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scarred of my 'anxiety' symptoms

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ben31896
ben31896

I have been suffering with anxiety on and off for the past year or so. About two months ago i started to feel it come back again (feeling depressed, anxious). I was getting symptoms like stiff hands and pain in my back. I then had a panic attack which led to me going to a and e, they took blood test and assured me i was ok. However, the anxiety grew and i started to convince myself there was a bigger problem. It caused me great distress and i began to think about possible diseases that i could have, ms, mnd it really scares me. I would tell my family and they would say I'm paranoid or worrying about my symptoms. However i went to the doctor who sent me for blood tests and suggested i see a counsellor. The blood test came back fine, yet i still thought something was wrong. I think about what it could be and have small panic attacks, and emotionally I'm a wreck. I get nauseous when i think about what could be wrong with me, and as for the counselling I'm still waiting to here from them. I don't know what to do, I'm caught between believing in the anxiety and worrying about what's wrong. Does anyone have advice for me? Thank you.

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  • barry82881
    barry82881 ben31896

    Posted

    Ben,

    There's only 2 things you can do here. 1. if you really, truly believe that there is an underlying problem then you MUST address it. Go back to the docters as many times as it takes. They're there to help you after all. Secondly, worrying never helped anyone. Don't under any circumstances Google your symptoms. There can be NO good outcome from this. 

    Surround youself with comfort and peace of mind. Take natural supplements & get some exercise & see if that way can be of benifit to you. Most importantly, talk about it. Whether on here, to family or in counselling. 

    Breathe in, & out. Steady your mind

    B

    • ben31896
      ben31896 barry82881

      Posted

      Thank you. I have been to the doctors on a few occasions now and they have told me that I'm healthy. They have done some tests, and i have been given anti anxiety treatment that seems to help a little. My family say that counselling will help (my mum and sister have been through similar experience's) i talk to them often and it helps briefly but i still often get worrying anxious thoughts.
    • barry82881
      barry82881 ben31896

      Posted

      Science doesn't lie, mate, so I hope that gives you some piece of mind at least. Remember, we are all here because, in some way, shape or form, we're all in the same boat. You're not alone. 

      Stay +, Ben, it's the best way

      B

  • athol91131
    athol91131 ben31896

    Posted

    Hi Ben. There is a very good book that will explain all of your symptoms and also, more importantly, how to get out of your anxiety state. It is call 'Self Help for your Nerves' by Dr. Claire Weekes and is the industry standard for helping with anxiety and depression. Dr. Weekes was twice nominated for a Nobel prize for her work and can be trusted. Your library may have it or it can be got online. Good luck. You will be ok.
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