Fear of symptoms of chronic illness

[flagirl]

Hi, I have anxiety about a chronic illness I have. It’s called vestibular migraine, it’s a vertigo and dizziness instead of having the migraine. But there are so many different sensations with it and when I feel the sensations like I’m moving internally but I’m not I get very anxious. I also have hypothyroidism.

I’m on clonazepam for the vertigo and anxiety, I don’t take very much but do take it daily. I take a total of 0.375mgs daily.

I know that the vestibular center and anxiety center in the brain are very close to each other so it can cause anxiety as part of it. I don’t know how to get the anxiety and fear of the dizziness under control. I’m hoping that anyone with chronic illness with anxiety can give me some things to try.

Thank you for listening and any help.

[flagirl]

Thank you for listening and being here. I’ll try the music.

[Catsamaze ADAA Volunteer]

Music is a great idea...for so many things. Thanks...

[Contra21]

Music ain't going to help. Had it 14 years. Try magnesium pills. Regular neck massagew here for you. I Also had my thyroid removed in 2013 and take thyroxine.