Health Anxiety

noun a mental disorder characterized by excessive preoccupation with one's health and an unrealistic fear of having a serious medical condition

• Hypochondria is a mental health condition characterized by excessive worry about having a serious illness.
• Some people with hypochondria constantly think they have a new illness every time they experience a symptom.
• My friend's hypochondria is off the charts - every little ache or pain sends them into a panic.
• His hypochondria was like a dark cloud that followed him around, always casting doubt on his well-being.

noun a person who is abnormally anxious about their health

adjective relating to or characteristic of a hypochondriac

• The doctor diagnosed him as a hypochondriac due to his persistent belief in having serious illnesses despite medical reassurance.
• She's such a hypochondriac, always convinced she has a rare disease whenever she feels a little off.
• My friend is a total hypochondriac, always freaking out over every little ache and pain.
• The company's CEO was a hypochondriac when it came to the financial health of the business, constantly worrying about potential risks and setbacks.