Do you think I have anxiety?

[Skinzzfan]

Hi everyone :) I'm new here so let's get this show on the road!
I'm a 16 year old boy, I'll be 17 in september. And I've been having these feelings. They aren't exactly painful. Like actual pain, but scary. They frighten me more than they actually hurt me with physical pain.

I've been to the doctor 3 times this month because I've been freaked out. The last time I've been to the doctor was 3 days ago. And it was for a full physical and I informed my doctor about what I feel, but no doctor seems to be helping me much. I'm waiting for my blood test and urinalysis results at the moment.

But let's get to how I feel. I don't usually worry about things like, school, relationships, and things like that too much. I don't let those things get to me. BUT what I do worry about, is my health. And I've been feeling this way for about 4 weeks and a half.

So here it is, I feel...

1. The left side of my chest is tight (on what seems to be the pectoral muscle) and it never really goes away. I can stop thinking about it for a little bit, but it's hard.

2. Random muscle twitching (not very often) in my lower chest. Most common under the ribs or around ab muscles.

3. I can't seem to focus. Like there is an invisible wall that keeps my mind on my health. I can put it aside for a little, but it always goes back to that.

4. Nervous. (But I am a nervous person at times)

5. Sometimes, nausea and lightheadedness, along with upset stomach and diarrhea.

6. Sweaty palms, tingly feet and hands (rarely, mostly when I'm panicking about the situation. For example, my power went out before bed the other night...That's when this happened)

7. Tightness in my throat, and I can feel my heartbeat in my throat at times.

8. The doctor said my throat was red, and there was some swelling in the neck area, I forget the term she used but I know that happens with sore throats and stuff like that.

9. My heart seems to be pounding too hard and too fast at times.

10. Random sleepiness in the middle of the day. But it goes away.

11. Constantly thinking somethings wrong with my heart or something other than anxiety.

12. I've been trying to figure out what is wrong with me for 4 1/2 weeks!

Wow! I know that was a lot guys, but I would really love some feedback on your experiences or some advice or medical info.
Thank you sooooo much in advance! :)

[forwells]

Skinzzfan

Welcome aboard :D

Like actual pain, but scary / They frighten me / but no doctor seems to be helping me / do worry about, is my health / can stop thinking about it / I can't seem to focus/ when I'm panicking / Constantly thinking somethings wrong / I've been trying to figure out what is wrong with me for 4 1/2 weeks!
Well what can i say , By the way you are thinking i would say Yes

Nervous. (But I am a nervous person at times)

If you have been like this then what happened in your past to cause it to flare up ? Have you always been a bit health anxious ? There would have to be a reason behind why this is happening .

Have you talked to your parents about this . There is alot of help out there for it . Maybe you could find a couseller to talk to . Try to not go on drugs as these will only cover it up . You are best to work on why you feel this way towards your health . Once you sort that out and learn to relax your body will return to normal .
If you want to ask any question ask away and i shall see if i can help

cheers kev :D

[Green Ways]

I would be waiting for your blood test results before you draw any conclusion!
The problem I've found is, Most Doctors don't take anxiety seriously because it's not a illness they can easily put a finger on, and for some strange reason, we take up to much of their precious time. without a desired outcome.
Your standard G.Ps just don't understand.
A lot of doctor clinics now have "Free" onsite psychologist, Who will at very least give you some valuable reading material, which will fast track your road to recovery.
Good luck on the blood tests.
P.s Don't worry! I mean it, Stop worrying.
Think about good things, "ONLY" and throw the rest out the window.

[Skinzzfan]

Ahhh now I feel kind of relieved haha. Thanks so much guys.

I have talked to my parents about how I think it's anxiety, and that something is not normal here. But they don't seem to fully believe me. They believe me to a certain extent. I'm healthy, and all of this is too sudden for them I guess. Not sure. But they are trying to help me out.

I'll look into some sort of counseling if the blood tests are fine and if nothing is wrong with my physical health. But one thing I have learned so far, is that the mind is stronger than I initially thought. I knew it was strong...but my god I had no clue!

But again, thanks so much. I'll try to keep you guys posted!

[forwells]

Cheers good luck with it

I'll look into some sort of counseling if the blood tests are fine and if nothing is wrong with my physical health. But one thing I have learned so far, is that the mind is stronger than I initially thought. I knew it was strong...but my god I had no clue!

best thing you could learn . Your mind does so much without you thinking about it , breathing walking , running , eating i could go on . So when we start to put worry in there it starts to do that automatic as well .

I understand your parents , it is very hard to understand unless you have lived it

cheers and good luck kev :D

[ThePhoenix]

Based on what you have said I would say its anxiety 100%, I can identify with everything you have said. I am primarily health anxious as well and went through the same run you have.

Funny thing about talking to your parents, I didnt because I was embarrassed and didnt know what they would say about it all. When I finally did one night my mum told me it runs through the family and many of my aunties, uncles and cousins have it!

[Skinzzfan]

Thanks man :D Very wise words.

And yeah Phoenix I was kind of embarrassed at first, but again I've always been very aware of my health and any changes to it. So when I started feeling this way, I needed to speak up because it was all new to me and I didn't know what to think of it. And I'm glad I told my parents when I did, because if I didn't who knows how much worse my anxiety would be by holding it in.

But it's relieving to know you went through the same things. You're doing well and feeling normal now I hope? I appreciate the help :)

[ThePhoenix]

Thanks man :D Very wise words.

And yeah Phoenix I was kind of embarrassed at first, but again I've always been very aware of my health and any changes to it. So when I started feeling this way, I needed to speak up because it was all new to me and I didn't know what to think of it. And I'm glad I told my parents when I did, because if I didn't who knows how much worse my anxiety would be by holding it in.

But it's relieving to know you went through the same things. You're doing well and feeling normal now I hope? I appreciate the help :)

Its good you could share with your parents, the earlier you get support the better! I held it in and held it in and didnt tell anyone, then one day I was feeling really weird so I decided to google it, of course that put me way over the edge and sent me on a 9 month long battle with anxiety but I sought help and have it under control for the most part.

To be honest it still flares up on me from time to time but I USUALLY cope well enough with it. I can usually tell when anxiety is creating my problems and from there I can move on. I dont always and I will still have fall downs but it doesnt consume me in the way it did and i can assure you if you get help you can take back some control of it all!

Good luck! :D

[Skinzzfan]

I got my blood test results today! They said everything is okay. So...I guess it is anxiety? I'm almost fully confident that it's anxiety. But for some reason I have some doubt. But I have a follow up doctors appointment coming up to discuss all of this.

That's great to hear Phoenix. I went on a google spree aswell haha. But I'm glad you have control over it. If you can do it after 9 months, I know I can do it!

[ThePhoenix]

I got my blood test results today! They said everything is okay. So...I guess it is anxiety? I'm almost fully confident that it's anxiety. But for some reason I have some doubt. But I have a follow up doctors appointment coming up to discuss all of this.

That's great to hear Phoenix. I went on a google spree aswell haha. But I'm glad you have control over it. If you can do it after 9 months, I know I can do it!

Excellent news! The tricky thing with anxiety is having belief everything is ok when they say it is. I had a doctor, specialist and counsellor all tell me it was anxiety but it still took awhile before I accepted it!

haha, yeah, dont google! Ever! :D

Good luck with it all!