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Posted 10/29/2018 7:57 AM (GMT 0)
Hey everyone.
I've been having a rough few days, and tonight hasn't been much better. I've been having problems sleeping for a while, sometimes I could stay up for 48+ hours or longer. I was bitten by something earlier from underneath my sleeve on my right arm and began having muscle cramps, numbness and tingling for a bit. I swatted my arm a few times then immediately threw off my shirts and replaced them. I wasn't sure what bit me. I never seen a spider, or any other bug for that matter. It did leave a small place on my arm, I can clearly see what looks like a bite mark, and another one directly next to it that isn't nearly as visable. Both of them are very tiny, I had to shine a flashlight on it just to get a better look at it.
Anyway, that's been about 17+ hours ago I think... not even an hour ago I thought I felt another bite on my ankle, and swiftly checked it. I even thought I felt the muscles above my ankle begin to cramp, but now I really can't tell if I'm just imagining it or not... This is further causing me from being able to get a good nights rest.

Depression and anxiety have taking my mind over most days, at least that's what I think is going on with me...
I haven't been formally diagnosed, and just a while back put 2 and 2 together on the way I've noticed myself
freaking out all the time on the inside. It's getting to be too much to handle lately, and now I feel like I can't even
trust my own thoughts and sensations when I get overly paranoid. I've also recently noticed that I'm having a hard
time focusing on things. Once I begin thinking about something traumatic that's happened in my life I can't get it off my mind for some time. I've found video games to help with it some of the time, but it's not as effective as it used to
be. I just feel like it's consuming me.

I came here to hear some opinions. I know I should see a professional about these issues, but I haven't seen a regular doctor in forever. (8+ years) I feel like I keep scaring myself out of going...
Posted 10/29/2018 5:02 PM (GMT 0)
Good morning Serge and welcome!

I am sorry that you are currently dealing with anxiety and sleep issues. I know how difficult these both are, so know you are understood here...as many of us have dealt with the same challenges.

I understand your fear of going to the doctor after not being seen for some time. You should certainly make this a goal eventually, however...maybe your first step might be in talking to a therapist and/or working some self help at first.

I found therapy to be invaluable in my recovery and ongoing management plan. I also use self help daily to help me maintain the progress I have made.

At the top of the main forum page here you will find our Resources filled with great material. Meditation Videos, Therapy Worksheets, Stress Relieving Exercises and more can be found.

Take a look and let me know if you need any specific links posted to get you started. Keep posting with us as well if you find it helpful. We understand, care and support is key!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 10/29/2018 7:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

You have received good input from SC so I just wanted to pop in and say hi and welcome the forum we are a friendly bunch here and you will find good support from people who can relate to what you are going through.

Keep us posted on your progress.

Hibee
Posted 10/30/2018 2:00 PM (GMT 0)
I took @Scaredy Cat's advice and checked out the information & resources posted at the
top of the anxiety forum. There's definitely a lot of things I've been able to put 2 and 2 together.
Those bug/spider bites I thought I was feeling, were in fact sensations I was conjuring up from being so stressed
out, coupled with lack of sleep. I finally managed to rest for about 6 hours last night and it's definitely made
a world of difference.
It's just scary to me that I was getting so confused with the pain and sensations I was feeling, not being able to
tell the difference in my mind causing them, or something physical. Once I realized that I wasn't getting bit by
something, it made a world of difference in how I was able to calm myself down, and how quickly!

I'm still planning on getting out to see a therapist or doctor about my issues when I get the chance.

I sincerely thank you guys for the support and information! I'll definitely stick around for a while as I try to
get more control over these problems, or at least get better at coping with them.
Posted 10/30/2018 8:04 PM (GMT 0)
Serge,

It is actually astounding how much our mental state affects our physical being. It is however, not all in our heads...it may originate there, but the physical sensations are absolutely real!

I am SO happy that you found comfort and relief with our self help links! Well done! It takes motivation and some work to put them into practice...but they are powerful tools! Keep up the great work.

Talk soon,

S.C.
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