I believe it all started when I was young. I've always had a bad gag reflex and I was told it was in my head. I never knew it could lead to this, however. Whenever I was nervous my stomach would hurt with nausea. It progressively got worse. In 8th grade I threw up on the first day of school in front of a lot of people because I was nervous. This whole problem went unnoticed and undiagnosed until about 14 months ago. I met my beautiful girlfriend about 18 months ago and we are still together. On our 4th date I was going to kiss her, but my stomach hurt. I thought it was just the nerves but when we got back to her house, I vomited in the bathroom. Maybe I was sick? Nope. This started happening every time we went out for weeks. Even after we kissed and I was comfortable, it continued. After a few months it was summer time and I felt better for some reason. I could eat normal, go out, and not worry at all. Then it really hit me. Last fall it was bad. I seeked help online and basically diagnosed myself. I realized that I was essentially worry about vomiting and that's what was causing it. I connected the dots. I guess you could say I have gotten used to it a little because I can hold back the vomit better now, but I still worry. I have no appetite and this makes weight lifting and hockey hard for me. It's hard to go out with my girlfriend because I'm always worrying. My parents and girlfriend are aware and I frequently speak to her about this. I think my case is less extreme because I don't worry about getting sick or being around sick people. However, if I overeat or anything reminds me of my stomach, I automatically feel it. If I'm distracted, i don't notice it. I just need some help and maybe this forum can provide that. I'm desperate right now and i dont know if a therapist would help. I appreciate anyone that wants to help. Thank you