Feeling Aweful

[oicuamy]

I have not been feeling well at all. I know that if I go to the Doctor they will tell me my anxiety is out of control again. I can’t get myself to eat or drink much because my stomach has a sickening feeling. It’s so hard to think this is all in my head. UGH!

[Agora1]

Hi oicuamy, It is an awful feeling to feel intense Anxiety. Whatever the doctor may tell you, it is always important to start with his diagnosis. With Anxiety, these feelings stem from the thoughts originating in our brain, however the stomach is sometimes thought of as the second brain because it has the same neuro receptors. The difference being our gut can't think but the feelings are strong and true.

Because you can't eat or drink, I would advise seeing your doctor so as this doesn't get out of control even more. You need the hydration, you need the nourishment in order to have a good functioning mind and body. Knowing what made it go out of control may need some therapy and possibly short time medication. We can't always fix the problem but we can learn to accept it for what it is. An Anxiety producing issue. We need to find

other ways to calm our over sensitized nervous system which is sending out red flags telling us we are in danger.

The danger is not real but our stomach is reacting to it as a real threat. Using deep breathing and having a plan as in how to deal with the stress is a good way to approach not getting stuck in this cycle. I wish you well in getting the help you need right now. It's going to be okay, just need to take those first few difficult steps forward. xx

[melbrown in reply to Agora1]

Agora1 biggest hugs❣ You are such a sweetheart to people. Hope you are well.

[Agora1 in reply to melbrown]

Thanks for the hugs...Sending love back to you. Make it a great day! xx

[guynfl2chat]

We are are own worst patients. We make our symptoms worse by overthinking them. I cant tell you how many times I think I am having a heart attack or ulcer. I overthink the symptoms and make them feel worse. I would recommend trying to relax and breathe and see if you feel better. Its amazing how anxiety will make us into medical nervous wrecks!

[melbrown]

I can relate to how you feel oicuamy.... feeling the same way right now. Not fun... trying hard to relax... Sending hugs.