Exhaustion anyone??

Hi all,

This is my first ever post. I'v been reading the anxiety forums for a long time but never signed up until today!!

I'v suffered with anxiety for just over a year now. Im 33 and my main worry is a heart attack at the moment. I have all symptoms chest pain, left arm, jaw etc. Had some tests done, heart problems ruled out so far.

At the moment though what's bothering me the most is the severe fatigue and literally no energy. Is this a symptom of anxiety?? Does anybody else have this?? It worries me because fatigue can be linked to heart problems. Doctor did bloods, checked thyroid and it was normal so u don't know what else to do. I literally need to go back to bed only an hour or two after getting up after a decent nights sleep.

What's wrong with me??

Hi CDK and welcome!

I am glad that you have taken the step to post...it is good to have you join us! :)

I agree with sadgirl...anxiety does eat up our energy...and I echo the idea that you may have some secondary depression as well that is contributing to your exhaustion. I have never felt so wrung out as I did when I was dealing with attacks, coupled with the depression that was a result of my panic disorder being severe at that time.

It is good to hear that all of your physical evaluations came back as normal...

...now you can focus on managing the anxiety. :) What if anything have you done thus far for relief?

Since you've been reading for a while, you've no doubt heard me yammering on about the Resources! ;p

There is great material there, including Stress Relieving Exercises and Health Anxiety help to be found there! If you've not done so already...check it out!

If you find you need more help, then talking to your doctor about medication and or therapy would be the next step to take. There is help and hope for feeling your best again!

Keep talking with us as well...we understand, care and support is key!

S.C.

Thank you all for your replies :)

At the moment I am just using self help techniques like meditation and always have xanax in my bag for when needed which lately seems more than usual. I was on effexor but weaned myself off it when I felt better but it turns out I should have just stayed on it, even though I hate the idea of being on meds everyday.

My bad days seem more often than my good lately but I am also under alot of stress with work, family and college exams. I tried CBT but to me I didnt think it was great, the councellor I got was very religious and he kept bringing everything back to god and religion. I have my own faith but I didnt think councelling was the place to talk about religion. I have been meaning to try a new councellor that my GP says is excellent at CBT but just havent got around to it yet, sometimes it feels like there just isnt enough hours in the day.

Thanks again everyone for reading and replying. It is good to know that I am not the only one exhausted from anxiety.

Hey, CKD, it's good to hear you! Exhaustion and fatigue are my issues, too. Many days I have to sleep during the day. I worry I'll fall asleep if I try to drive. Of course then I have to deal with the guilt of daytime sleeping! It's a maddening cycle. I KNOW I need to be more physical, but some days I can't. Feet like cement blocks are hard to lug around! I've been ruminating about seeking a sleep study, but haven't taken action yet. Seeking a diagnosis for my complaints has been so expensive especially with no job. I've been reading that if you repeatedly stop breathing during the night it'll feel like a panic attack and leave you exhausted the next day.
What are your thoughts about a sleep study for yourself?