Anxiety and it’s side effects
My relationship with anxiety started in my 40 s all of a sudden when my body went into an overdrive mode.It started with my mum’s illness and then one day I consumed a grain at my lunch which caused extreme abdominal discomfort which caused me to end up in clinic.I seem to remember that was the first time I started having extreme abdominal pain and anxiety which would worsen during my periods.I ignored it for a long time and went about with my usual activities.It actually became full blown few years back when I collapsed at home with extreme cough and period pain.Ever since that I have consulted so many docs but every time I got sent home that it’s normal.But my anxiety actually got worse and worse every time not being heard.I really don’t know how to be detached.Is it even possible? I just feel it’s only possible if my hormones work in harmony,no period pain,no abdominal discomfort,full on energy,no bleeding.Recently I also got diagnosed with high BP ,I first thought it’s one time reading but looks like it’s not.I have started med for treating it now.But I am anxious now what if it has already damaged my organs.I hardly get my exercises as most of the days my stomach is distended,fatigued with either bleeding or pain.If I tell gynaec she says it’s normal you are nearing menopause ,heavy bleeding is normal,meditate….She now prescribed medicine to stop pain and bleeding.Inwould be eager to learn from others what do they do when you are feeling low and anxious.Is visiting another doc for anxiety the only way out?
Hi
. I hope others will join in here as well. I can understand why you are feeling so anxious, especially with all the changes in your body, If you have been seeing your doctor regularly and your blood pressure only recently increased, you should not have suffered any damage. Blood pressure medication should help tremendously, but exercise can be really valuable in keeping in under control in the future. You don't have to do anything intense. Even walking each day can help. Many women expereince heavier periods as they approach menopause and that can often be normal. Medication to help lessen the blood flow can make life easier. But if you feel it is something more, like endometriosis, then your doctor should address those concerns. Unfortunately, the only definitive way to diagnose endometriosis is through surgery. Here is an article about the diagnostic process that might interest you: https://endometriosis.net/diagnosis. Here is an article from one of our sister communities about non-medical ways to deal with anxiety: https://mental-health-community.com/lifestyle-changes. I hope you find something in the article that helps. Please know we are here for you whenever you need support or a safe place to vent. Warmly, Lori (Team Member)
