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Posted 7/27/2013 3:46 PM (GMT 0)
I was online researching my symptoms when I saw "Sudden brief dizziness, head rush and slightly faint feeling" subject line pop up. After reading just about every post, I realized that I am not the only one feeling this way and that what I am feeling isn't all in my head. Unfortunately, that particular post is now locked. I wonder if there is another open forum on this site where I can discuss my situations???


shakehead
Posted 7/27/2013 5:04 PM (GMT 0)
Hi jubbs,

Yes, that thread was getting rather long, so I locked it...

...however, you have now started a new one!:) It was needed, as you can see. We have had many members who experience this sort of symptom.

Please feel free to add on to this and let us know more about your story. We are here to listen and help anytime.:)

Lookig forward to getting to know you better.

Scaredy Cat
Posted 7/27/2013 7:46 PM (GMT 0)
Here is my story....

about 4 months ago..I had a feeling come over me. It was like my body totally freaked out! All I could do is lay in the bed as it felt as though I was going to fall flat on my face if I got up. If I did stand up, I just knew I would tip over and fall. I leaned on the wall for support every chance I could. When I was in bed, I didnt know if I wanted to cry, pass out, or throw up. I just knew how I felt wasnt normal. I went to the doctor who told me my RBC & WBC was low. After a couple of weeks, my WBC was back to normal, but my RBC wasnt. Since being told I that I am anemic, I took iron pills. I was doing ok for a while...then, that jittery, nauseous, and dizzy feeling would come up from time to time. I felt that I was walking sideways (if that makes sense) and that at any moment, I would fall over. Im aware that anxiety and depression runs in my family and wonder if it has now made its way to me. Im truly tired of feeling this way and just want it to stop!! I have an appointment with my doctor within the next week. I also have decided to make an appointment with an ENT as sometimes my left ear feels full and the left side of my nose feels congested....

sad
Posted 7/27/2013 9:51 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for sharing more information. I think that you may want to try some breathing exercises and other stress relieving coping skills until your upcoming appointment with your doctor.

You can find these in our Resource Guide on our main page, 1st post. Many people who deal with anxiety have the dizziness as a symptom...and proper breathing techniques can often alieviate the issue.

Hopefully you will get your iron levels re-checked so that you know where you stand with the anemia, as well as getting a full check up to rule out anything physical.

Then, you can know whether or not you should focus on dealing with treating the anxiety and/or depression.

Be sure to tell your doctor all of your experiences, feelings and concerns, so that he/she can get an accurate assesment of your health.

Good move with the ENT as well by the way...treating the allergy/congestion could be a quick fix for this issue.

Keep posting with us if you find it helpful. We are here to listen and understand!

S.C.
Posted 7/28/2013 2:59 AM (GMT 0)
Just say Nooooo to google wish I could tell you not to worry about this because I too have this,and it's not fun at all with this the floor can become un-easy&feel like it's moving&can feel like your feet are about to come from under you& yes it's scary. But hun google will not help this problem will only bring&add un-wanted fear and more problems with more worry that will only add more stress,that isn't good for dizzy spells anemia is nothing to stress over either and pills will help fix this I was full blown anemic&use to take iron pills 3times a day. And also look into pill that is more easy on your tummy for the green ones I couldn't take,and had to get red long ones that was way more,better&didn't mess with my tummy&if you are still taking iron better to eat first&coat your tummy. Iron by it's self will make any one sick.
Posted 7/28/2013 12:36 PM (GMT 0)
Yes!! I think Google almost sent me in a frenzy yesterday!!! cry I think that is what I get for trying to diagnose myself! smh. Knowing that I'm not alone with this helps tremendously! I am trying breathing exercises (even as we speak) to ensure that I can function throughout the day, despite the floor moving under my feet from time to time. What type of iron pills do or did you take? What I took didnt agree with me, so now I am on a quest to find something that will work. I am considering the liquid form in addition to pills.

I really appreciate the responses I have gotten so far. I was on the brink of a nervous breakdown until I found this site. I will continue to post updates.
Posted 7/28/2013 9:04 PM (GMT 0)
Vertigo. And low Bp can hit us all at different times, for no reason. Also any brief change in our hormones etc. I just had a dizzy spell and checked my Bp..it wasn't severely low.. But it was lower.
It does not mean you have a disease. My hubby hates google cause all that's going on and me looking for confirmation.

I was on lexapro for a month didn't feel like it was helping so we are weaning off of it. Now to deal with the klonopin. Usually someone gets off something cause they feel better. I am not feeling better, but do not think the med is doing anything.

I wish you luck
Posted 7/28/2013 9:06 PM (GMT 0)
Slow fe is really gentle and does not mess with your tummy as much.
Posted 7/28/2013 9:42 PM (GMT 0)
I think I had one bout with Vertigo thus far....I swear that I was crawling on all fours to get from the bed to other rooms!! smh. I am doing ok for today. I havent had as many spells as I have had in the last few days. I would be excited about this, but I dont want to be set up for disappointment. :(

I do not currently take any meds..well. except Nexium. I think my thoughts are the bulk of my problem. Its like I cant turn my brain off. My thoughts race. The next thing I know, im breathing hard, teeth clenched..I dont even realize Im doing any of this.

I havent even told my family what Im dealing with. Its not that I want to hide anything, its just frustrating to try to explain something that I dont have a good understanding of.

One day at a time...that is what I keep telling myself...
Posted 7/29/2013 12:32 AM (GMT 0)
I agree. I am getting off meds I just got on. Try finding some natural supplements that will calm your thoughts. I have Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Depression and I have been on meds 9 out of 15 years. This time none of the meds are doing the trick.
Posted 7/29/2013 12:38 AM (GMT 0)
I am looking into a more holistic approach to calming my nerves. You mentioned that you are getting off the meds you just got on....will you be trying anything else?? Or is there another alternative you want to explore??
Posted 8/2/2013 3:45 PM (GMT 0)
I am back in panic mode!!!!
Posted 8/2/2013 4:04 PM (GMT 0)
I am sorry to hear that you are feeling panicked.:(  Try some of these techniques from our Resources for getting into calm place again. 

Know that the sensations that you are feeling, though uncomfortable, will pass, and can not harm you.

I hope that you are feeling better soon.  Let us know how you are in a while, okay?

S.C.

http://www.ehow.com/video_4405003_breathing-exercises-panic-attacks.html

http://www.ehow.com/video_4405003_breathing-exercises-panic-attacks.html

http://www.youtube.com/user/healthealingnetwork?feature=pyv&ad=4342564202&kw=meditation&v=yHYKSYPoNg4&lr=1

Posted 8/2/2013 6:57 PM (GMT 0)
Im doing ok....Im thinking too much about these symptoms. Even though my doc is concerned about my anemia, im concerned about everything else. I make it a point to stay away from Google...cause researching my issues is only driving me stir crazy!! Its like I can feel the panic coming..I get a hot flash..before I know it...my heart is beating so fast I can hear it in my ears!!! The lightheaded feeling hasnt been that bad the last few days...I enjoy these times. Im sorry for the panic mode blurb...I have kept how Im feeling in for so long that I feel that letting it out feels like Im doing something wrong... :( Thank you for your breathing exercises, I will definitely check them out!!

Post Edited (jubbs12) : 8/2/2013 3:49:21 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 8/2/2013 9:53 PM (GMT 0)
Don't feel bad...this is the place to let loose with your feelings!!!

Yeah, practicing the breathing and relaxation techniques regularly, reduces stress daily, plus helps you to be ready when you really need them...because you don't want to try to learn them in the midst of panic...you want to have them down beforehand!

I hope that you have a calm and symptom free weekend! Keep posting.:)

S.C.
Posted 8/3/2013 1:24 AM (GMT 0)
Picturing a stop sign and saying it out loud or in my head
truly stops it. That would not work without my daily
use of Paxil. I take the maximum dosage.

Feeling dizzy, like I am going to pass out, black out
is the worst. It lasts and lasts so long that I wonder
if it's some type of allergy.

The breathing helps but I have to gain control of myself
before I can start doing deep breathing. My body wants
me to get up and run out of the building. I fight that
urge very strongly.
Posted 8/3/2013 1:50 AM (GMT 0)
RApatient....I feel the same way. I am not currently on any medication besides Nexium. But this lightheadedness is enough to send me screaming down the highway!!! I am doing pretty good with the breathing and telling myself to relax. I talked to my doc about it, but all they seem to care about is my anemia..which could possibly be contributing to my dizzispells..

I fight the urge to cry because of my fustration..its like, this came out of no where..and it is driving me crazy!! :(

All I hear in my head is "make it stop, make it stop"


smh
Posted 10/8/2013 4:40 AM (GMT 0)
It has been awhile since I have had an episode....but its back again!!! As I try to get a hold of how I am feeling, I keep thinking what is going on that is causing these dizzy spells..what did I do to myself that this is the result.... This recent episode caused me to stumble at work one day, not good at all. Its been about a week since the episode began and although the dizziness has lessened significantly, the lingering effects are still there. I am frustrated, but keeping a postive attitude and trying to work through this....sigh sad

hope everyone is doing well....
Posted 10/8/2013 2:31 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Jubbs,

I am sorry to hear about your recent setback.:( I also had a 3 or 4 day bout of being off center recently. We sometimes never know where/when our symptoms are going to pop up. Sometimes there is a definite trigger...others times not so much. I can honestly say that I rarely FEEL anxious before I have a physical manifestation of the stress. That just goes to show how many of us supress this stuff!

Have you been keeping up on your coping skills? That is where I lapse. When I am feeling 'fine', I tend to let up on them...leaving me vulnerable.

What helped you the most back in August? You had a few good weeks...can you credit it to something in particular...and can you start doing that again to gain some recovery again?

Keep posting with us. We understand and care and are always here to support.

Talk to you soon,

S.C.
Posted 10/8/2013 4:38 PM (GMT 0)
I think what helped at that time was my breathing techniques and my girlfriend calm and understanding nature. Im currently out of the country on assignment and been here about a month. Like you, I dont believe I was stressed before this episode occured...but I guess Im so good at tucking it away, I dont realize its there. I must admit, I let my coping skills fall by the waist side....I see that it wasnt a good idea to do so. Now, I make time throughout my day to get away for at least 5 minutes and just breathe....even if I have to go hide in the bathroom. Although I am still a little fustrated about its return, I am working on maintaining and keeping a journal so I can pinpoint what happens before, during and after my episodes...

Thank you so much for the support!! I will keep you posted!
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