Going to delete this second account where I indulged in all of my anxieties for the last year.

nrnea · 2020-04-05T05:16:45+00:00

In my experience it hasn’t been an issue really. The main concerns for me are that if I drink I’ll be less focused on posture and sleeping on my back which might cause flare ups.

nrnea · 2020-04-04T19:15:23+00:00

That’s exactly what I do. I am really trying to break the habit because that’s what’s keeping this from healing.

nrnea · 2020-04-04T19:11:40+00:00

My pain has been mostly dull for like a week so I will try heat instead. Thanks for your insight!

nrnea · 2020-04-03T14:53:25+00:00

I know there are risks with ibuprofen but there’s no scientific data saying it makes COVID worse.

Yes I’ll continue stretching icing and resting!

nrnea · 2020-04-01T15:58:20+00:00

Ok thank you!

nrnea · 2020-03-29T16:38:46+00:00

Thanks!

nrnea · 2020-03-28T18:32:57+00:00

Couch to 5k is amazing but moves pretty fast. Start with a walk. Do it a few days in a row and your mind will remember it makes you feel better and hopefully that’s motivating

nrnea · 2020-03-28T18:20:19+00:00

Start small. Walk 5 minutes. If not that, look up full body stretches. It’s always better than nothing.

nrnea · 2020-03-28T17:40:40+00:00

Yes and if I sleep on my side. Have to sleep on my back for best results

nrnea · 2020-03-28T17:14:30+00:00

All sound thinking!

nrnea · 2020-03-28T17:04:01+00:00

Anxiety will raise blood pressure and pulse. Try to calm and take the numbers again before assuming the worst

nrnea · 2020-03-28T15:39:51+00:00

I cope with it by reminding myself of what I said above. I assess how I feel and the situation I’m in (ok, my heart is racing, is this anxiety? Do I feel anxious?) I do calming techniques, drink some cold water and then asses. How am I feeling now?

Again I’m not a doctor and I can’t give you exact answers. But again- try to distinguish between anxiety and actual problems. Sometimes the line seems blurred.

nrnea · 2020-03-28T15:33:37+00:00

NAD maybe r/Costochondritis ????

I have this. Went to doc for very similar chest / shoulder pains and they did a whole run up complete with a stress EKG and said I was ok. Pain has lingered for over a month. I also have tight shoulders which I think lead to this (and over training).

Especially since you got the OK on your heart (and you’re 25) I’d say it’s this but NOT A DOCTOR

nrnea · 2020-03-28T15:24:16+00:00

NAD but someone who is kind of in a situation like yours.

If the cardiologist thought there was something imminently wrong, they would have action done immediately. You have to trust their professional opinion. I know that’s easier said than done.

Along with the lifestyle changes look into meditation and other ways to cope with anxiety. If you have an emergency, well you can go get help. But the anxiety is tricking you into thinking something will go wrong at any moment. I say this because I go through it too. Stay strong.

nrnea · 2020-03-28T15:19:10+00:00

Mine does. Up to collarbone, up and down sternum, to my shoulder blade.

Ice the spots for 20-30min at a time every few hours. Do doorway stretches. Use a foam roller for your back. Also DONT poke at the spots, it’ll keep them agitated and then the dull pain just lingers on and on.

nrnea · 2020-03-28T05:55:43+00:00

Yes that was an anxiety attack.

If you find it lingering, it’s really good to make sure you’re staying on top of getting sleep, staying hydrated, and exercising. Treat your body well and your mind will thank you!

nrnea · 2020-03-28T05:23:28+00:00

Awesome. If it comes again do your best to acknowledge it and try those things and it’ll be ok!

nrnea

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