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Posted 4/14/2017 8:54 PM (GMT -5)
Many many friends here on the board have health anxiety so know that you are not alone. I am very very grateful that I, myself, do not have this problem.

When I was at my worst, every single day, every minute of the day, I ruminated about problems of life and if I had the ability to handle what life might throw my way. I felt weak and that I might fall apart if an emergency came my way. I am sooooo much better, thanks to a med change. Just know that it is possible to get better.

Just know, LV, that you are not alone. We are all in this together.
Posted 4/14/2017 9:20 PM (GMT -5)
Hi everyone, I'm a new member. I've been an anxious person ever since I can remember, but the last few months it's gotten progressively worse. I feel tense and n edge all the time. I've been to the ER twice (most recently on Monday after having a panic attack at work ) for shortness of breath and chest pain. They did an EKG, blood work, chest xray, and a chest ct scan. Everything came back fine so I know I'm ok, but I can't get rid of the feeling that something is wrong which makes my anxiety worse. I've been having tingling and numbness in my arms, which I know can be from anxiety so I really don't want to rush back to the ER. I'm running on little sleep because I'm afraid something will happen. I have an appt with a therapist on the 24th but idk how to cope until then.
Posted 4/15/2017 12:27 AM (GMT -5)
Hi Liz and welcome!

I am sorry to hear of the challenges you are facing currently. I know how difficult it is...so know you are understood here!

It is great that you have gotten set up with therapy! This will be the start of a great turn around for you, I am sure.😊

For now, pleas see our Resources at the top of the main forum page here for great self help material to work with right away. Practicing the suggested exercises daily will make a big difference in how you feel.

Keep posting with us as well if you find it helpful. Support is key!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 4/22/2017 6:33 AM (GMT -5)
Been a pretty good week, back to work and activities with my kids....yesterday felt very anxious....seems like when someone around me is sick or I hear about someone who is sick...panic of worry for myself sets in....I know it's just my anxiety but it's frustrating.....my co-worker has POTS and was taken to the hospital for low blood pressure and extreme dizziness....of course now I feel light headed......will this ever end?
Posted 4/22/2017 3:46 PM (GMT -5)
LV,

There will be times when you have such a great reprieve that you realize you haven't even thought about your anxiety in a while...

...and other times, you will just need to work your skills a bit to manage things...so yes, it is going to get better. smile

Keep up the good work and stay encouraged!

S.C.
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