Anxiety through the roof

[Molly79]

Hi all

just after some insight into trying magnesium for my muscle tension and stress.

I have had my 2nd session with a therapist who has provided me with several relaxation cds and a adult colouring book to help with my severe anxiety.

She has suggested I take magnesium powder every day as a aid in helping with my condition. I'm also on the fourth week of my anti depressant medication, low dose being 10mg and nothing has changed. Maybe I need to get the dose upgraded????

I suffer constant chest pain that never lets up. My sleeping pattern is terrible and I worry all the time about my heart. I've tried the relaxation methods and breathing but my body is not taking to these very well.

Im asking if anyone has any other suggestions on other steps I can take in helping my situation as I just want my life back.

[Zeal]

Hi Molly,

I'm sorry to hear about your severe anxiety, associated chest pain and insomnia. Are you being prescribed the antidepressant medication by your doctor (GP)?

For severe anxiety, relaxation and other alternative techniques are not likely to be enough to bring relief. I suggest you go back to your GP for a referral to a psychologist. Your GP can devise a mental health care plan for you, which will greatly reduce the cost of the psych appointments.

Here are some sites that could be helpful (not a substitute for professional help):

http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_ID=46
http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_ID=53
http://www.mindhealthconnect.org.au/

I hope you can get the right help from your GP, which will probably also include a referral.

Best wishes,

Zeal​

[Molly79]

Hey Zeal

Thanks for your quick response. My therapist is a psychiatrist. I will be heading back to my GP and see what else he recommends.

I have had tests to do with the heart and all come back normal. Lost my father 5 months ago and the symptoms started roughly 3 weeks after his passing.

Im at a halt as to what I can do in assisting myself in getting better and the right medical advice.

[Zeal]

Hi again Molly,

You are very welcome! I'm glad you're going back to your GP. Your tests coming back normal must have been a relief, though anxiety over health can be quite pesky sometimes! I am deeply sorry for the loss of your father. The grief and pain from this will be complicating your anxiety and will likely mean the improvement in your mental health is slower. Would you mind explaining your experience of anxiety? What other symptoms, aside from the chest pain, do you have?

Best wishes,

Zeal

[Zeal]

Hey Molly,

This link will take you to an online document about a variety of different treatments for anxiety: http://resources.beyondblue.org.au/prism/file?token=BL/0762

All the best,

Zeal

[Molly79]

Hi Zeal

Other symptoms are racing heart constantly, feeling sick to my stomach, no motivation, not eating, loss of a lot of weight, hiding from the world, never want to go too work, body tremors, sweaty hands and hot/cold flushes.

I know it's a lot of issues but I'm finding it hard to deal with them. I was going to the hospital again lastnight due to my severe chest pains and I did go roughly 5 weeks ago AGAIN and ecg plus blood tests are normal.

Im stuck as to what else I can do 😞

[Zeal]

Hi Molly,

The lack of motivation and not eating can be symptoms of depression. This doesn't mean you have depression necessarily, but it's worth discussing this with your doctor.

I'm sorry to hear the chest pain was so bad that you needed to go to hospital! Do you live with a partner or family member? Having emotional support from loved ones is very important right now.

When you are overwhelmed and want to talk to someone understanding and knowledgeable, you can give Beyondblue's 24/7 helpline a call on 1300 22 4636.

Is there anything you enjoy, and that doesn't require too much energy, that you could use as a distraction? For example, listening to music or drawing?

Keep talking here on the forum. Others may also reply with their advice and personal experiences 🙂

Best wishes,

Zeal

[tim41]

Hi Molly,

I understand from a sleep perspective what your going through I have had similar problems of late after my father was diagnosed with Dementia. All I wanted to say was to hang in there and go to your GP and any therapy sessions etc you can do, you are not alone in this as we as people are here and will chat any time you want to, stay strong and positive.

[Molly79]

Hey Tim

I ended up at the hospital this morning as the chest pain got bad. Usual ecg and blood works all come back good.

Just gets so hard now to deal with all the anxiety lately. Doctor at the hospital told me to keep seeing my gp and always attend my psychiatrist appointments.

Doctor also said I'm stressed and Definately have anxiety. It's terrifying and that's why I take myself to the hospital.

Has to be another way somewhere to deal with this 😞

[CMF]

Hi,

i'm sorry for the loss of your father and how you are now feeling. May I ask, were you very close to your father? Was his passing sudden? I think the suggestions you've been given are spot on. You mentioned you are taking magnesium and yes it does help with muscle tension and stress but works better if taken with b group vitamins. Along with what you are doing read up on vitamin b8 also. I feel for you so much experiencing these chest pains and having to go to the hospital. I am so glad that your texts are clear but understand your heSlth anxiety as I have suffered the same. It's a vis ions cycle as the spy toms cause you stress and the stress causes symptoms.

i do hope you are able to find some peace. Exercise is also good for anxiety. I personally do not get much from relaxation CDs but rather need to walk and breathe in the air. I know you have no appetite but when you do eat make sure it's nutritious, no sugar or processed foods. I had blood tests done today to check iron, vitamin d, thyroid unction and my hormones. Has you dr done blood tests? Lack of iron, vitamin and thyroid issues do contribute to anxiety.

i hope this ha seen of done help and you find peace soon.

cmf