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Posted 1/12/2017 1:35 PM (GMT 0)
Just made an appointment with my doctor and I am so scared. My anxiety fully came to light when I thought I was having a heart attack a few months ago. Now for the past 2 weeks I have been getting weird shooting pains in my head, constant ringing in my ears and mild headaches. I know its probably nothing but the fear of it being something is driving me crazy.

I had cancer when I was 5 was cured and it never returned. It never really had a major impact on my adult life. I have three kids, 2 of which were c sections and they did not go well. I thought I would going to die both times. Then just about 3 years ago we lost my mother in law, it was sudden and unexpected and every since then I am petrified of something happen to me. Seeing the pain my kid went through when she passed makes me fearful to find out something is wrong with me. Which of course makes my anxiety even worse.

I don't know what these pains and ringing ears could be from. Has anyone experienced these symptoms in conjunction with anxiety?
Posted 1/12/2017 4:18 PM (GMT 0)
Hi LBTM,

I am sorry you are having a difficult time right now. I understand how challenging symptoms like this can be. :/

It is good that you made an appointment, so that you can get the answers you need, and relief from the worries you're currently having.

For now, work your coping skills...and remember that you are likely dealing with anxiety and/or a benign issue such as ear congestion/infection that can be easily treated.

Let us know how it goes at your appointment, and know we are here in support. smile

S.C.
Posted 1/13/2017 3:20 AM (GMT 0)
Dear Mom, I live with your symptoms, most of my life, I'm almost 75.

Don't do the "what if thinking". Peace

Larry ***
Posted 1/13/2017 2:31 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you guys for your support. She doesn't think any of it is neurological. Prescribed me Buspirone to try to calm my anxiety. Started it today, hope it helps.
Posted 1/13/2017 4:05 PM (GMT 0)
LBTM,

Great job on going in for help!


Wishing you the best on your start up!! I hope it gives you the edge you need to start feeling your best!

Continue practicing your coping skills as well...and keep us posted, so we can keep you in support!

S.C
Posted 1/13/2017 5:52 PM (GMT 0)
A health scare can absolutely trigger anxiety. See how the meds work and keep getting the answers you need. Knowing it's just anxiety can help you process and deal with that. xo
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