Heavy feeling in head for 1 week, sometimes getting shortness of breath

Sami127

Regular Member

Joined : May 2012

Posts : 145

Posted 9/2/2013 1:33 PM (GMT 0)

Hi I haven't been diagnosed with any anxiety disorders but I thought this would be the best place to get some answers.

I'm 21 and have ulcerative colitis

This is whats happening.
9 days ago, I felt very nauseous and light headed
That went away within about 3-4 days.
After that I kept getting a heaving/weird feeling in my head,
Almost like a whooshing feeling in my head, it comes and goes but has been there most the time, It's so uncomfortable! I've also been feeling short of breath before bed, I'm about to fall asleep then bam I wake up feeling like I'm out of breath.

I have ulcerative colitis and have had it for 2 years, probably the most stressful time of my life.
Hope someone can help would appreciate it alot

Post Edited (Sami127) : 9/2/2013 8:13:24 AM (GMT-6)

Scaredy Cat

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Joined : Sep 2006

Posts : 28868

Posted 9/2/2013 2:44 PM (GMT 0)

Hi Sami and welcome to the A/P

Although I am sorry that these awful symptoms have brought you here.:(

I assume that you are seen on a regular basis by your docotor(s) as to rule out anything physcial that could be causing the way that you feel?

If so, then I can say that your experiences do sound like anxiety, and it is not unusual to have A/P along with a chronic illness. We have had many members from other forums here crossing over, and dealing with more than one issue.

Until you can talk to your doctor again...to confirm that you are dealing with anxiety and talk treament options...I would recommend trying some self-help ideas.

We have some awesome ones in our Resources here. The breathing and progressive muscle relaxation are especially helpful if practice daily. There are also other coping techniques, informative articles and more.

Give some of the self help exercises a try for a few days and see how you feel. Keep posting with us as well if you find it helpful. We understand and are here to help.:)

Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat

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