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Posted 1/4/2013 8:56 PM (GMT 0)
I believe I have some anxiet/panic issues.

For about 2 months now along with normal anxiety symptoms I now have sharp pains that run through my legs/arms through out the day.

Does anyone else experience this.  Is it normal with anxiety/high stressed job?

Any advice will help.

Thanks

Posted 1/4/2013 9:28 PM (GMT 0)
I'm sorry you're having pains; it's frustrating, especially when you don't know what's causing them. I haven't personally experienced this, but it's possible that it is anxiety and stress. Both anxiety and stress wreak havoc on our bodies.

I would consider talking to a doctor about a physical cause for the pains in order to rule that out. If it turns out there is nothing physically wrong, it can be a huge relief and can allow you to focus fully on beating the anxiety.

One last thing I'd ask if if you've started any new medications? It's possible what you're experiencing could be a side effect.

I hope you feel better!

Av
Posted 1/4/2013 10:41 PM (GMT 0)
Hello Joe and welcome to HealingWell.  Anxiety can cause all kinds of symptoms and often it is hard to tell if it is anything to worry about or part of your anxiety.

I am wondering if you have a job that keeps you sitting or standing in one position for long periods of time.  I agree, you may want to check with your Dr. for any possibility of your pains being caused by a medical problem.

You might try doing simple exercises throughout the day - stretching your muscles can be done just about anywhere.

Let us know how you are doing as we are here for you.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 1/4/2013 11:06 PM (GMT 0)
AV- Thanks for responding! I took meds for anxiety last month all month long and now I have stopped. That could be a posibility.

Kitt- I am a finance manager and sit all day long in front of a computer. Through out the day I will get up and walk around to make sure my body is stretched.
Posted 1/4/2013 11:08 PM (GMT 0)
Fyi- I have had 2 ekg's both normal. Blood work- normal. Ecocardiogram- normal.

I think about my health a lot even though I excersise and Doc's tell me my heart and health is good.
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