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Post by liya on Mar 27, 2017 18:17:10 GMT
It's kind of crushing right now. I am on meds and just started a new one but the somatic symptoms are getting worse. It is affecting my work. I am not looking for answers, just wanting to complain. Sorry. |
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Post by ilikepink on Mar 27, 2017 18:23:51 GMT
Hugs. Hope things feel better soon.
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Post by gar on Mar 27, 2017 18:24:17 GMT
Oh that's no good is it! I suffer mildly rom time to time so I have an inkling but to suffer badly must be awful. I hope you feel better soon
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on Mar 27, 2017 18:25:55 GMT
I'm sorry. It sucks. My anxiety is a little out of control right now too. I have tried a few medications but all of them have given me hand tremors- the one side effect I really can't manage because of my work. So I am trudging along until I have some time to look further into treatment options. I hope the medication starts working for you  |
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Post by georgiapea on Mar 27, 2017 18:40:01 GMT
Gosh, I didn't even know what Somatic Symptom Disorder was - and now I think I might be experiencing it. Or I'm just messed up and paranoid . . .
I hope it gets better for you and you are able to find a means of coping.
As for me, I've been released from bedrest 24/7 after 3 months, only to be too afraid of a clot particle breaking off and heading for my lungs at warp speed to actually get up!
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Post by anniefb on Mar 27, 2017 18:41:06 GMT
So sorry to hear this. Thinking of you.
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Post by Portia on Mar 27, 2017 18:42:34 GMT
I am here right with you, sister! For whatever reason, my anxiety has been ratcheting up lately too. The other night, I woke up with a stupid panic attack and couldn't find my meds (which just increased the crazy, if you know what I mean)--I don't even remember what life was like before, but I know I was more peaceful in my mind at one time. Oh well--just keep going on (I tell myself), breath slowly (I tell myself), be present (I tell myself), nothing is going on (I tell myself), all will be well. LOL--my heart is actually racing as I type this, oh brother!
Complaint heard and validated.
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Post by terri on Mar 27, 2017 18:45:35 GMT
I'm so sorry. I have a severe anxiety disorder so I understand if you ever need someone to talk to. Sending positive thoughts and hugs your way.
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Post by mikklynn on Mar 27, 2017 18:51:45 GMT
I'm sorry. I hope you are feeling better soon. HUGS!
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Post by annabella on Mar 27, 2017 18:53:39 GMT
Sorry to hear this, hope you're feeling better soon.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Mar 27, 2017 19:56:10 GMT
NO advice. Just a "that just sucks". Sometimes it gets out of control. It's hard to explain to someone who doesn't have it. You are heard. I hope it gets better.
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Post by Freefallfast on Mar 27, 2017 19:56:57 GMT
I'm sorry. I have general anxiety disorder and gave been struggling too. You are not alone. I have found I rest better when I have classical music ( no words for my brain to process) playing. Works for calming me during anxiety attacks and esp at night. Which makes the day better. Sending positive thoughts your way.
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Post by snappinsami on Mar 27, 2017 20:07:52 GMT
I'm so sorry you're going through this. I deal with anxiety too, and lately it's been worse than it's been in a long while. Big (((HUGS))), and I hope you're feeling better soon.
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Post by stephgg on Mar 27, 2017 20:20:08 GMT
I'm sorry you are feeling this way. I have panic disorder with agoraphobia, though I am pretty much 95% cured from it. The only thing that helps me is meditation, therapy (CBT) and tapping. EFT (emotional freedom therapy). www.thetappingsolution.com/ I don't take meds because I have developed a health anxiety from the physical symptoms of my agoraphobia. Feel better. |
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Mar 27, 2017 20:34:39 GMT
{{{hugs to you}}}
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Post by leannec on Mar 27, 2017 20:42:21 GMT
I've been under a lot of stress recently so I can totally relate ... waking up at 3am every night is not fun  Hugs to you |
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Post by scrappyesq on Mar 27, 2017 21:00:58 GMT
I'm sorry. My anxiety has been challenging the last few days. I understand.
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Post by polz on Mar 27, 2017 21:40:17 GMT
It sucks doesn't it? Mine has been a million percent horrible of late. I've been sick and not my best self. I've been turning down social invitations because I'm terrified people will hate me. It's so silly and all in my head. I was walking in the forest and I saw some running friends coming towards me. I wanted to hide behind a tree.
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Post by liya on Mar 27, 2017 22:09:13 GMT
Wow. It helps to know I'm not alone and what I am feeling is also felt by others. Sorry others are feeling the same way. Hugs back to all of you!
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Post by donna on Mar 28, 2017 0:02:47 GMT
I am so sorry you are dealing with this. I hope your meds start to work for you soon.
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Post by imsirius on Mar 28, 2017 0:12:19 GMT
I just started meds about 6 weeks ago for anxiety. It,s still New so I am not coping well. I have good days and then Boom..a bad day hits where I can't control it. The worry and bad thoughts overwhelm me. My dr says to give meds a few more weeks to fully work.
The only bad side effects I have are weight loss (lost 12 pounds in a month) and night sweats...bad night sweats. Every night....they are horrible. I'm not sleeping full nights either. My mind races.
Dr. Thinks my anxiety is related to peri menopause.
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Post by roberta on Mar 28, 2017 0:13:48 GMT
Sorry you have to deal with this. Good luck and big hugs!
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Post by Legacy Girl on Mar 28, 2017 4:16:42 GMT
You are definitely not alone. Sending healing prayers and well wishes your way.
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Post by oaksong on Mar 28, 2017 5:20:26 GMT
Hugs... hope you feel some relief soon.
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Post by phoenixcov on Mar 28, 2017 10:45:11 GMT
Hugs to all Anxiety peas, I am not a diagnosed sufferer but today I have pain levels at around 8-9 and a visit to the dentist this afternoon.
I go every 3 months as I am phobic and going that regular helps, usually.
Spent yesterday bursting into tears for the slightest thing and now typing this I have started again.
So worried about crying in front of the Dentist, well you all know what that feels like.
Here`s hoping for a better end to the day.
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Post by J u l e e on Mar 28, 2017 11:35:59 GMT
Sometimes just knowing someone has heard you (or read your words) makes you feel less alone. (((HUGS))) to everyone here who is struggling. I can only imagine what you are going through and I pray today is better than yesterday.
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Post by lemondrop on Mar 28, 2017 17:18:15 GMT
Sending you and other anxiety peas hugs.
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Post by liya on Mar 28, 2017 17:26:58 GMT
Hello all. Today is a little better than yesterday. My chest is not hurting as much and I slept pretty well last night. I have to make a phone call but am avoiding it. Thanks for caring  |
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Post by scrappintoee on Mar 31, 2017 1:23:37 GMT
((( hugs )))) to you, liya , and I'm glad you had a better day when you last posted, and hoping the following days were even BETTER!  Do you mind explaining what you meant about your chest no longer hurting? Was it from shallow breathing, or? It sounds horrible, and I'm curious because I've never heard of chest pain as being part of anxiety. and (( Hugs ))) to ALL of you who suffer from anxiety !!!!!  I've only had it about 2 months, and it is SO HARD!!! I *think* mine might be due to menopause, but I'm not sure. I'm looking forward to seeing my GYN in 2 weeks to get some help! |
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Post by lancermom on Mar 31, 2017 2:12:54 GMT
So sorry. I was there a month ago, the peas helped me through it. Went to my MD after I cried myself to sleep thinking I should be admitted for it, she changed my meds. It was the best thing for me. She gave me two choices. I told her to make the decision if she were in my shoes. Because I have been in denial for so long. I feel so much better. I went for a one month check. I asked if this is what normal people feel like. My mind isn't racing and I sleep...I sleep!
Don't be afraid to get help. Much ((Higgs)) to you.
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