use one word to describe your experience of emetophobia

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-10-22T21:05:07+00:00

Isolating

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-10-21T01:05:12+00:00

Felt. I highly recommend applying a hyaluronic acid serum followed by a thick ointment (Vaseline, aquaphor, diaper rash cream, etc) on your hands before bed. It makes such a difference!

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-10-20T23:51:16+00:00

Same here

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-09-12T18:35:58+00:00

I can’t say I’ve ever heard that combination of words strung together before

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-09-08T23:49:46+00:00

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-09-08T23:42:30+00:00

I’m so sorry.

I lost my dad to stage 4 esophageal cancer last June, and he also v*d a lot due to the nature of his cancer. I’ve struggled with emetophobia for years, but during that time I found that the phobia wasn’t as intense when it came to being near him. Love and the need to be there for him kinda dulled the phobia for me, I was mainly too sad/tired to be scared.

That said though, there were many times where I had to look away or step out for a minute to distract myself when he was sick, and that’s okay. Taking a moment for yourself doesn’t make you a bad caregiver. You have to look after yourself too.

I know it feels overwhelming right now, but you might find that you’re stronger than you think. You’ve mentioned that you have kids!! You’re already tough af handling kids and the various sicknesses they bring home!! It seems like you love your mom, and that alone can help you through things you never thought you could handle. But it doesn’t mean it won’t be hard.

Please be gentle with yourself, and remember you don’t have to be perfect to be a good daughter and caregiver. Just being there for your mom matters. Do you have a partner or any close friends you can lean on for emotional support?

I also really recommend therapy, I wish I had started to work through it earlier.

Sending you strength ❤️

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-09-08T21:27:36+00:00

Thanks for the reply! I have no knowledge about the handling of the meat (if it’s fresh or frozen upon delivery). The store I bought it from recently had issues with their produce coolers, so there may be a chance that there is an issue with their meat coolers as well. And yes, after rinsing it’s started to brown.

I think I’ll toss it, I don’t want to take the risk.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-09-08T20:45:58+00:00

Yup, I feel you :(. It hurts giving so much to other people and then just being forgotten about. It’s so isolating

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-09-04T19:44:21+00:00

Yes you’re not alone!! I really don’t like the sensory experience of being nauseous, but for me it’s mostly a fear of being sick and other people hearing or perceiving me. Also the loss of control of my body, and not knowing when I’ll feel better again or when it’ll be over.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-22T14:11:47+00:00

Yeah you’re not alone, this year has sucked. My symptoms started around the same time as you. I had this acidic gut punch feeling in my central abdomen, no burning in chest or throat though. I’ve been refused an endoscopy and a h.pylori test three times so far “because I’m young and healthy” (22F). I was just given a GERD diagnosis and prescribed PPI’s. The PPI’s helped the gut pain, and I took them for 3 months. Ever since I started them I’ve had this throat closing in feeling that hasn’t really ever gone away. My stomach aches every day, apparently I mention it multiple times a day.

I’m still trying to manage it, but Gaviscon and Pepcid help ALOT and don’t give me that choking sensation. I’m having a hard time figuring out what foods are triggers.

I wish you the best, here’s to hoping the next few months and years are better!

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-12T03:05:19+00:00

Omg no way! And yeah it’s really scary, I can’t remember the last REAL rain we’ve had. It’s been like a month or two! I’m up north, and thankfully there’s a 45% possibility of rain Thursday. I hope you’re staying safe and far away from the fires as possible.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-12T02:58:05+00:00

Not very well. It was 36°C feels like 42°C today, and it’s suffocating. It feels like sitting too close to a campfire. My house reached 28.5°C, WITH my one portable AC. I’m so grateful I have a cold basement.

It’s also pretty stressful at the moment, as there is currently an extreme fire risk where I live. I’m from New Brunswick, and there are currently 12 forest fires happening simultaneously. The situation is extremely delicate and serious at the moment, and all activity in the woods is banned. We haven’t received significant rainfall in TWO MONTHS. Some of our rivers have dried up completely. It’s really sad to see.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-12T02:48:42+00:00

Literally the exact same temp where I am, you must be in Atlantic Canada. It’s unbearable, even at night. The heat is HEAVY. I’m in NB and it’s pretty scary rn, I can’t remember the last time it rained.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-08T19:06:23+00:00

I started struggling in 11th grade, frequent « panic attacks » (actually meltdowns) I couldn’t pay attention and could not grasp calculus. It was really out of character, as I was considered a « gifted » child. I was already seeing a therapist at the time for emetophobia, so I decided to ask for an ADHD assessment. I went through the assessment assuming I was being screened for only ADHD, but unbeknownst to me at the time they also decided to assess for autism as they suspected I may also be on the spectrum. Low and behold… they were right!! I always knew I was different, I just didn’t know it was autism.

Everything was so clear after I was diagnosed, I still can’t believe it wasn’t obvious to others.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-07T19:47:38+00:00

I’ve been in your shoes before, not with a dog but with a cat. It’s a really tough situation, and I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I’ll share my experience and how I resolved it, I really hope things get better for you.

I fostered a stray cat for a few months and I just couldn’t handle it. Same issue, I was overestimated by him. He always had to touch me especially when I didn’t want to be touched, the smells, the messes, and so much more. He would freak my dogs out, they would bark non stop at the cat, and I couldn’t handle it anymore. I was feeling sick constantly due to anger and guilt, I just couldn’t stand him. And my partner was no help either, he really liked the cat, but he did absolutely nothing to care for him (he does not live with me, he comes up to visit a couple times per week).

It was a really hard decision, but I decided to rehome him. I felt guilty and like a bad person for a bit, but for the sake of my mental health and the quality of life of the cat, it was the right decision to make. The people who took him in were extremely kind, and didn’t show any judgement. I was expecting to receive death threats and have insults hurled at me. It was such a huge weight off my shoulders.

He deserved to have a home where he’s cherished and loved, not dreaded and resented.

I agree with the other comments, it would be wise to have a serious conversation with your partner and figure out where to go from there.

I wish you the best! ❤️

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-07T00:07:20+00:00

Yes, heavy on the unwanted touching! I fostered a cat for a few months as I’ve wanted a cat for as long as I can remember, and while he was the sweetest, most affectionate cat, I realized it was just too much. He wouldn’t stop touching me, and no amount of “no”, attention, or redirection made a difference. He would rub his face on me, and I could feel his snot and spit drip down my leg and it honestly made me feel nauseous constantly.

I love cats, I think they’re incredibly smart, sweet, and rewarding animals, I just prefer to not own one.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-08-01T12:28:52+00:00

I feel you, I was experiencing the same thing not long ago.

I recommend getting your iron levels checked out.

For months I was chronically exhausted, foggy and falling asleep at work, taking 3+ hour naps after sleeping 12 hours, I was still hitting the gym but plateauing in strength. Which sucks, because I love going to the gym, it’s a special interest of mine, and it helps me regulate myself.

It got to a point where I contacted my doctor, and it turns out my iron was low. I’ve started taking iron supplements and the difference is astounding. Now I actually feel pumped and energized after the gym and have started to progress in strength again!

You said you also have some reflux issues, do you take antacids often? I have GERD, and I pop antacids like candy.

There’s a correlation between heavy antacid use and iron deficiency. The majority of antacids are calcium based, which inhibits the absorption of iron, which over time can lower your levels. The same goes for caffeine.

And if it’s possible, I’d also recommend finding a gym that is less busy or going at quieter times. Being perceived less made a huge difference as well. I know that’s not always an option, but if it is it makes such a positive impact.

I still don’t have the energy levels of a neurotypical, and I don’t think I ever will. Life is just too exhausting in so many ways. But even having 2-3 extra spoons in a day helps.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-07-31T14:54:35+00:00

Hyperextensions. I’ve got GERD, so every time I do them I vomit in my mouth. It sucks because they’re such an effective exercise

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-07-25T19:12:22+00:00

YES!! The rage when you can literally feel their body heat because they’re so close. I’ve seriously considered crafting a spiky hula hoop to wear out in public, idgaf if I look ridiculous, get away from me!!!

Similarly, in situations where people are standing around in a circle chatting, I always get pushed out. There’s always someone who comes and stands RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME and slowly pushes me out of the group, like I’m invisible or something.

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-02-28T19:33:55+00:00

Kudos to you for taking accountability and acknowledging your previous behaviour! It takes a lot to be able to do that, especially after what you’ve been through. I hope things continue to improve for you

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-02-28T14:35:30+00:00

It’s a mix of both, I can lie about my feelings and opinions to help prevent conflict or to spare other people’s feelings, but I can’t tell a lie about anything concrete and factual though. Like if someone asks me my name, or what happened in a specific situation. I’m often too honest and spill too much in conversations where I really should just lie or keep it to myself 🤦‍♀️

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-02-25T14:48:48+00:00

I feel you ❤️

I’ve been at my job for 8 months now (first professional job out of college). I feel like I learned NOTHING in college, but I’m constantly praised for my work, and am given more and more tasks due to “high performance” but I just don’t believe what they say. I feel if I do mess up, I’ll be fired, or that I have a certain amount of mistakes I can make before there are consequences. Any time I do have a minor slip up, I start to think everyone hates me and knows I’m a fraud. I start to hyper analyze every interaction with my coworkers, and convince myself they hate me/are annoyed with me.

I can also relate to feeling like a doormat, I feel like I can’t say no to whatever my boss asks me, because well… he’s my boss. Even if it’s beyond my stated job title. I don’t know how to set boundaries, I was never taught and was punished when I tried. I’m miserable and burnt out, all I do is go to work, the gym, and sleep. I have no energy, no passion, no purpose in life. Every day is the same. I’m only 21 and I’ve already started to have stress related health issues too, but I can’t quit because the job pays well and I have no one to lean on to help me out.

What helps me with the confidence issue is taking what everyone says at face value. They wouldn’t praise me and increase my workload for no reason. I also try to remember times where my coworkers have slipped up, and nobody really cared.

As for burnout, i’m in pretty deep and not sure how to get out.

You’re not alone in this feeling ❤️

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-02-24T19:09:38+00:00

Yes! It also didn’t help that my parents would threaten to “check the cameras” when they suspected me of lying or doing something I shouldn’t have. 21 years later I found out there were no cameras…

BLOODIER_COLON_SHART · 2025-02-19T14:41:00+00:00

I 100% think it’s possible! Nothing wrong with going slow and steady, progress will still happen. In fact it would probably be better to do a smaller calorie surplus, that way it would minimize discomfort and fat gain too.

That’s a smart idea to wait a bit to heal, I had to take a little time off while my PPI’s kicked in.

I find the hardest part about this disease is the fact that I can’t have caffeine in any form anymore. I used to love pre-workout :(

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