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Posted 2/16/2015 9:57 PM (GMT 0)
hi! I'm 16 years old and I have the worst anxiety. it started summer of 2013 when I became very scared of doctors. I became hyper aware of my heart beat and I had anxiety attacks everytime I even thought of a hospital. a few days passed and I was fine, but I noticed spots in my vision and my heart beat in my eyesight. since then I have been getting dizzy, having chest pain, and had horrible horrible anxiety attacks, and it makes me so nervous im scared something horrible is going on. it's been 1 year and a half that im going through this and idk what to do please help im scared :((
Posted 2/16/2015 10:12 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Shayla,

I'm sorry you're feeling like this :( I've suffered with anxiety for many years and I know how awful it can make you feel.

I suggest that you make an appointment with your primary care doctor. They will be able to examine you and determine is something is wrong (which there probably isn't, anxiety plays nasty tricks on the mind). They can also refer you to a therapist and prescribe you medication to ease your anxieties and worries!

It might be hard right now but it will get better in time. I'm 21 now and have been suffering with anxiety and panic attacks since I was 17.
Posted 2/17/2015 2:27 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Shay and welcome. :)

I too am sorry to hear of your anxiety challenges...we know how difficult this can be.

Have you discussed your struggles with your parents? Have you started the process of seeking help?

Let us know what you have tried thus far, and we will our best to help you in your next step!

With support and understanding...talk to you soon.:)

S.C.
Posted 2/17/2015 3:49 AM (GMT 0)
This sounds like anxiety 101. If you have not discussed this with your parents, I would do that first and then look into seeing your primary care physician.

Good luck.
Posted 2/17/2015 8:48 PM (GMT 0)
I just went to the eye doctors and my eyes are perfectly healthy! now im nervous it is something with the brain, but the only symptom I have a brain tumor is dizziness and so idk
Posted 2/17/2015 9:38 PM (GMT 0)
Hello,

I am writing this as both a mum and an anxiety sufferer...

Firstly, I am glad you have posted on here as it is a friendly and supportive place. I agree with the others, that it would be good if you could speak to your parents about this - but if you really can't, perhaps an aunt or family friend? Just so you have someone to support you and fight your corner.

Then either with that person or without, speak to your GP about this as they may want to run some tests to make sure you are not ill. It does sound like anxiety though.

If it is anxiety, your GP is likely to offer you medication and / or therapy. Don't forget that medication can be helpful but is not for everyone, so listen to advice but if you want to try therapy before taking medication then tell them that. This is another reason to have a supporter with you - to make sure you are both happy with the advice from your GP.

Good luck and big hugs x
Posted 2/18/2015 5:03 PM (GMT 0)
Shay,

I sounds like you have checked out physically...but the fear that something is wrong remains?

This is a common component of health anxiety. It is treatable, but you will want to seek help with a therapist to help you to break the negative/fearful thinking that has developed.

Here are some self-help links to check out until you and your folks can get you set up with talking with someone.:)

They really can help...so take the time to go through them.:)

Keep posting with us if you find it helpful!

S.C.
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