Brain Zaps while sick

[treyjeff]

Hello everyone,

For the last 5-6 days I’ve been dealing with what I believe to be a cold unfortunately.

I also suffer from anxiety and depression, the former of which I’ve had my ups and downs with for about 6 years now.

Last night while ringing in the new year with friends I felt a scary depersonalization sensation, which was coupled with brain zaps, dizziness, and some tingling in my tongue and lips.

It was only after I vomited twice that I felt relief, and also a nights sleep. Today, though, I took a nap and after I woke up from that I am now experiencing the brain zaps and slight tingling once again. I’m planning on going to a walk in clinic tomorrow as I have a flight back to NYC where I now live (did I mention I’m horrified of flying?)

safe to say I am scared.

Words, knowledge or advice would be appreciated

Thanks

[Blueshirt]

Start with some deep breathing exercises and online reading. The make a quick coping plan. Are you near a gym that you can access? If not please get out and go for a long walk. Listen to some podcasts and engage your body and mind in being busy, occupied with ordinary life. Good luck

[Relaxdude in reply to Blueshirt]

try and identify the reason for the anxiety and remove that. Think of things to do that you know make you calm. Avoid screen time, especially any intensive gaming. Walking, reading, swimming, enjoying watching and appreciating the countryside are all helpful. Focus on three things each day that you can be thankful for. 🤗