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What if you are constantly worried after falling ill, and your suspicion of illness is particularly severe, leading to extremely poor health?

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What if you are constantly worried after falling ill, and your suspicion of illness is particularly severe, leading to extremely poor health? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

I learned to masturbate in college, but I learned about the harmful effects of masturbation online, and from that time on I worried that masturbation was harmful to my body. So many years have passed, and although I know that masturbation is harmless from a medical perspective, I still can't let go of it. And in recent years I've developed prostatitis, which was the trigger for my suspicion of illness. After falling ill, I worried all the time, constantly searching for information and reading online case studies. Then insomnia set in, and I learned about the dangers of insomnia, which only increased my fear.

In the end, the doctor said I had anxiety disorder with autonomic dysfunction. Anyway, up to now, for so many years, my health has been deteriorating every day, and I have experienced all kinds of symptoms. I even doubt whether it is really the psychological effect that has caused so much harm to my body.

What should I do?

Evan Evan A total of 283 people have been helped

Hello!

I am a listener. I am at a loss at forty, and I am glad to meet you here.

You think your body is always wrong. Maybe you weren't careful in the past or got scared online. Now you pay a lot of attention to your health but feel it's getting worse. You also put a lot of pressure on yourself. You can't understand the connection between the body and the mind.

I understand. Let me give you a hug.

Many people doubt this, and some just can't figure it out. The body is matter, while the mind is thoughts in the brain. This may not seem important, but it can affect things that have already taken shape. It's miraculous.

Modern medicine sees each part as separate, which is hard to understand. Each disease has a specific organ it affects, making the psychological and physical distance even greater.

In traditional Chinese medicine, emotions are the main cause of disease.

And that was thousands of years ago, when conditions for human health were poor. However, mental health is still the most important, followed by external injuries and colds.

In traditional Chinese medicine, the five internal organs work together. Each person is independent but relies on others to survive.

It is also the earliest known psychological discipline. Records from over 2,000 years ago show that traditional Chinese medicine was similar to witchcraft.

It's similar to guided words and placebos. It also has a miraculous effect.

This method was used to cure many physical illnesses at first. But now, many illnesses don't respond to treatment. People are advised to seek psychological treatment.

Your mind affects your body. It can help you recover.

As long as masturbation and insomnia are not harmful, they can help your body heal. But the stress and worry in your heart and mind are draining your energy. I hope you will believe in your inner strength to relax your mind and body and help you feel more energetic.

I'm an answerer, listener, consultant, health manager, nutritionist, and traditional Chinese medicine enthusiast. I hope to help you by learning and sharing knowledge.

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Albert Shaw Albert Shaw A total of 922 people have been helped

From your description, I can discern feelings of anxiety, worry, powerlessness, and confusion.

Despite the medical understanding that certain behaviors will not harm the body, it remains challenging to relinquish these behaviors.

His own experience of prostatitis served as a catalyst for the onset of hypochondria, accompanied by anxiety and worry, which in turn precipitated insomnia and a further deterioration in his physical condition.

You perceive yourself to be lacking in agency and uncertain of the appropriate course of action. Is that an accurate assessment?

The universe has the capacity to facilitate the fulfillment of one's desires.

It is unlikely that your primary objective is to become unwell; however, your daily actions are contributing to your current state of health.

To a certain extent, the illness is likely the result of actions taken by the individual.

Our thoughts and ideas possess energy, which functions as a sort of magnetic force, attracting energy of a similar frequency from the universe.

Anxiety and worry are, in fact, the very processes through which one releases an energy to the universe that will fulfill one's wishes and make the things one is anxious and worried about come true.

It is imperative to learn to let go and to ascertain one's true desires.

One might inquire whether an individual has ever truly contemplated their deepest aspirations.

The decision as to whether one is destined to have a sickly body or to enjoy life in good health is entirely up to the individual.

In lieu of the daily concern that our bodies are becoming less robust, it would be prudent to adopt the conviction that we can maintain a healthy body.

It is essential to maintain a positive outlook on a daily basis and to take practical steps to facilitate the fulfillment of one's aspirations.

In "Meet the Self Who Has Everything You Want," author Zhang Defen posits that one cannot reach a joyful destination via a journey that is not joyful.

It is essential to maintain a joyful disposition throughout the process, as this will facilitate the effortless manifestation of one's heart's desires.

It is imperative to learn to relinquish one's anxieties and concerns, while simultaneously maintaining an optimistic and positive outlook. This will facilitate the manifestation of one's desired outcomes.

I extend my best wishes to you.

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Howard Howard A total of 450 people have been helped

Hello!

I understand your anxiety.

You learned to masturbate after going to university but felt it was harmful and have been suppressing it ever since. Masturbation can alleviate disturbed nerve function to a certain extent.

Don't overdo it or become addicted. You said masturbation is harmless, but you can't let it go. What is it that you can't let go of?

Think about it.

You mentioned prostatitis. Many things can cause it. Do you think masturbation caused it?

Your mental state can also affect your immune system and lead to illness.

There are many ways to treat prostatitis. Go to a regular hospital for a check-up. Reading online medical records will only make you more anxious.

If you get better, will you feel better?

Don't worry about things every day. Find a way to deal with them. Exercise more, go outside more, and relax.

Hope this helps! Best,

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Xeniarah James Xeniarah James A total of 1266 people have been helped

Is there a difference between the internet and a food market? Some people say drinking is good, while others avoid alcohol. Some say drinking in moderation is fine, while others cite examples of people who drink a lot and are still alive. Some people cite medical case data and warn that drinking causes cancer.

People have always shared different ideas about masturbation. Some say it's harmful, while others say it's harmless. What do you think?

If you put it online, it's like a news broadcast. You're a university student, and the person who posted it might be in junior high. Do you believe it?

Even new research has not convinced you. You think it's harmless, but you still believe it's harmful.

The problem is in your heart.

It's not what the internet says that makes you believe, but the fact that some ideas you believe in find supportive voices. You are anxious about your body, feeling that it will get worse and worse.

The mind can affect the body in big ways, both good and bad. I don't have any examples or studies, so do you believe me?

Science can't explain everything about the human body. People's beliefs are important in this area.

Confidence is better than no confidence. The girl from Chongqing who eats chili peppers is white and delicate, while her boyfriend's friends are lively. They are happy and carefree, while those who are cautious and afraid seem to have more problems.

If you don't know what to do, thinking about it will make you more anxious. If you think masturbation is bad, it is. Just stop for a while. You don't think it will have any effect at this age, do you?

Your body is strong. It has its own immune system. You are worrying about something that will not happen just because you took a break.

See a doctor, take medicine, and exercise if you have an illness or physical condition. Have a positive attitude and believe your body will get better. This is important.

I wish you happiness.

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Richard Charles Green Richard Charles Green A total of 9021 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! I'm Evan.

From what the questioner said, it seems like they might be having some suspicious thoughts. This kind of obsessive thinking could be a sign of obsessive-compulsive disorder. I wonder if this has been going on since before college.

It's so interesting how our minds work, isn't it? I've been wondering why this obsessive thinking started after leaving home and going to university alone. It seems to me that obsessive thinking is to a large extent related to fear, especially a deep association with the fear of illness. I've also heard that even though people know masturbation is harmless to the body, they are still afraid of getting sick.

I'm curious if the questioner has experienced any major events before this psychological problem showed up? It seems like the questioner's suspicious thoughts are affecting his normal life, so I'm wondering why they didn't show up before going to university?

It would be really helpful for the questioner to think about what might have happened to him that caused this obsessive, suspicious thinking.

I'm really sorry that I can't give you more advice on this, but since the question was asked on a platform where in-depth discussions aren't allowed, I can only give you some advice on your obsessive thinking.

It's so important to take care of yourself, so try to stay away from things that generate obsessive attention.

The questioner was really open and honest about how he would often find himself paying too much attention to physical illness issues. He cares deeply about his health and even searches the Internet for medical cases. It's so important to remember that any compulsive behavior has its own purpose or something the patient wants to escape from.

If the questioner only has doubts about the disease and has obsessive thoughts, then please stay away from things or people that can make the questioner have obsessive thoughts. First, keep your body away from things that make you think suspiciously about the disease, such as not paying too much attention to online reports of people getting sick. I don't know if the questioner has heard the story of "Suspicious of the Neighbor's Axe." When a person's suspicion forms, he will enter a kind of suspicious obsessive thinking no matter what happens.

If there's no longer anything to make the questioner think obsessively, their thoughts will gradually stop. But if you keep giving yourself hints and forming a habit of thinking, it'll take more effort to get out of it.

It's okay not to try too hard!

Now, the subject is in a situation where they're forced to think in a suspicious way and are afraid of getting sick. If the subject feels uncomfortable and wants to change, don't try to restrain yourself deliberately, otherwise you will overdo it and it will be counterproductive.

In psychology, there are two main principles: positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement. Positive reinforcement is all about focusing on something through pleasant stimuli. Negative reinforcement, on the other hand, is about constantly thinking about getting rid of the current focus. This will make the subject pay more attention to something else. So, if you want to change your state of mind and stop worrying about your illness, you just need to learn not to act in the opposite way. You just need to maintain the current intensity of focus and shift your attention. Over time, your obsessive doubting thinking will weaken.

Take a moment for yourself to relax and unwind.

It's totally normal to be concerned about your health. We all worry about things like that from time to time. But when you can't shake off those thoughts, it can be really helpful to distract yourself. Don't beat yourself up about it. The more you try to push away those thoughts, the stronger they'll seem.

It's totally okay to take a little break and find something else to do to distract yourself. You could try some competitive sports or running. These activities require concentration, which can be really helpful.

And don't forget, activities that involve both hands and feet can also be very helpful!

Let's find the source of the anxiety together!

It would be really helpful to know what makes the subject feel anxious. Is it a fear of illness or a fear that something is wrong with their body?

It's really important that the person in question takes the time to think carefully about what's making them react this way. It'd be great if they could write down what they find on paper.

It's so important to understand what's making you feel this way. It's totally normal to have negative emotions, but it's really helpful to figure out what's causing them. For example, you feel that masturbation will lead to your own ill health, bring disease to others, and affect your own health.

From what the questioner has shared, it seems like this is more of a guess. I'd love to understand why this is the case. Can the questioner tell me where they got the idea that masturbation is harmful to health? Is there any medical basis for this?

It's so sad to see how this worry has caused the questioner to experience even more severe anxiety after becoming ill. The good news is that there is a way out of this. All it takes is figuring out the source of their negative emotions so that the questioner can develop a coping strategy based on their concerns.

Let's make a list of the worst possible outcomes.

It's totally normal to worry about the worst-case scenario. We've all been there! So, let's take a moment to think about what we can't accept and write them down. Then, we can explore ways to cope with these situations.

It's so important to remember that feeling depressed and anxious here and worrying about this and that is not going to help anyone. It's much better to take a deep breath and list out the worst possible outcomes. Then, you can come up with a coping strategy as soon as possible. For example, if masturbation causes disease, can it be treated? Is it a serious disease? Is it incurable? When it really happens, will you get help from the hospital? If you can, and if you understand that masturbation is just a way to vent emotions and a kind of peak experience, and as long as you are careful and moderate, it actually has no effect on physical illness, and prostatitis is more related to other factors than masturbation, then you'll see that your anxiety will be less severe.

I'm here to help!

I really think you should look into professional psychological treatment.

If you feel like you can't change your thoughts about being sick, and they're really worrying you, you can look for a professional therapist to help you. I think you'd really benefit from trying some behavioral therapy.

Behavioral therapy is a great way to help you minimize the association between obsessive thoughts and daily triggers. It can also help you break the current obsessive thoughts and allow you to focus on other things.

I really hope my answer helps the original poster!

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Ethan Thompson Ethan Thompson A total of 1470 people have been helped

Hello, question asker!

Right now, you might be feeling a little confused and scared. But don't worry! We can sort this out together.

"I even doubt whether it is really psychological effects that can harm the body so much." I think the answer is a resounding yes! Severe cases can lead to somatization, where a person feels pain or discomfort in a part of the body that is not physically damaged.

Masturbation is a totally normal and healthy part of life for unmarried young people. It's a great way to relax and enjoy yourself! And even if you don't masturbate often, it's still good for you. The semen will overflow when the bladder is full, but this is perfectly normal. It's just your body doing its thing!

Prostatitis may be related to masturbation, but it is also a relatively common disease in men. The good news is that as long as you follow the doctor's advice and use the medicine reasonably, it will improve. So you can completely rest assured and leave your illness to the doctor!

"After falling ill, I was constantly worried and googled medical cases all the time." When people fall ill, most of them will search for the causes and treatments online. The internet is a goldmine of information! However, it's important to remember that the people writing these articles are not medical professionals, so they may not be able to distinguish their own symptoms and apply them indiscriminately. Some websites will also exaggerate the catastrophic consequences, which may be the reason for "insomnia, learning about the dangers of insomnia, being scared, and finally the doctor saying I have anxiety disorder and autonomic nervous system disorder."

"The cause.

Amplifying the consequences of an action is a fascinating process! It can lead to some pretty intense psychological reactions, like anxiety and insomnia. And it can even influence how we perceive and respond to disease. It's like our minds are playing a game of "What If?" What if a minor illness turns into something more serious? What if it leads to other health issues? What if it's uncontrollable? These are the questions that catastrophizing brings up.

When people are under prolonged stress, their brain's nervous system will become disrupted — but there's good news!

Ready to take control of your physical condition? It all starts with shifting your mindset. Instead of catastrophizing, try embracing a more balanced, rational approach to thinking. Leave the professional work to the professionals. Your doctor is there to guide you, not to tell you to avoid online searches!

This makes total sense! When you find yourself in that "airplane crash mentality" again, tell your brain, "Thank you, brain, for overthinking!"

It's time to hit the pause button on your brain!

Then, it's time to amp up your exercise routine! Prostatitis is also related to sedentary lifestyles. These days, many young people are sitting still for long periods of time at work or play, lacking exercise. This poor blood circulation in the urinary system causes a decline in the body's resistance to disease, which can also lead to prostatitis. But, there's a simple fix!

If you sit for a while and then get up to move around, or go play ball or go to the gym regularly every day, you'll not only feel better, but you'll also feel happier and sleep better! The key is to persevere and develop a good exercise habit.

When you're struggling with insomnia or fear, take a deep breath and focus on the interval between each breath. It's amazing how long-term practice can improve your mood!

You'll be amazed at how quickly your health will improve when you make sure to eat well, sleep well, and get regular exercise. And don't forget about rest times! When you make these four simple changes, you'll feel the difference in no time.

I really hope this helps! Best regards!

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Cherry Davis There's a world of difference between truth and facts. Facts can obscure the truth.

I can totally relate to your concerns. It's important to trust in medical advice that masturbation is harmless. Maybe focusing on managing anxiety could help ease your worries and improve your health.

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Rhett Miller To achieve success, you must embrace failure as a natural part of the process.

It sounds like you've been through a lot emotionally and physically. Have you considered speaking with a therapist? Sometimes talking things out can really alleviate the mental burden and help manage anxiety.

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Cassidy Davis The inspiration drawn from a teacher can be a life - long source of motivation for students.

Understanding that your symptoms might be linked to anxiety rather than physical issues from masturbation could be a turning point. Focusing on relaxation techniques and stress management might bring some relief.

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Jeffrey Davis Forgiveness is the key that unlocks the door of resentment and the handcuffs of hatred.

Your journey has been tough, but knowing that a psychological factor may be influencing your health can be the first step toward healing. Perhaps engaging in activities you enjoy or mindfulness practices could help shift your focus and reduce anxiety.

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