Re: Tailbone Pain
Firstly congratulations on losing some weight.
In my opinion you are wise to refrain from using Google.
Please don't take this the wrong way, this is meant to try and help and not upset you.
In my opinion, reassurance is one of the things that keep health anxiety going. It is a circle. for example:
Spot an symptom - research symptom - panic - seek reassurance - feel better
Unfortunately most people with health anxiety end up at square one and repeat the cycle. My councillor thinks this is because we are basically suffering from anxiety and our anxiety kind of links to health. Some people worry about washing hands, locking doors etc. By addressing the anxiety you can help your health anxiety.
I would bring this up with your doctor if it is still a problem, however in the mean time, try and use calm logic to help your anxiety. Make a list of logical arguments. You have already mentioned most of the below.
1) Back pain is common.
2) You sit with bad posture for hours a day.
3) Toilet trips can be caused by anxiety and other issues. such as what you already suggested you drink lots of water and anxiety.
While you wait to see your doctor, you could try sitting better, using a cushion, moving around more, etc.
I hope you feel better soon, both physically and mentally.
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Philippians 4:6-7 - English Standard Version
6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.