Constant light-headed feeling. Anxiety

Hi Emily, I am sorry you are going thru what I am currently experiencing right now. I went to the ER had chest xray, chest ct scan and ekg, several blood tests etc.  All test were negative and I am happy about that but I still feel really bad.  I feel lightheaded and very anxious and this has been going on off and on for 3 weeks.  I went to my primary care doctor today 2-5-18 and he gave me a prescription for an anti-depressant.  I have not taken it yet.  This feeling frightens me even though I know it is anxiety and that I am not dying or loosing my mind.  They don't know what is causing this.  Good luck to you.

Hey Micheal! I was an avid coffee drinker. Caffeine can actually make anxiety worse. If you drink as much as I used to, try decreasing your intake. Also be careful with the meds and alcohol. Just some things I've learned along the way 😊

Hi Michael, how did the Magnesium work for you?

Aww, my son's name is Cameron, and he's 15 so I like you already lol. A lot of what you're going through is hormones because they're running wild in that teenage body of yours! Have you considered joining sports? Also, how is your diet? What to enjoy doing/spending your time on? Being a teenager is hard! I've been there! I would encourage you to take anything out of your life that doesn't make you a better person. Surround yourself with friends who make you laugh and enjoy your company. Also, take note of your diet. You guys need to put lots of good food in your bodies. You can have your doc check your levels to see if you're deficient in any vitamins or minerals as well. Turns out for me, my D level was way down. Hang in there sweetie. You are going to be ok.

Lol I noticed I asked about your diet twice! But it is important 😊

Love this reply ! I wish I could hang out with all of you so we could all support each other lol . We're all fine ! Even though our brains tell us different . I wish I could hear all of you guys . I woukdnt wish those feelings on anyone . God be with all of you

Thanks Justin! I'm so glad I found these posts! It makes me feel better to know I'm not alone!

I have been taking magnesium for about two months now. Seemed to help quite a bit at first, but now, back to the same old constant anxiety, panic attacks, doctor visits.... I've been dealing with this for so many years. It breaks my heart that I am so miserable. I took medication for 12 years that controlled it fairly well. But have been off of it for a year this month. And this past year has been Awful. I have tried probably every single thing that has ever been tried. Nothing seems to work for the long run. Although reading that I'm not alone is somewhat comforting.

Maybe it’s time to see your doctor and get back on your medicine.  

Hey Kara, did you stop the meds all at once or slowly transition off of them? I would bet either way that your body is going to need time to adjust. Have you spoken to your doctor about how you're feeling? Also, this might sound silly, but I have called those 24 hr help hotlines to talk to people who are caring and who have prayed with me. Anything for relief right Lol! I use an app called DARE that I really like. There's a breathing excessive that helps if I feel like I'm hyperventilating. There is also recordings that talk you through panic attacks. I love them! I have been to every doctor imaginable lol to figure out if something else was wrong. They probably thought I was a hypochondriac Lol! However, every test comes back normal, and they keep telling me it's anxiety. Distressing, but not dangerous. Knowing that I'm not dying actually helps me deal with it. When doctors have ruled everything else out it can actually be a huge relief. Last year was rough for me. I believe the anxiety that I've been dealing with is actually a delayed reaction to that. My dad is a psychologist, and I'm a psych major. Ive counseled people for years. You would think I have mastered being calm by now, but I'm still working on myself. I have to say that I am so much better now than what I used to be thank God! I know you feel like it's impossible to get through it but even as bad as it is, you CAN do this. You are still here, you are still alive. You've made it. You WILL make it 😊 I'm here anytime you need to talk!

I was taken off the meds. My doctor retired and my new doctor, as well as the psychiatrist she referred me to are both very much against benzos as they are highly addictive and what not. Which I understand to a degree. Obviously I was "addicted" to them. I'd been on them 12 years. But since I never abused them and they worked, I'm still confused as to why they won't prescribe them. I was taken off of my medicine very slowly, over the course of 4 months.

They tried several other things to substitute, but everything had side effects and/or just didn't really do much.

I have days that are okay. Tolerable. But overall, I would say I have anxiety to some degree, either slight, or full on panic, at least 85% of the time.

I see a new doctor next week. I'm really hoping she will help. Although her office made it very clear when I scheduled that they do not prescribe any controlled substances. So I'm again afraid it will be a bunch of messing around with different medications, which also gives me anxiety!

I'm so sorry. I definitely understand what you're saying. Have you had all your hormone levels checked/throid/blood work? Sometimes it's actually physical stuff in our bodies that can cause us to be off balance. If all those are normal, and they've ruled out everything else, then I hope your therapist can help you get to the root of the anxiety and triggers. Learning to work through the fear and panic takes time, but once you have the tools, they really help. Take each day slowly. Today has enough to deal with on its own. Don't let your mind go somewhere that hasn't even happened yet. Once you get to the doctor, make your concerns known. You are the patient and they are they for you. Find a doctor who you feel like helps you. Try to find things that make you happy. Do your deep breathing and go for walks. Get fresh air, and surround yourself with positive people. Those are the things you can control. Let go of what is beyond your control.

? thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I have had all of my levels checked in the past and everything checked out fine. But it's been about 3-4 years and I should probably have that done again.

The hardest part by far is constantly over thinking things. Not necessarily "life" things but physical things, health concerns. It's constant. I wish it weren't such a battle.

How are you doing though? Are things going well?

I myself have been going through a lot of testing to see if there's anything else going on that could be causing this anxiety. I have a lot of chest pain and pressure, but my cardiologist said my heart is perfect. You know how it is, you have a panic attack once and it feels like you're dying! I can say that I am doing a lot better than what I was. I used to not sleep at night. It was so horrible, but thank God the worst is over. I'm getting better every day, training my mind and surround myself with as much positive as possible. I have had to learn to let go of trying to control everyone and everything because it was not helping me. I've had to change in order to heal my mind. It's been so hard, but not impossible, and I'm doing it. I have such a wonderful family who has carried me through my worst days and a strong faith in God that pulled me through my worst nights. I wouldn't wish this on anyone. It's nice to have people around who understand exactly what you're going through.

Hi Sparkles. What type of Magnesium did you take/or still take, and what dosage? Thanks!