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On Medications For Anxiety And Stress, Have Pain On One Side Of The Body, Intense Physical Symptoms During Severe Stress. Remedial Measure?
I have very bad anxiety and stress in my life right now. I am currently on anti-anxiety meds. I have been having pain on my left side and I read that that can be related to stress and anxiety is this true. Also I went to the doctors last week because I was afraid it was related to my heart , he told me my heart was absolutely perfect not to worry. I should also tell you I am one to always get physical symptoms when my stress level gets out of control. Do you have any suggestions etc. Anything would be helpful.
Mon, 1 Oct 2012
Hi,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic Public Forum
From your description it appear that you have severe anxiety problem leading to somatic complaints. Anxiety may lead to pain complaints due to muscle spasm.
Medicine are very effective, so better to continue existing treatment. As treatment for anxiety needed for long term along with monitoring of symptoms and investigation to rule out medical causes. So it is better to visit your psychiatrist regularly for assessment and treatment.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Wish you Good Health.
Regards,
Dr. Ashish Mittal
www.99doctor.com
Welcome to HealthcareMagic Public Forum
From your description it appear that you have severe anxiety problem leading to somatic complaints. Anxiety may lead to pain complaints due to muscle spasm.
Medicine are very effective, so better to continue existing treatment. As treatment for anxiety needed for long term along with monitoring of symptoms and investigation to rule out medical causes. So it is better to visit your psychiatrist regularly for assessment and treatment.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Wish you Good Health.
Regards,
Dr. Ashish Mittal
www.99doctor.com
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