Fear

Am I posting in the right section?
Does anyone else have a fear of being ill? I am terrified of having any kind of illness or feeling sick Also about having things like cancer.
I feel a bit weird because I don't know anyone else like this. I can handle having a cold but that's about it

Do you know anyone that has a similar fear? Or does anyone have any tips for ignoring it?

I get travel sick on buses which is a nightmare because then I panic and need to get off
Any advice would be welcome!!! i hope you don't think i'm too odd!

Hi Brandi

I dont know if you read my post a few days ago about suffering from anxiety and panic attacks, well feeling sick also brings them on for me cos i have a phobia about vomiting.

I tend to try nd stay as relaxed as poss and take deep breaths when the panic waves through my body.

I also carry rescue remedy around with me and drink plenty of acmomile and peppermint tea.

Also the doc suggested having some Pepto-bismol medicine in the house as it coats your stomach and takes away the nausea.

Hope that helps hun xx

I think this a common fear.. try ginger for the travel sickness, either a little fresh ( grate it, squeeze out the juice then add hot water and little sugar) or Rocks/Belvoir organic cordial from the health food shop.

Aww, thanks for those suggestions I will try them out

i feel a bit silly posting about that now I was feeling a bit down last night.
But thanks for your posts, they're very helpful

don't feel silly xxx We all have our good days and bad days. Having suffered from severe depression, some years ago, I understand how emotions can wreck your life and totally mess you up. Don't worry, I hope you feel better xxxxx

Thanks minky I'm feeling ok now

All fears are real, so there's no need to feel embarrassed about it. I don't know a lot about phobia but I have heard of emetophobia which is a phobia about vomiting. There are several support groups ad information pages about this if you google for it. They might well have some info about your types of fears.

Thanks Minda. I will have a look on the internet for some info/advice At least there is a name for it!