Weird Feelings throughout my body

[nicham]

Hi there

I have been experiencing the weirdest sensations and I'm scared that I have MS, Parkinsons or Motor Neurons Disease. My doctor said she thinks it is probably Anxiety but has given me a referral to a neurologist. It happens at times when I'm not stressed or anxious which is why it worries me.

The feeling is like tremors within my body. It's hard to explain. My arms feel really weak and I feel that I have to really think about it to do complex things with my fingers like tie a knot. I've got muscle twitches in my eyelids and the side of my face sometimes. I'm always clenching my teeth. The feelings come on suddenly and then I worry about all of the things that they could be and they get worse.

I have had depression on and off over the years with it getting quite bad last year however I got through that and was doing well. Although I still do often have panic attacks as well.

I guess I'm just on here to see if anyone else has had these types of symptoms and if they know if these sorts of feelings are anxiety related. I have an appointment with a Neurologist but I have to wait until November.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. 🙂

[blondguy]

Hi Nicole

thanks for taking the time to post such a complimentary post....its really appreciated

I hope your visit with your specialist went well for you. You are a part of the forum family as you have had the courage to post with us and have a proactive attitude with your health and good on you 🙂

When its convenient....I hope you can let us know how you are going

my kind thoughts always

Paul

[nicham]

*UPDATE*

Hi there everyone. I just wanted to pop in and let you know what the Neurologist said. She believes that it probably is a result of Anxiety. She has referred me for an MRI so that we are both sure but she has suggested that perhaps I go onto some anxiety medication for a little while and have some therapy. I've booked into my GP tomorrow to get a prescription.

The diagnosis has made me feel so much better. I'm still getting some of the symptoms but not as severe and my thought process is that it's definitely Anxiety so the symptoms tend to go away for a bit.

Thanks so much for your support everyone. 🙂

Jmc28 - I was really sad to read your post - especially given that you have a baby. I had post natal depression with my first but I didn't realise I had it. Life was just hard. I'm especially sympathetic given your symptoms are similar to mine now so I know how the uncertainty of what it is is debilitating. It's all you think about. I'd like to give you advice but I feel stupid given I was a blubbering mess last week. I will say though that if you feel the symptoms, just reassure yourself that it is anxiety and hopefully they will calm down a bit. Also, the one thing that got me through with PND was when my mother said to me once, Darling, it's just a season. Season's come and go and this one is particularly hard but it will end. Big hugs to you. x

Nicole

[blondguy]

Hi Nicole

Its always great to see good news and good on you for pursuing your neurologist too!

Feeling better after speaking to any doctor/specialist is a huge move towards finding some peace. You are so proactive with your health....and thankyou heaps for the update 🙂

Nicham mentioned...."Im still getting some of the symptoms but not as severe and my thought process is that it's definitely Anxiety so the symptoms tend to go away for a bit" .......This is really great to read

Anxiety symptoms do decrease in severity over time and with frequent counseling and meds (if prescribed) too.. ( a GP can be a huge help too and often overlooked)

I really hope you can continue to be a part of the forum family Nicole!

Thankyou also for taking the time to provide support to JMC28 (Welcome JMC!)

my kind thoughts

Paul

[nicham]

Thank you so much Paul. What a warm heart you have. I have really appreciated the support you have offered on here and I see that you are an active member helping people all of the time.

Thanks again and have an awesome day!

Nicole 🙂