Dr. Google

I have a love/hate relationship with the internet. As previously mentioned, I am so thankful for the internet because it allows me to read about other women's experiences. I thought I was the only 20 something year old with a uterine prolapse until I discovered websites like http://prolapse.hyperboards.com/index.php
It's an amazing feeling to know that you're not alone.
So, why the hate? I research everything. I mean EVERYTHING. Did I just feel a pain on my left side? Better 'google it' to see what's wrong. Low amniotic fluid levels? Better research what that means...
Researching is a way for me to feel like I have some modicum of control; however, it can also drive me crazy. I KNOW that most people only share their stories on the internet when something goes wrong and rarely when something goes right. But I want to feel like I know what's going on in my body. I don't think it's smart to blindly assume that what the doctors are saying is right. Doctors aren't always right. But it's also important to know when to avoid the internet.
Any ideas on how to do this? I'm hoping that starting this blog will help me to vent my fears and frustrations without relying upon doctor Google.
People always talk about trusting your 'gut'. I feel like my years of over-researching have prevented me from developing this gut feeling. It's something to work on.