Please talk me down

[Nicole0814]

Hey guys. So, I’m freaking out and sick to my stomach/dizzy because I’m so scared. For a while now I will randomly get a falling/dropping sensation that causes my whole body to jerk/jump. It usually happens when I am sitting down or laying down. It does happen when I’m standing though too. Well, I just had a BIG one and now I’m freaking that’s it’s a type of seizure. I’ve always been scared of seizures but I’m not sure why. I just can’t figure out what it could be. Everything I read talks about the jerking before sleep but this is at any time. Please help me

 

[MATD]

You need to see your doctor. Let him decide what is going on. Don’t rely on lay people to tell you you are ok. Not all symptoms are a result of anxiety, it’s better to consult the doc on this one.

 

[bin_tenn]

Not entirely uncommon, but it's worth consulting your doctor. It can be caused by anxiety, yes, but if it's not been evaluated before then that's a good first step.

 

[Jonathan123]

I would suggest that it's always wise to get a medical opinion before treating anxiety. Once you have been told you are OK then believe them. No doubting their diagnosis. They see so many anxiety sufferers these days it's become commonplace. It may take a bit of courage to go there, but it is really a must. To me it does sound like anxiety. The feeling as if you are in a lift (elevator) that is suddenly sinking is very common.

 

[Nicole0814]

You need to see your doctor. Let him decide what is going on. Don’t rely on lay people to tell you you are ok. Not all symptoms are a result of anxiety, it’s better to consult the doc on this one.

I go to the doctor Friday but now that everyone is saying get it checked out. I’m even more scared. I hate this…. Thank you for responding

Not entirely uncommon, but it's worth consulting your doctor. It can be caused by anxiety, yes, but if it's not been evaluated before then that's a good first step.

Going Friday. I was just hoping more people would say that yes they have experienced it. I’m even more anxious now thank you for taking the time to respond

 

[bigjetplane2]

Anxiety can cause those “jerking” movements.

 

[bin_tenn]

I go to the doctor Friday but now that everyone is saying get it checked out. I’m even more scared. I hate this…. Thank you for responding

Going Friday. I was just hoping more people would say that yes they have experienced it. I’m even more anxious now thank you for taking the time to respond

I'm not sure if I've experienced it. I know I've had things happen that sound somewhat similar to what you described, but I'm not sure if it's the same thing.

 

[MATD]

I go to the doctor Friday but now that everyone is saying get it checked out. I’m even more scared. I hate this…. Thank you for responding

Going Friday. I was just hoping more people would say that yes they have experienced it. I’m even more anxious now thank you for taking the time to respond

. I don’t recall ever feeling like that, but I see other posts that say they have. Anxiety is a crazy disorder, it can do a lot of crazy things to us. The good news is that if someone else can relate to your problem, then it is more likely anxiety. But still getting a checkup will go a long way in reassuring you.

I would suggest that it's always wise to get a medical opinion before treating anxiety. Once you have been told you are OK then believe them. No doubting their diagnosis. They see so many anxiety sufferers these days it's become commonplace. It may take a bit of courage to go there, but it is really a must. To me it does sound like anxiety. The feeling as if you are in a lift (elevator) that is suddenly sinking is very common.

 

[Seanaq]

I’m glad you’re getting checked out ! However, I may be able to offer you some assurance that you’re not alone. I have what I refer to as “head rushes” where I too feel like I’m falling. It takes the life out of me and I find myself with a lot of brain fog and anxiety after. It’s almost like it’s the beginning of a panic attack for me.

 

[bin_tenn]

It's irresponsible and dangerous to discourage seeking medical advice unless it's very obviously an anxiety symptom (e.g. you've been tested relatively recently for some condition you fear and it was completely ruled out). Suggesting that you see a doctor is to be on the safe side, it doesn't necessarily mean we think something is seriously wrong. It seems to me, from what I've experienced as well as read, that those of us with health anxiety only rarely receive a diagnosis beyond "it's anxiety" when we seek urgent attention for our health concerns.

(I hope that last part makes sense)

 

[Nicole0814]

I’m glad you’re getting checked out ! However, I may be able to offer you some assurance that you’re not alone. I have what I refer to as “head rushes” where I too feel like I’m falling. It takes the life out of me and I find myself with a lot of brain fog and anxiety after. It’s almost like it’s the beginning of a panic attack for me.

Hi! Does it make you jump when it happens. I feel like I jump because I feel like I am falling(ish) weird feeling? It does kind of remind me of the beginning of a bad panic attack

 

[Seanaq]

Absolutely ! It’s like my body jolts to try and snap out of it or something.

 

[Nicole0814]

Absolutely ! It’s like my body jolts to try and snap out of it or something.

Yes! Same thing! So weird. I go to the doctor Friday so I will mention it. It’s hard to explain! Thank you for taking the time to respond. It means a lot

It's irresponsible and dangerous to discourage seeking medical advice unless it's very obviously an anxiety symptom (e.g. you've been tested relatively recently for some condition you fear and it was completely ruled out). Suggesting that you see a doctor is to be on the safe side, it doesn't necessarily mean we think something is seriously wrong. It seems to me, from what I've experienced as well as read, that those of us with health anxiety only rarely receive a diagnosis beyond "it's anxiety" when we seek urgent attention for our health concerns.

(I hope that last part makes sense)

I completely understand and it makes sense. Just my anxiety talking when I say “gosh you guys made it worse!” I just want someone to say “completely normal” but I know that is irresponsible. Thank you! Let me ask you this now though. All night tonight I keep feeling all these little twitches. In my legs and arms. I’m wondering if that is because I’m so focused and worried about the original thing that happens and now the twitches are anxiety related and I’m so hyper focused so it keeps happening. Does that make sense?

 

[Joe]

Yes! Same thing! So weird. I go to the doctor Friday so I will mention it. It’s hard to explain! Thank you for taking the time to respond. It means a lot

I completely understand and it makes sense. Just my anxiety talking when I say “gosh you guys made it worse!” I just want someone to say “completely normal” but I know that is irresponsible. Thank you! Let me ask you this now though. All night tonight I keep feeling all these little twitches. In my legs and arms. I’m wondering if that is because I’m so focused and worried about the original thing that happens and now the twitches are anxiety related and I’m so hyper focused so it keeps happening. Does that make sense?

Nicole, I haven't experienced the jerking but I have had twitches, especially eye twitches under stress. I agree with everyone else that you should get examined to make sure there's nothing neurologically wrong, but twitches seem very common with anxiety and stress. I am sorry you are experiencing this, it sounds really upsetting.

 

[FearSucks]

It kinda reminds me of stuff I've had with hypnic jerks, though that typically only happens when I am attempting to sleep. I'll have my eyes closed and suddenly get that same type of sensation you're talking about followed by a major muscle group involuntarily contracting (most times causing my leg or arm to flail). This inevitably wakes me from my slumber with my heart racing a mile a minute.

It's good you're getting everything cleared out with the doctor.

 

[Jonathan123]

We so often fail to understand anxiety. The body is a mass of nerve endings, every single one of which can be affected by anxiety. In my experience there is nothing anxiety can't mimic if it's in the mind. We frighten ourselves, and the more we do that the more adrenaline flows and the more anxious we become. We need to break the link between mind and body by absolute acceptance. Not at all easy, but given the will it is possible. Acceptance does not work at once, and so many give up too soon. We are so often impatient people and expect a miracle the next day! This desperation to get well, which is understandable, causes more harm than good. Initially, getting medical advice is essential, but once told 'it's all anxiety' then take steps to begin recovery.

 

[Nicole0814]

It kinda reminds me of stuff I've had with hypnic jerks, though that typically only happens when I am attempting to sleep. I'll have my eyes closed and suddenly get that same type of sensation you're talking about followed by a major muscle group involuntarily contracting (most times causing my leg or arm to flail). This inevitably wakes me from my slumber with my heart racing a mile a minute.

It's good you're getting everything cleared out with the doctor.

It is very similar and the closest thing I can relate it to except I am wide awake and my heart doesn’t usually race right after but maybe because I am not asleep when it happens

 

[bin_tenn]

Yes! Same thing! So weird. I go to the doctor Friday so I will mention it. It’s hard to explain! Thank you for taking the time to respond. It means a lot

I completely understand and it makes sense. Just my anxiety talking when I say “gosh you guys made it worse!” I just want someone to say “completely normal” but I know that is irresponsible. Thank you! Let me ask you this now though. All night tonight I keep feeling all these little twitches. In my legs and arms. I’m wondering if that is because I’m so focused and worried about the original thing that happens and now the twitches are anxiety related and I’m so hyper focused so it keeps happening. Does that make sense?

Oh yeah, the twitching is very likely due to being so stressed about the other issues. However, it's also very possible that the twitching is otherwise entirely normal and completely unrelated, but you're noticing it due to a heightened state of anxiety.

 

[MakUSA]

I hope that the doctor will give you some answers. If makes you feel better, I myself, sometimes have those same feelings, and after I got all clear from my doctor visit now I know that I am dealing with the anxiety.

Hope its all well with you, just don't stress and let the professionals take care of you. You will be much better after your dr visit.