Debilitating Nausea daily

Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my post. I am a single, 31 year old, full time paralegal student. That might sound awesome, but the road to get here has not been easy. I have been through so many things in life. I have made many sacrifices and have taken many risks in order to allow myself the opportunity to achieve my goals.

For the past year or so, I wake up every single day with severe nausea. The nausea is so bad it makes me gag, although I have never actually vomited. I admit that I am totally stressed out. I was laid off from my favorite job, I have been unemployed for a while and I cannot seem to find work. I search and apply everywhere, but as of yet still no luck. I am behind on several bills, including my car payment (which stresses me out the most). The thought of seeing the repo man pull up in a tow truck causes me to feel anxious, nervous, and even depressed all the time. I also feel stressed because I wish I could help out my parents financially. If it wasn't for them, I would probably be under a bridge somewhere. To add to all of this, I don't have health insurance, so please don't tell me to go see a doctor because it will depress me even more.

My morning nausea started about a year ago and typically would last about an hour or so. Lately, the nausea is lasting longer into the afternoon hours. I know I am hungry, but I have no desire to eat. Food grosses me out even more. I gag and I clinch in pain because it is just the worst feeling. At times, the nausea is accompanied by headaches, and difficulty breathing. Sometimes I feel like I just can't catch my breath. In addition, I have a lot of trouble sleeping. I can't fall asleep and as I am laying in bed, I can feel my heart pounding through my chest. Sometimes it scares me. And once I do manage to fall asleep, I wake up several times throughout the night and I often have nightmares. This is driving me crazy. I want to be healthy and happy so that I can find a good job and move forward with my life. I appreciate any input, as lately I have felt so alone on this journey. Thank you!

p.s. In the past I found that medicinal **** **** provided much needed relief for my nausea and difficulty sleeping. It has even helped with my feelings of depression. Unfortunately, I have no job, no money, and no ways to buy it anymore.

Post Edited By Moderator (Scaredy Cat) : 2/17/2012 3:39:14 PM (GMT-7)

Your nausea is most likely anxiety related, however you may have a benign medical explanation. Helicobacter stomach infections are common and may sometimes be adequately treated with Bi****h containing compounds such as Pepto Bismol. Give that a try. It may cause constipation, but a magnesium containing OTC acid reliever will help this as will 400 mgs of a magnesium supplement. If you see a doctor, try to avoid being given a benzo or you may suffer the protracted addiction/withdrawal that I am dealing with. SSRI's are good drugs to take long term for anxiety/deperssion although they may make you feel worse for the first few weeks.

Good luck.

I feel your pain with nausea. I have had it daily for 7years, and although i've underwent cognitive behaviour therapy i still struggle. I am lucky enough to have a supportive workplace however am about to start at a new one and do not want them to know...wish me luck on that!
The best thing i have found in controlling it, is cutting out all caffeine as well as ensuring im living on a healthy diet with lots of sleep.

Good luck with your recovery https://www.healingwell.com/community/emoticons/tongue.gif