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Anxiety over nothing

Achybones22
Achybones22
I am noticing that nowadays, I often get anxious and can't figure out a reason. I may feel it right before bed, and I try to think if there is anything that is coming up that is anxiety-provoking, but can't think of anything.

It used to be that when I got anxious, I usually knew the reason.

So anxiety is just a part of fibro? Since fibro is neurological, not psychological, then it is the physical nerves that are causing the anxiety, not necessarily psychological stress...?
AngelaJo
AngelaJo
Is your heart rate and/or bp high when it happens? we found out from teh cardiologist that that is causing most of my anxiety! It makes you a lot more jumpy etc becuase your hearts working so hard.
happypants
happypants
I have a problem with anxiety.. I can get the feeling of things rushing.. at bed time..I get restless legs.....I take a med for Blood pressure.. I ended up at ER once and they put it down as Panic attack.... I thought I was having a stroke or something!!!... I wish I could get rid of the stress in my life.. but don't see that happening too soon.. ...
Take care
mommason64
mommason64
I have anxiety from time to time, usually it is due to a situation or worry. I have had an anxiety attack for no apparent reason also. It is really upsetting when you can't find a reason it somehow makes it worse. I have found I am mores sensitive to things around me like sounds, and smells and motion. Perhaps that is what is triggering it? I am still trying to figure it all out as well... I always think if I can understand it better I can maybe minimize its effects but honestly just when I think I got a handle on it my body tells me otherwise! Good luck to you.
Achybones22
Achybones22
Good idea. I will keep a blood pressure/heart rate meter handy to measure myself when I feel that way.

However, how do I know it is not the anxiety that is causing the high bp and heart rate? What comes first?
twinmomab
twinmomab
I have low blood pressure but I will wake up with anxiety. There is nothing causing it. I think it's b/c my body is in so much pain and is experiencing overload nonstop every day. Therefore, my body tends to stay in a fight-or-flight response every day. I have anxiety every single day and some days I can't control it and it goes into full blown panic attack. I have had my cortisol levels checked several times, the stress hormone, and mine are always high...again I think from the pain. It's kind of like sensory overload. I hope you can find a medicine to help you. Xanax helps me a little, but I have to take a very small dose to keep my tummy from flaring. And I can't take it every day b/c of stomach. I really hope you find something that helps you.
Achybones22
Achybones22
Ok, I checked my bp/heart rate when the anxiety hits. Both normal.
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