bit of a strange one

[Littlechopsxo]

So, my partner was working night shift the other night and I don’t do well when I’m in the house alone, I’d been fine all day until about 30 minutes before he left. I started to get a burning/pins and needles sensation in my left arm, this continued until I fell asleep. When I woke up it was gone but did come back around dinner time yesterday. This continues through the night and then began in my right arm too and now this morning I’m sat with TWO burning/pins and needle arms. There is no redness, no rash, nothing. I am FREAKING out. Could this be anxiety? I’m honestly so scared

[012703060610]

Anxiety can present in many physical ways. For me, it shuts my airways down a bit and my stomach burns. Like from the inside out. I feel like I swallowed a ball of fire and can't breathe at the same time. I have heard others starting migraines or even bowel issues. Certainly if it continues, you should get seen. I think when your partner comes back you may know if it is anxiety related or not. I'm so sorry for how you are feeling. High anxiety isn't fun and being alone makes it harder. I'm very glad you posted! We are all here for you!

[Littlechopsxo in reply to 012703060610]

thank you so much for replying! He has been back since and this feeling still showed up but maybe because I’m anxious about it??? I’m not sure. Tried to call my GP today but for some reason they are closed! It feels like light sunburn on my arms but with out the sunburn. So frustrating I just want to get on with my day but with health anxiety I literally can’t, my body just shuts down and I fixate on what’s wrong ☹️ thank you again for taking time to reply xx

[012703060610 in reply to Littlechopsxo]

Yes, the fear of it all happening again triggers the same anxiety. I was just in the hospital and was released from double pneumonia. I was alone the entire time and I haven't been able to calm my anxiety since getting admitted. It was for double pneumonia and I knew as soon as I went to the ER I was going to get admitted...but I needed to be there. I am supposed to fly this week and I have no idea how I am going to do it. It is to fly across the country for surgery......so it's super important, but I'm afraid I'll ruin it myself. Sometimes we are our own worst enemy.

[Littlechopsxo in reply to 012703060610]

I honestly wish you all the best. I know the struggle is all real. Please look after yourself and I hope everything turns out okay for you xx

[012703060610 in reply to Littlechopsxo]

Thank you. Virtual hugs.

[aWorriedOne]

When I get really hyper-anxious, I get this stabbing feeling right next to my belly button, like someone it trying to push a thumbtack in. It annoys the shit out of me and I can't make it go away, but it eventually fades.

Also, it might be safe to consider going to the doctor if this persists for long periods of time. Left arm pain can be an indicator for heart issues. Don't immediately jump to serious health concerns first though, only if it persists even when you don't necessarily feel anxiety.

[Littlechopsxo in reply to aWorriedOne]

that’s what I panic about heart problems or a stroke but it’s in my right arm now too and my left leg so I don’t know what to think ☹️ I’ve had many ECGS to check my heart and they have all been normal

[aWorriedOne in reply to Littlechopsxo]

You could very well be manifesting it. What self care have you tried to manage the symptoms?

[Littlechopsxo in reply to aWorriedOne]

just trying to take my mind off things tbh and when I’m distracted it’s not so bad

[aWorriedOne in reply to Littlechopsxo]

Have you ever tried meditation and/or yoga? It can be a very good grounding practice for moments like that.

[OtOFrance]

Hello Littlechopsxo I hope your are fine today,

It may, off course, be due to anxiety. Or, more possible, it may be fleas or any insect who have biten you and you have an allergy.

You should ask a specialist's advice I think !

Hope this helps,

Love from France

O