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Posted 4/19/2016 1:24 PM (GMT 0)
This is my very first time posting on HW so I hope I'm doing this right. I started having symptoms of anxiety back in 2011 when my Mother had a massive stroke with seizures. Then I lost my son in June 4,2012 and we became homeless because of my husband losing his job. January 2015 my grandmother passed away and I also last my Daddy on June 4,2015. My symptoms come and go but for the last 4-5 months they have been pretty constant. Weird feeling in my chest likes bubbles and a big thump almost like my heart is getting back on beat, light headed, dizzy feeling like I'm just off kilter, chest pains, jelly arm and legs, etc. I could go on and on. I am a mother of a 8 yr old and a 18 month old. I also work full time. My faith in the Lord and my family is what keeps me going. I'm not on any medication or therapy. I currently have no medical insurance so I'm really trying to stay positive that these feelings will subside. I often wonder if I'm just dealing with panic/anxiety or if it's something more serious. I have been to the ER numerous times and they have done tons of blood work, EKG, Catscan, etc. Results were normal except for my last EKG. The Dr said it wasn't alarming but it was a little different but it could be my normal. It was done at a different ER so they didn't have another one to compare it to. I just need advice or reassurance that maybe because I have been through a lot of tragedies that it will go away one day. I'm sorry this post is so lengthy. Thanks for reading. I would love any feedback or advice I can get.
Posted 4/19/2016 5:20 PM (GMT 0)
Hello M.O.B. and welcome!

Clearly you have been through a lot. I am sorry for your losses, that naturally, are all anxiety triggers.:(

Physical symptoms are especially very hard to deal with...as they are designed in their very nature to get our attention! However, this is often just our mind/body's way of telling us that our stress levels need to be noted and managed.

Since you are not able at this time to access as much help as you would with an insurance plan...

...I am going to post the link to our Resources, that is filled with great self help recommendations. Practiced daily, these coping skills can really make a difference in how you feel.

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

You should find yourself feeling relief from the overall anxiety and physical symptoms with time and continued efforts of the self help.

If not, (or if your symptoms worsen) if you can make it a financial priority to seek a final word regarding your indeterminate EKG results...that might be the next step.

However, I think you'll find yourself feeling better once you attentively give the anxiety management skills your commitment.:)

Post with us anytime. We understand, care and support is key!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 4/19/2016 5:46 PM (GMT 0)
Scaredy Cat- Thank you so much for responding. I will definitely take a look at the resources you have given. It makes me feel better to know I'm not alone in feeling this way.
Posted 4/19/2016 5:49 PM (GMT 0)
As long a you want to keep posting...

...you are NOT alone!

We are an active community that supports one another always! Some of us post everyday, some with less regularity. You choose what works for you...but know we'll be here.:)

S.C.
Posted 4/19/2016 8:02 PM (GMT 0)
You aren't alone at all. Lots of us are in the same boat. Sounds like stress is what got you. I think that stress (in any of its many, many forms) are probably what cause anxiety. It's like living in a nightmare, but I still try everyday to win the battle and return to the cool, confident person I was before.
Posted 4/20/2016 3:29 AM (GMT 0)
Dear Mom, the perils of life have really took a swing at you, if you didnt feel some despair you wouldnt
be normal, I am glad that you find your strength in the Lord so with that in mind just keep laying your
problems at His feet, "I think you are my Hero". Peace

Larry ***
Posted 4/20/2016 7:30 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

You have received some good input above so I just wanted to pop in and say hi and welcome to the forum stick with us as I know you will get good support here from others who understand what you are going through.

Hibee
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