Hi there!
I too have a tendency towards hypochondria or health anxiety. I drank to block out a lot of symptoms. Seems strange to me now that I was so concerned about health issues yet I would drink a bottle of wine a night. Like that was almost healthy.
Anyway, I had a bit of a breakdown from the anxiety a year ago and started on meds. Since I am so hypersensitive to everything, meds dont work for me very well. I can take ativan, but that has its drawbacks.
I've been seeing a therapist which has helped a lot. I definitely recommend trying CBT, cognitive behavior therapy. It will help you challenge and then overcome irrational thoughts you may be having about health issues.
Good luck!