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Posted 4/17/2018 3:59 PM (GMT 0)
I am the first to admit I have high anxiety. I have MS and many other autoimmune diseases. My husband is extremely sick and I can't deal with being his caregiver. I will do whatever I can for him, but I am a terrible nurse and I don't feel like I'm helping him. So, watching him suffer is making a complete wreck out of me. I keep worrying that I will be so sick I won't be around to take care of him.

Yesterday was especially rough and I had the sudden dizziness like I've never had before. Couldn't even lay down. I was so worked up that I thought I was stroking out. Took a little Xanax which does help somewhat.

I just don't know how to relax and take things as they come. I keep looking to the future and all I see is sadness.

I know you all can't help me but I had to get it down in words. thanks.
Posted 4/17/2018 8:32 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Ozarker,

I am sorry you are going through so much currently. sad It sounds like too much for you to be both suffering from health issues yourself AND also caring for your husband with his illness/needs.

Can you in any way afford to have some help come in? Are there any family, friends/neighbors/church members who could provide you respite?

How is your dizziness today? If this seems like more than your average anxiety induced issue, you may want to rule out vertigo...which can actually get worse when lying down!

Try your best to carve out time to practice your coping skills...and do use your rescue med to get you through the toughest days. Talk to us anytime you need to vent and get some understanding!

Sending hugs and encouragement,

S.C.
Posted 4/17/2018 9:12 PM (GMT 0)
When I am feeling high anxiety I get dizzy. When my anxiety resurfaced a couple months ago it was very hard to sleep because I was constantly dizzy when I layed down. I get dizzy throughout the day at random times still, I always have and I know now it’s just a physical symptom of my anxiety. I tell myself it’s just anxiety and I can relax. Hope you are feeling better today!
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