Posted by Alesa on August 11, 2004, at 12:18:55
In reply to had a bad day today, posted by Mrs. C on August 10, 2004, at 22:33:53
Hey there,
I'm sorry you're having such a bad day. I know having OCD can drive you insane. I worry about that kind of stuff too. Go to the doctor to relieve your worries. I always get chest pain and stomach pain, and worry I'm having a heart attack,especially since heart disease is in my family. I found a very kind doctor who gave me a thorough examination, and I have no heart or health concerns. I had blood tests done, and my cholesteral levels are nice and low, which was such a relief since high cholesteral is hereditary too. That helped relieve my anxiety and now when I get panic attacks, they pass more easily because I know I'm NOT dying.
Lumps can be a result of many non-life threatening things. Sometimes you just get a lump for no reason. My husband has a bump on the back of his neck, and it's nothing. So don't worry too much. Worry and anxiety can make you more sick than the actual problem itself.
Be gentle on yourself!
Hugs,
Alesa
> Hey everyone,
> I feel such despair right now. I spent almost every spare minute today feeling the swollen gland in my neck. I check it constantly. I think about it then I have to check it. I spent the whole day worrying about why it's there and should I call the doc or not. I am literally driving myself crazy. This is a pattern for me that has been going on most of my adult life and is the reason I am on Lexapro. Right now I am taking 20mgs. I have been doing so well and emotionally I feel great. It's just this darn OCD that just wont leave me alone. Very discouraged right now. Looking for some sympathy. Mrs. C
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> PS. I am not sure if it's even a swollen gland. It's about the size of a grain of rice and it moves around in the lower part of my neck. Could be just a vain. I dont know. Help.
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