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Posted 12/4/2013 5:07 AM (GMT 0)
I am sick with the common cold and my anxiety is making it hard to say the least. I have had cold chills, muscle aches, cough, shivers, sneezing, watery eyes but no fever (yay). Now I am a bit anxious because I hate being sick and my body is achey. My asthma is acting up a little and that doesn't help either. I did do a treatment and that has helped. So anxiety not too bad. I am sorry to vent but I am a little anxious and want to know of this happens to anyone else?
Posted 12/4/2013 3:21 PM (GMT 0)
Hi S2S,

Oh yes! Being sick definitely ramps up anxiety for many people!

For me, it is more surrounding stomach  bug issues...but it is the same idea...when your body is sick/weak, anxiety has a prime opportunity to try and dominate.

I am glad that you see it for what it is, can use your coping skills and that you came here for support.:)

I am sure that you will be hearing from others as well...like I said, you are not alone in this.

Get lots of rest, and take good care of yourself, so that you can recover quickly!:)

S.C.
Posted 12/4/2013 6:00 PM (GMT 0)
I find being sick to cause anxiety as the "what if?" thoughts start sneaking into my mind.  What if I miss 1, 2 or 3 days of work - how will I catch up, am I letting my co-workers down?  I hate upper respiratory infections.  Is it viral or bacterial and on I go.

When I am well I dream of having a day off where I feel "not to good" but good enough to lay in bed and read all day - but it never happens like that.

Drink lots of fluids and rest.  No worrying and you will be better in no time.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 12/5/2013 2:41 AM (GMT 0)
S2S, a head cold always makes me antsy, years ago I would let it lead me into full anxiety, now I just take
a half xanax and a hot tody, may you find Peace!

Larry ***
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