Hi, so I am someone who has a history of health anxiety for the past 4 years. In the past year I've actually been a lot better. I don't spiral when I notice a random symptom or fall into the hole of Google search. I'm proud of myself for all the improvements but it is still a sensitive area that I haven't completely conquered. Today I've been struggling bc my husband had some rectal bleeding today which he shared with me. I've had bouts of health anxiety specifically related to colon cancer so this was obviously triggering. I'm having a hard time not assuming the worst. Ironically enough, I'm a nurse. I know it might be a while before he can see a doc or get a colonoscopy if needed. My question is how can I make sure I don't regress in my own coping skills in the face of this challenge and not being able to immediately know what is the cause of this issue .

Thanks so much!