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Posted 8/6/2015 2:43 PM (GMT 0)
Hey all

I haven't been able to eat in almost a week now. I try to drink enough water. But it's hard. I have no real appetite. My stomach growls and what not but I don't want to eat. Been getting heartburn a lot and I think the weakness from being malnourished is getting out of control. I keep googling stuff and I'm losing my mind. :(
Posted 8/6/2015 3:07 PM (GMT 0)
Risen!!!!! nono   What did I tell you about google!!! skull , 

Im not doing well today either I find it hard to eat also but I force myself because you don't want to get sick.  Eat something even if its just little stuff.  You will get through this.  stay off google please!!!!!  That's the worse thing to do. 

Posted 8/6/2015 3:11 PM (GMT 0)
I understand how unpleasant the thought of eating can be when your appetite just isn't there.

What worked for me is to eat light, but often, rather than try to force down a full meal in one go.
Posted 8/6/2015 3:30 PM (GMT 0)
I know it's horrible. I just can't do it today and I have another 10 hour day at work. I can't not go in because I need the money but I feel like absolute crap and I haven't eaten and ahhh! I'm losing it!
Posted 8/6/2015 3:33 PM (GMT 0)
Risen, Eat something take a shower and try to go to work , you will feel ok once your there. Work keeps me sane. and STOP!!! GOOGLING SYMPTOMS!!!
Posted 8/6/2015 3:37 PM (GMT 0)
I did take a shower. For the first time in 5 days. Disgusting I know, but I couldn't bring myself to get under the water until today. I wish I could eat. It's getting really bad. But the idea of it just makes me sick.
Posted 8/6/2015 3:52 PM (GMT 0)
RISEN!!

You cant do this to yourself. I know easier said than done. Can you make an apt to see your dr. How long have you been on your meds for?
Posted 8/6/2015 3:54 PM (GMT 0)
Well. I mean I got meds a week ago. And I took them once and then I Googled myself out of taking them because of the side effects everyone said they got.
Posted 8/6/2015 4:00 PM (GMT 0)
aww hun, you have to give them a chance to work. it takes a couple of weeks. I know its hard but you will be ok. Everyone is different and not everyone gets side effects. Which medication did they give you.
Posted 8/6/2015 4:05 PM (GMT 0)
20mg of Lexapro and 15mg of Busparone. 10mg of ambien for sleep, which I've been taking.
Posted 8/6/2015 4:27 PM (GMT 0)
Can yOu go back to your Dr. ?
Posted 8/6/2015 4:36 PM (GMT 0)
Not really. Cause of the VA I can only see them every so often and I have no real health insurance.
Posted 8/6/2015 4:40 PM (GMT 0)
20mg of Lexapro is great and helped me a lot. Don't worry about the side effects you Googled. Take the medication and work with your doctor if you feel anything strange. Think about how you feel now without any side effect; taking the medication can help stop you from losing your mind.

Good luck!
Posted 8/6/2015 4:45 PM (GMT 0)
I agree with happy hopper. We are all here and will walk with you each step
Posted 8/6/2015 4:51 PM (GMT 0)
Kaayyyy. I'll try to take it. Ugh. I cannot deal with work today.
Posted 8/6/2015 4:54 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Risen,

Things are going to get better. It will not always be this hard...I know because I have been there.

First of all, you MUST eat. Your low blood sugar are effecting your mood more than you even realize. An empty stomach will actually increase your anxiety. You need a level BGL (blood glucose level) to help keep your mood up.

If you can't handle solids for now, okay...you can get the calories and nutrients you need from an Ensure or BOOST nutritional drink.

Pick a couple up on the way to work, and sip them ice cold throughout the day.

Also, what are you able to do as far as self help? I know you have to work, but you can practice quite a few exercises on the down low...without anyone knowing!

Breathing, progressive muscle relaxation and postive mantras can all be done pretty much anywhere, anytime. Let me know if you need directions/suggestions for how to do any of these!

Have faith that this is going to get better with effort and time. We are here for you, and have been where you are and understnad. Let us know what else you need for support, okay?

S.C.
Posted 8/6/2015 5:44 PM (GMT 0)
SC, I'm not sure how to do things like that on the down low as the ones I've always done require audio guidance.
Posted 8/6/2015 5:50 PM (GMT 0)
risen want to chat?
Posted 8/6/2015 5:53 PM (GMT 0)
Breathing Exercises can be as simple as concentrating on slowing your breathing down, and making sure you are breathing from your abdominals, not up in your chest only. Breathe in for four slow counts, hold for 2 to 3 seconds, and breathe out for four counts.

Postive Mantras are simply healthy thoughts that combat worries or fears. If you are struggling with fears of physical symptoms for example repeat "I am perfectly alright, this is just anxiety making me feel this way."  If you are worried about things in general...try saying "I can handle anything that comes my way today." or for nervousness simply repeat: "Peace and calm will be mine."

Progressive Muscle Relaxation can be modified (it is usually done lying, but does not have to be) to simply tensing, then completely releasing and relaxing muscle groups from you head to toes and back. This forces us to let go of muscle tension we aren't even aware we have!

Try these and see how you feel.:)

S.C.
Posted 8/6/2015 6:16 PM (GMT 0)
SC, I'll try them out, thanks!

Bam, if you can.
Posted 8/6/2015 6:16 PM (GMT 0)
SC, I'll try them out, thanks!

Bam, if you can.
Posted 8/6/2015 6:20 PM (GMT 0)
BE RIGHT THERE JUST BE PATIENT AS IM AT WORK :)
Posted 8/6/2015 8:22 PM (GMT 0)
Bam! I had a big rush. I'm back. :)
Posted 8/6/2015 8:26 PM (GMT 0)
You ok?
Posted 8/6/2015 8:44 PM (GMT 0)
I'm so sorry your going thru this. I remember when I was really bad and I couldn't eat either. But I know that low blood sugar will make you feel worst, so try boost it is a good way to get some calories. It's a drink.
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