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Posted 5/29/2017 9:06 AM (GMT -5)
Anyone else exhausted of having to act like they're ok? Some of my family and friends know I've been suffering from anxiety, just not how bad it is. I feel tense and scared all the time. I have health anxiety, which causes me physical symptoms which then in turn make me feel even more anxious, muscle twitches and weakness, chest pain and shortness of breath. I've had a thorough physical and bloodwork, so I know I'm ok, but my brain just won't accept that, and my pcp isn't concerned. I just wanna lay in bed all day and cry sometimes.

I started 10mg of lexapro and .25 of xanax as needed a week ago, but still no relief. I do progressive muscle relaxation twice a day which helps a little, and am looking for a new therapist that practices CBT as talk therapy wasn't helping at all, I actually felt worse after the sessions.

Sorry, just needed to vent somewhere, I just want to feel some relief from all this.
Posted 5/29/2017 10:53 AM (GMT -5)
Hi

No need to apologise vent away that's what we are here for.

I know what you are going through as I also suffer with health anxiety and it takes a lot out of the body.

I'm pleased to hear you are looking for a therapist for some CBT as it is that which I feel will help you the most. With regards to the Lexapro it can take anywhere between 6-8 weeks before the full effects will be felt so stick with it.

Keep us posted

Hibee
Posted 5/29/2017 10:58 AM (GMT -5)
L.M.,

I understand your frustrations...dealing with anxiety daily is exhausting.

However the good news is that you are doing all the right things to find your recovery!

Your meds need a bit more time to come up to therapeutic levels, so try to hang in there.

The self help will also increase in benefits the longer you practice.

Finally, CBT will be a move that brings you so much progress, so keep looking for the right therapist for you!

Keep up the great work, and continue to update us so we can keep you encouraged! 😊

S.C.
Posted 5/29/2017 3:14 PM (GMT -5)
The Lexapro will take a while to get revved up in your system and actually it can make you feel more anxious at first...I experienced this. However now when I take Lexapro it has a strong calming effect and generally keeps my anxiety very manageable. Good that you have a fast acting med for anxiety too...that will be helpful until Lexapro gets to its therapeutic levels.

As far as getting tired of faking it, i can see what you're saying with others. However, one thing I've learned is to be truthful to myself and say, "hey dude you have a nervous condition / overactive nerves so go easy." I find saying this (or similar) routinely helps...allows me to show compassion to myself.

Hang in there! smile
Posted 5/29/2017 5:09 PM (GMT -5)
I feel for you as I am in the same boat as you
Posted 5/30/2017 9:02 AM (GMT -5)
I am sorry you feel that way. I have been the same way lately and feel so tired. Hopefully, the meds will start working soon and you will feel better smile
Posted 5/30/2017 9:59 AM (GMT -5)
hi
Sorry you feel this way


But you don't have play a tough cookie dear, it will make you more irritated when you around people, just be the way you feel, also try and take antiacid for your tight chest...
you will feel better soon

smilewinkgrin
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