Hey guys!
I’m 18 years old Male, and I’ve been struggling with this for about 4 months now.
It all started when i went for a walk at late evening back in February, and at one moment my body turned numb, then my heart was beating very fast, my body was burning literally, i got home i was freaking out, i was scared to call an ambulance, i took hot shower and felt better.
Since that time I’m experiencing those symptoms almost every single day - chest tightness or pain, hyperventilation, fast heart rate, dizziness, nasal congestion, back pain, weakness, depersonalization (sometimes, but experiencing more before I’m trying to fell asleep), pins and needles in hands, feet, sometimes feel like something is in my throat.
I even called an ambulance 3 times, they came to my house - checked me, and told me it’s because of stress, and I’m fine.
Then i got worried that i might have asthma (never got diagnosed with asthma) i went to my doctor, i got checked again (ECG test results - heart rate normal, blood pressure - normal, he listened to my breathing - my breathing is normal, pulse - little bit too fast, but last time it was okay, and blood test - good) Even prescribed me propanolol tablets, kinda helps me sometimes. But I’m very worried that my symptoms doesn’t go away.
And yes I’ve been stressful person my entire life, i got diagnosed with anxiety and social anxiety last year but then everything was alright, and also i had panic attacks last year when i smoked weed, and i used to drink lots of coffee every single day, but of course i stopped to drink coffee because of this.
Do you guys think i have anxiety ?
yes it sounds like you have anxiety. All your symptoms can be anxiety related. You’ve been checked out by the doctor and everything is OK so now it’s time to learn how to manage the anxiety so you feel better. I’ve had all your same symptoms starting in my 20s. talking to a counselor can help you learn how to manage this.
it’s important to not get scared by your symptoms because that will only make them worse. Any symptoms related to anxiety cannot hurt you. there are many great talks on YouTube about anxiety and how to manage it. there is one guy called the anxiety guy and he really gives great advice! Take one day at a time some days might be better than others but don’t let anxiety and fear control your mind and your life. I do hope you feel better soon
Thanks man!