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Bit the bullet

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Les171091
Les171091

So yesterday I finally bit the bullet and went to a&e for peace of mind after these nagging chest pains. Blood pressure and heart rate was fine. Ecg was fine and bloods was fine. So I should be happy right?? Woke up today and the niggling pains and itches and burning sensation continues. Whyyyyyyyyyy

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  • jen1978
    jen1978 Les171091

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    Hi Les

    Why? because its anxiety related and unfortunately anxiety doesnt have an on/off switch. Take comfort that your heart is fine. It wont get rid of your anxiety overnight. I have been to A&E a few times due to panic attacks and they have said its anxiety/panic related but I have still been anxious when I get home and have had to see GP for medication and therapy to ease symptoms. If only getting rid of anxiety was as simple as a doctor telling us we were ok physically eh? Chance would be a fine thing. In fact if a doctor says my headaches are tension related my anxiety gets rid of the headache and throws in another symptom to keep me on my toes! lol x

  • marleen85993
    marleen85993 Les171091

    Posted

    Hi Les Jen is right ànxiety will not go away with reassurance in fact in the long term it will make health anxiety worse so go and get the treatment you need and work through your fears etc.

  • jan34534
    jan34534 Les171091

    Posted

    Something that can help calm you down are meditations for anxiety  on YouTube. They completely relax my mind and body and my symptoms diminish greatly. I do this a couple times a day. They have meditations for anxiety, sleep, depression,  panic, proper breathing, etc.  there are many to choose from. I use earbuds for a better effect.
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