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Posted 1/19/2015 1:39 AM (GMT 0)
I have had Anxiety for what seems my entire life.. It has been bad at times then just disappears but now it has come back BAD..!!!! I am afraid of everything i have been Dizzy for almost 2 months most of the time my legs shake i went to Dr who said yes its Anxiety.I am seeing my Psychiatrist this week plus going into Therapy i am a BUNDLE of Nerves & don't know why ? Does anyone get DIZZINESS that does not go away it gets worse when i have gone out.. i exercise every night plus go to the gym 3 days a week but some days i can't even function there want to leave & go home.. Some times if i lay down I'm Dizzy.. i don't have to be standing ..WHY OH WHY Does this happen .. I am having a hard time dealing with this ..What will HELP PLease any suggestions..Thank You.. nono
Posted 1/19/2015 3:52 AM (GMT 0)
Hi BSG and welcome!

I am sorry to hear of the returning anxiety and the dizziness symptom that you are currently suffering. I understand how this feels, and it can be miserable.

Usually when feeling dizzy from anxiety...it is a result of rapid/shallow breathing, or a mild form of hyperventilation, that we are unaware of even doing.

Have you ever tried practicing breathing exercises? These are really effective in reversing the problem. We have instructions for some of these in our Resources. If you'd like me to post the links directly for you, just let me know.:)

You are taking great steps in finding help for yourself...so feel good about that..and best wishes on your upcoming appointments!

Keep posting with us if you find it helpful! Support is key, and we are here to listen anytime. :)

Scaredy Cat
Posted 1/19/2015 5:03 AM (GMT 0)
I think what Scaredy Cat has written is great advice. Sometimes I get dizzy even lying down, and once I started doing some breathing exercises it has really helped. Sometimes it still hits me all of a sudden. I just have to pace myself. I've also found that if my body is trying to fight a virus, I the dizziness gets worse for a time.

I also have low blood pressure, so this is a factor. How is your BP?

Hope you get some relief soon. :)
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