my anxiety and panic is out of control, help! I am mimicking ms symptoms!

I had migraines with aura at one point in my life. Earlier this year, before I started seeking treatment, I had grown very frustrated that my typical way of handling them wasn't helping.

Guess what? When I got on the right dosage of an SSRI, they went away. Stress headaches closely mimic migraine with aura, at least for me.

Are you receiving any treatment for your anxiety?

Im not on any medication, I try to do natural things, medication scares me, I may need to trya low dose though

Hi C.L and welcome,

I am sorry that you are suffering anxiety and symptoms. I understand how scary and confusing this all can be.:(

I am going to post a link to our Resources. It is filled with many self-help ideas that could be of benefit for you. There are coping skills such as breathing and PMR (progressive muscle relaxation) that can bring down overall stress levels and reduce physical symptoms. There are also book recommendations including two books specifically for treating health anxiety.

https://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=9&m=104206

If you find you need further help...why not talk to your doctor about a therapy referral if you have not done so. Or perhaps if you have already gone that route...it may be a good idea to re-visit that option. I personally went through two rounds of CBT before I started to benefit and find recovery.

Keep posting with us as well. Support is key...and we are here to understand and care.:)

Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat