For nearly 3 years I have been having problems with these random (seemingly unprovoked) dizzy spells, dropping sensations and or brain zaps . I mention these three things because sometimes it feels like I have been jolted with electricity, with no warning it just comes out of nowhere . Sometimes I feel like the ground beneath my has just disappeared and I'm dropping like on an elevator , sometimes I just get this slow onset of dizziness that feels unpleasant. I also get tight chest feeling and butterflies in my stomach, often with dizziness
I have been to the doctor's , EKG, blood tests etc and everything is fine . I take no medication but I sometimes use cannabis and drink occasionally. I do consider myself rather anxious at times , but only physically . My thoughts are fine until these episodes occur .
Has anyone else had these symptoms? I'm afraid to go back to the doctor in wasting their time because they have already diagnosed me with anxiety . But I guess I'm just asking for some support as I'm worried that it could be something serious , or if anyone has found some solutions .
I am doing meditation and taking magnesium and ashwanga supplements for anxiety and sleep .
Thanks in advance
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It sounds like you are experiencing the symptoms of anxiety/panic which can be very confusing. They can be your body's way of getting your attention and letting you know that something is off, either mentally, physically or both. It can be compounded if you develop a fear of the feelings. It can be caused by physical issues like if your hormones, thyroid or adrenals are not functioning properly, poor diet or it can be caused by repressed emotions, emotional dysregulation, stress and faulty thinking.
My suggestion is to learn everything you can about anxiety and determine why and how you developed it and how to deal with it and heal from it. I found the DARE Anxiety book and youtube videos very helpful, the book "At last A Life and Beyond" by Paul David and the books and youtube videos by Dr. Claire Weekes. Also working with a therapist who specializes in treating anxiety and even medication temporarily can be very helpful. I also found Somatic Therapy, ACT Therapy and EMDR Therapy to be very helpful. Understanding and learning to accept the anxious part of yourself is key to recovery.
hey bro I have had anxiety and the symptoms are real. But get checked out by a cardiologist please because I went through it all. From chest tightness to chest burning for 15 years. And it was always anxiety I was told. Intill I sent a cardiologist and was found 50 percent blockage in one artery. And yes I’m in shape don’t smoke and never stop. Just watch. Your self sometimes trust you body. And don’t ever feel like a dummy for going to a doctor. It there job. Wish you luck long hard gurney
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