. Recently, I have been suffering from indigestion and fullness too. I recently had a course of metronidazole for a gum infection and over the past few days I have been feeling sick, have lost my appetite and keep needing the toilet.

As I had ovarian cancer back in 1995, this keeps bringing back hideous memories although I was successfully treated and have check-ups every 6 months.

I am am being referred to a gastroenterologist just to be on the safe side and also a mental health practitioner to review my meds.

I am sure I will feel better soon - just going through hell at present. Want to meet other sufferers from health anxiety to see how you all cope and to make new friends.

Many thanks.

Avie

[paula lynne]

Hi Avie and a big warm welcome :welcome: Youll find lots of supportive people here and make lots of friends, you arent alone! Glad to know you.xx:)

[PokerFace]

Welcome to NMP, this place is really great. Sounds like you've had a rough time of it latley so no wonder you're stressed! You'll meet lots of other people with the same issues and you'll get a lot of support. I hope you feel better soon xx

[MoonlightFire]

Hi Avril,

Welcome to the forum :) I'm Moonlight. I've suffered from health anxiety mixed with obsessional tendencies since I was 12/13. I am now 29. I have been taking Sertraline for the past 8 years but recently stopped taking it and have had lots of problems since (even though I am now back on it again).

I took Metronidazole a while ago for a gum infection and it made me feel really sick. I was actually sick a few times when I was taking it. It's a very strong anti-biotic and has a tendency to upset your digestive system. What kind of gum infection did you have if you don't mind me asking. I've had a few...my mouth is a real problem area for me especially when I'm stressed :(

I hope you feel lots better really soon. You are very welcome here and we are all here for you :)

Moonlight Xxx