02/03/2026
These are all examples of fears my health OCD made me believe were actually happening to me in the moment. And while they seem ridiculous, OCD has a way of convincing you that they’re 100% fact.
Health OCD is a common theme that many people struggle with. It can often be confused with health anxiety, but the main difference is that when it’s OCD, it comes with compulsions to try to alleviate the anxiety (physical or mental).
If you’re dealing with health OCD, you are not alone and it can get better. OCD is a treatable condition.
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