Scared help!! Severe anxiety and arms and legs feel tired/weak

Cant see an end to it all

xxxx

Valerie, I experience the same and feel like losing my mind as I start to be less productive in every aspect of life...I want to be normal again....I will try to see a neurologist soon as well as that's the only specialist I haven't seen.  Let us know how it went. 

Sabrina..Hi. Had my first appointment with neurologist about ten days ago. He basically sat and listened carefully to my ramblings and assured me that, as far as he could see, given his experience in the field, I did not have anything like MS (what I was afraid of). He did,however, recommend an electrical nerve test to see if I have any peripheral nerve problems as my doctor was concerned due to my having a 'walking on sponge' sensation as well - and I had been taking statins for a long time. My own doctor took me off statins so don't know what my cholesterol is now. For over a week I was feeling that I may have turned a corner, but just a couple of days ago my symptoms returned in force and my legs just would not move for a while. It scared me all the more simply because I thought I was getting better. However my appointment for nerve test is this Thursday. Have you managed to get a neurologist's appointment? Good luck. Keep me informed of your progress.

Valerie, thank you for the support, it's truly helpful as not everyone understands who you can be sick without a definite diagnosis . A month ago I had to go the the ER as my whole body started shaking, dizziness became overwhelming and I was not able to focus any longer. CT scans we're done - no results (I was also mostly afraid of MS)I saw the neurologist today and my blood work and performed MRI s came all back ok. I also did the electric nerve test without any negative results ...the neurologist stated my dizziness may have come from a previous sinus infection, and did not have an answer in regards to my still weak and tingling arms and legs...I experienced the "walking on sponge" sensation! I recently got a bit better and just over the weekend woke up and was having weak legs again..I sometimes feel like I don't walk properly.I'm glad nothing bad came out from the tests but still need to start feeling better. What helped me recently was a ginger/turmeric supplement , I felt a real relief from the pain in my body. 

I hope all goes well with your nerve test and you will feel better soon. Let us know!

Hello Sabrina.. The nerve test yesterday was a very strange experience but I was treated very well and the neurologist said that all seemed normal. Me normal? He said he does not need to see me again and I wait to hear from my doctor when he receives the results from the hospital. I am relieved of course, but there is clearly something not right as I had another 'episode' whilst in a supermarket with my friend later. Only a short episode but I felt such an idiot standing there telling her I could not move. Part of my problem could be back related. according to my physio, but I suspect that it is good old 'anxiety' and stress that are adding to the mix. It has been a difficult year or so but I would not wish all this on anyone.

I do so sympathize with your predicament, especially as you have a small child. I suffered giddiness etc..etc. on and off when my children were young and I used to get a strange stiffness in my legs from time to time. Suddenly it all disappeared for some years and I seemed to become stronger..So take heart..You WILL recover, I guess the key to permanent recovery is to recognise when we are becoming over stressed and be able to push the off button when circumstances and some people threaten to drain our energy.

Have you been given any further of support and advice from your doctor? Sometimes we seem to have to find our own way through the mire. I was interested in the ginger/turmeric supplements  I shall investigate further..Thank you.  

Keep me updated....If it will help you to feel less alone I shall let you know what happens next on my journey. but don't want to bog you down.

Good luck X

I hope you have recovered a little bit! I’m generally feeling much better but every little stressful situation brings symptoms back....I rest whenever I can. 

Hello Sabrina. I am glad to hear you are generally feeling much better.  I tried to get on the site to reply yesterday but my keyboard was going all funny and missing some characters. Consequently my details were not recognised.

Well, I do not know quite what to do at the moment. The doctor had not received the letter from the neurologist and I had to ask the hospital to send another. They confirmed that the nerve tests showed no abnormalities but I had flare ups following the test as I said.   was beginning to feel somewhat better when I went down with a cold and felt generally weak. Just got over that and I suddenly had another (although brief) moment of panic when my leg seized up again when I was out. My back is not feeling too good but I have goodish days and not so good days.  I have not been back to the doctor as yet. Have been hoping to get over this on my own. May need to make an appointment to try and put my mind at rest but hate the thought of going back to doctor. I had it in mind that he would have let me know if he thought it necessary.  What am I like? 

Have not tried the Turmeric/ginger yet.....although have bought some.

Are you on any medication unrelated medication?

I have had issues going on for the last eight months regarding work being done around the house. This has not helped my anxiety, and every muscle and tissue in my body seems to be strained to max and I can never feel relaxed. Am now actually scared to go to the doctor in case my blood pressure is up. 

I have Dr Claire Weekes books and I have started to re-read one of them and she explains how alarming set-backs can be. Not wrong there. 

Thank you for getting back to me. It is good that you are managing to get some rest. Hopefully, and I am sure it will the case, you will find that your setbacks are fewer and farther between and that you will feel fully restored. 

Bless you. Keep me informed of your progress xx

I can so well relate to the things you say, it’s like a page out of my book...I was at my worst moving to a new house , the stress became overwhelming and I was afraid to loose my job as I was sitting or laying in my car most of the time at my job , since I couldn’t function when the dizziness and weakness became overwhelming...you know the story. I thought sooner than later I will loose the ability to work and that put an extra load of anxiety on me. 

Could your problems have to do with your back? Maybe any pinched nerves?? I will definitely look into the book.

I am not on any medication, have a bit of high blood pressure , but no medication yet needed. 

I was recently also sick again with a bad throat infection and my leg and arm weakness came right back...I have now tingling and numbness again. I still can’t believe , that the doctor hasn’t found a physical source for this. Well I should be glad he didn’t and I’m very happy to hear all your tests came back ok!! This will somewhat already make you feel better. 

Let me know how it goes! I keep fingers crossed for some improvement and I’m sure it will come even tough it can take longer !! 

Hi Sabrina

I pressed the like button. not because I am pleased you have been suffering but because it was good to hear from you. I guess you knew that anyway.

I can echo what you say as I can relate to so much of what you experience 

I do try to take comfort in the fact that the nerve test seems to have been ok. Still don't know if the doctor received the report. I tried to make a doctors appointment a day or two ago just for a little assurance and to talk about my BP medication but unless it is urgent the earliest appointment they

could give me was some time in May so I left it.  I have. however. managed to get a medication review  APP only,, booked May 1st !!

I do hope you can control your BP naturally. I do not like taking meds but I have been on my present ones for years. I would love to be able to just come off them

Yes tingling and numbness too. I am convinced that prolonged use of computers and mobiles does not help with some of the symptoms. I may have said that before/

The other day I was having pains all down my back and my ribs. Don't know what that was about but a good rub down where I could reach with some Vicks soon dealt with it,.You are probably right about my back. I HAVE been seeing a physio ..he says my muscles are very tight. He didn't mention trapped nerve though but I shall ask more when I see him again. It's  expensive as it is difficult to get on NHS. Worth it though. Neck problems can cause dizziness too. But of course, bad posture and tension caused by stress and anxiety can cause all of these things so who knows.

I have some exercises to do but am afraid of getting stuck doing them Lol..Am sure I should be better if I just got on with it. Oh and must remember to drink more water. Being hydrated can do all sorts to a body.Do you drink enough?

Well better try and get some sleep now. Am convinced that what you are experiencing at the moment is just a blip and a temporary setback brought about by your throat infection. You must take comfort in the fact that they all came back clear.. I have only had blood test and the nerve test. I am not sure I could cope with a scan

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Keep me up to date with your progress. Sorry for such a rambling reply

My pcp also said muscles in the neck have a lot to do with dizziness and tingling in the legs/arms. And stress of course increases the tense muscles . I am sitting in the office all day and think that may not help either. But being active has become more difficult. 

I feel like I’m repeating myself, but hey it’s all about letting it all out and feeling better....I have had recently real problems with pain all over my body especially in my calves and arms. Feels like I have been working out for hours when I fact I only walked the dog. The pain was so bad I couldn’t sleep at night , my legs were feeling hot and prickly and I was extremely tired, to the point that I almost had to pull over wanting to take a nap...

I do try to drink enough water. The one time I ended up in the ER they told me I was dehydrated  and since then I am doing my best. 

Did you ever have a setback with your legs not moving ? I hope something will make you feel better and if it’s just time. Always remember the doctor didn’t find anything and it’s all stress. Please let me know how you feel and give me a little update. And remember you’re not alone!