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Posted 6/23/2016 4:08 AM (GMT 0)
Slap my wrist..I googled:(
Have had a strange new sensation of my bottom teeth feeling like they are squeezing together. Dr. Google says that's a sign of angina..along with this joint pain I've recently been experiencing.

Cue the chest and back pains starting..can't confirm if this was already happening along with the teeth sensation...it's now hours past my bedtime and while the teeth thing has stopped, my back and chest are still very sore.

I am under a lot of stress right now. My husband is having a party here this Saturday. I want to hide away in my bedroom. I'm so tense about the whole thing.

My son has night terrors and has been getting up screaming and crying nightly for over two weeks now.

I went to the doc last week and told him about my chest pains. He thinks costocondritis. Do you feel that in your back too??
I'm considering the ER tomorrow to get things checked out. My brain is telling me "if you make it til tomorrow".

Always on my mind are my young kids who still need me. What happens if I die. They won't remember me. I don't want to miss seeing them grow up. I love them so much...

I feel unwell. Physically though I know mentally I'm probably not that great either. It feels like symptom after symptom are piling up, telling me there is no way this is just anxiety and I'd be stupid not to get it checked out.
Posted 6/23/2016 4:59 AM (GMT 0)
Hi PG,

Awww...I won't slap you on the wrist...you clearly are suffering enough. :( I am so sorry you are going through this.

Try your best to believe your doctor...and to remember that you are, as you mentioned, under stress at the moment...that is surely contributing to your symptoms.

...and the anxiety never admits, "Oh yeah, that's just me." Nope, it cowardly points the finger at other things...making us believe the worst.

Put it in its place with some positive mantras and relaxation exercises!

Try to remember that the Google searches never bring about peace, or an accurate/applicable explanation...and try instead to focus on working towards your recovery.:)

You are going to be alright...keep posting and let us know how you are doing soon.

S.C.
Posted 6/23/2016 7:40 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Sorry your having a tough time at the moment but don't be to hard on yourself we have all been down the Dr Google route.

I get bad rib pain which can cause chest pain and this is a result of having a chronic back pain condition so it could be coming from your spine.

Do all you can to lower your anxiety as you will find that your pain will improve if you are feeling less anxious I like to use Mindfulness Meditation which works well on both anxiety and pain.

Hibee
Posted 6/23/2016 12:02 PM (GMT 0)
Hi PG!

So sorry you are going through this tough time. We have all Googled, indeed! However, it is rarely a good idea...reading all the symptoms seems to add to your symptoms.

Your Dr's diagnosis is a very common problem and yes, it can cause back problems also. It can be very painful as most inflammation problems are. The spice turmeric is a great natural anti-inflammatory.

Try not to be so hard on yourself. You have a lot going on and it is not unusual to suffer from different problems when you are under pressure. You would be amazed at the number of people who spend all day and night wondering if they will make it until tomorrow. I used to feel that way all the time. I have had medication and psychotherapy treatment, and am finally past the constant worry.

Maybe next time you are tempted to google physical symptoms, you can google about Mindfulness or I also like googling positive news. Best of luck to you!
Posted 6/23/2016 5:57 PM (GMT 0)
Hi PG,

Try to remind yourself that anxiety makes us feel all types of silly things that we can't always put our finger on...

Sending you hugs!
Posted 6/24/2016 5:16 PM (GMT 0)
PG:

You said,

"My son has night terrors and has been getting up screaming and crying nightly for over two weeks now."

Why is your son waking up screaming for the last 2 weeks?
Posted 6/28/2016 12:38 AM (GMT 0)
Tim Tam my son has ADHD. He has night terrors and he sleep walks. We've had to put bolts on the front door because he walked outside once. He's almost 9 now and hasn't slept through the night since he was born :( he's on new meds and I think they are contributing to the frequency of these night terrors.
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