Does Stress Or Anxiety Cause Pain

In this video the surgeons explore the relationship between stress, anxiety and depression (S.A.D.) and musculoskeletal pain. Although there is a very complex relationship between mental health and body pain, the surgeons try to simplify the issues based on the experience they have treating orthopedic conditions in the presence of stress, anxiety and depression.

[@gabecruz2794]

I love it that some doctors like yourselves answer question on public platforms. When i was a jr in uni for engineering i started getting chest pain and thought it was cardiac related. In this time i had other physical, emotional amd cognitive symptoms related to anxiety. Lightheadness, random pains, derealization, fatigue, burning skin etc. These things are never vocalized as symptoms of anxiety to the public so i thought it was forsure something organic or structural. After becoming a hypochondriac and seeing my gp 100s of times for different complaints, i took his advice and listened to him it was all anxiety induced. Slowly blood went back to my skin fixing the burning skin, my chest muscles relaxed, the dizziness wemt away. Sometimes when get anxious or stressed some symptoms trigger but a whole lot better overall. Thank docs and for others, who suffer terribly, there's hope. Just keep working toward it. God bless

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thank you so much Gabe. Glad to hear you are getting a handle on your anxiety. All the best going forward. Thanks for watching

[@Callum290600]

Chest pain I’m exactly the same and general aches all over. It’s rubbish!

[@ZeroGravity60]

@@TalkingWithDocs Hi Guys :) I have a lot of respect for what you do. I also was drawn to the healing field but as a natural healer. NOTE: I no longer practice as it's impossible to get insurance for what I do. I'm more focused now on sharing information just like you're doing. Empowering people to help themselves. I believe all illness is directly or indirectly a result of emotions. The root of disease, emotions. Heal the emotions and you'll strip the disease of its power causing it to die and fade away. I was wondering what you might think of the following. Having worked with pain I've come to learn 5-common causes for pain. [Just my observations] #1] Muscle sweat = When we exercise our muscles intentionally or not, our muscles rip, and sweat liquid that registers as pain is produced. The muscle repairs over time, the sweat liquid burns off, the pain disappears. #2] Stems = Stems are deeply registered emotional experiences. They carry a deep subconscious focus. This deep focus causes subconscious tightness, it's continuous tightness that generates pain liquid in the body. #3] Air Sacks = So many people breathe poorly. Add poor posture to that and it's absolutely possible to build pockets of air that get caught up in your body. These air pockets create pressure and that can create pain. #4] Red Ambers = Like the Oyster that over time turns a speck of sand into a pearl, we humans take a sin, committed by us or against us, and over time mold it into a Red Amber. [A hot stone that generates pain.] #5] Erupting Gases = Some sins are so vile they generate a toxic sludge. This sludge gives off a variety of gases that cause different kinds and different degrees of pain. [Mercy & forgiveness is the natural cure.] That's been some of my experiences when dealing with people experiencing pain. I myself know firsthand the struggle of living with pain but I continue to work through my issues and release a little more each time. In short, if you don't want to grow old with pain, [] Keep good posture. [] Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. [] Basic stretching exercises 3-times a week at a minimum. [] Investigate your life for hidden subconsciously alive negative emotional experiences. [] For all sin, by you or against you, acknowledge, confess, repent, forgive, release, forget. A healthy mind & body needs an awakened spirit & soul. Be healthy, be pain-free. Just my opinion based on my own experiences. I AM NOT A DOCTOR! Just a person who's been around the block a few times. :) Peace.

[@jaykay8607]

Same i get chest pain, palpitations, muscle pain, shooting pain in body and also breast pain

[@Truerealism747]

Did the anxiety tighten the fascia making the pain that's great did you have it everyday

[@chryseass.5143]

Wow, you guys are amazing- I didn't even get follow up on how I was actually going to cope at home recovering from two broken ankles with no weight bearing -not even any practical help on how to leave the examination room and get back to the waiting room after being casted ( I guess I was expected to levitate but I asked for a wheelchair!) I can't imagine that my psychological health would even be considered. Keep up this good work!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Chryseas. Thanks for the positive feedback and being supportive of our channel.

[@wordswordswords8203]

So true that the mind body connection is strong. I've had a lot of depression and it totally effects my body, resulting in more aches and pains, exhaustion, etc. I've found not all family doctors including mine want to talk to you about your depression or anxiety other than just prescribing a pill. It would be nice if primary care had some training in this and was willing to get even just slightly more involved. Also, because it's really tough at least in my experience to find a really good therapist. Doctors are overall better trained and usually more intelligent than therapists. The bar is not too high to become a therapist/counsellor and some of them are really bad. I find that mental and emotional issues for me at least are much much more painful than the physical. Thanks for talking about this. There are so many people suffering from depression and anxiety, etc. and it needs to be talked about more and way more support needs to be given because people in this emotional state have a really hard time even getting it together enough to get help for themselves.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

It is a difficult time for sure. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@emdieselify]

Ive been getting anxiety and I get dull pain above belly button. 😫

[@JonnyQ408]

I had panic attacks, anxiety, depression, I even became a agoraphobia because I started having panic attacks daily 4 years ago body aches, headaches, dizziness, etc I was scared to leave my house, I also felt sick and the dizziness didn’t help, it took me two years to “cure myself” without meds. If you feel stress out keep track of the time, what you were doing etc like a log of your day etc

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for providing some sound advice and first hand experience Jonny Q. Glad to hear you got things under control. All the best. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

[@khajababu1403]

Hi jonny! , iam suffering from severe depression And physical bodily pain symptoms for last 3 months, iam taking two psych meds present.. can i tapper of both clonazepam (0.5 mg) & vortioxetin (10mg) have been using for 3 weeks only.. I don't want to stay on these pills which cannot give me relef rather more I'll feeling.. Please advice me n ur support needed 🙏 iam eagerly waiting for ur reply, I don't want to regret in future help me.. Does his idea helps me to overcome depression and physical pain also.. Please help me out

[@nevelhaim4619]

@@khajababu1403 talk to your doctor about your fears, and what you want And try stress relieving techniques, herbs they help, try a sauna and massage if massages help do a trigger point message, yoga is good too The thing is we quite a lot get immersed with stress, that one can’t judge how good they handle their stress Therefore the need for a doctor

[@Truerealism747]

Change meditation to.ive had body pain years it is very hard born with anxiety ocd

[@emdieselify]

Me2!! Wtf. I have dull pain above belly button and Im scared to do anything. I get anxious driving places too

[@memelive137]

This is so true. I have had 16 cystoscopes,11 lithotripes, 2 knee surg.,2 back surg, a full hysterectomy. I also have fibromyalgia and severe Depression(I have tried over 10 depression meds.) I hurt all over every day. I have told my primary care Dr. that and he said I should go to a psychiatrist. I agree with that, but it's a viscous cycle. The PAIN makes me Depressed and the Depression makes me Hurt more. Thank you for talking about this issue.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

You are very welcome. We felt it was an important part of the big picture. Thanks for watching.

[@computerfastrepair]

Lol u just wasted ur life money bro. U were fine to being with. Should've read healing back pain by dr john sarno

[@kayleencoward2442]

My friemd. Iv heard so many testimonies where people opemed the lives to Jesus He turmed their lives around. I pray His love will touch your heart and youd open it to Him

[@justinhart7172]

You need help starting from your soul

[@sarawallis5975]

Great tip to find the root cause of your pain. It could be stress or a worry or other area simplifying your issue ....

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Sara. Anxiety is so common. Always best to talk to someone to help you figure out what the cause is. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@MandyFraser-fp5ft]

This is SO relavant more so today than perhaps when the video was recorded. Coming thru a pandemic it seems that the baseline level of anxiety across the board has increased as as expected are reports of pain. As a Physical Therapist and Mental Health counsellor I am using this as an educational tid bit. !! Thank you

[@lornabartlett2744]

Found what you shared personally very helpful to comforting others

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Lorna. Thanks for your positive feedback. Thankfully discussing mental health issues is becoming much more common so people can get the help they need and know they are not alone in what they are experiencing.

[@Mooseie033]

@@TalkingWithDocs could I possibly kill myself?

[@jrortiz1951]

I am a clinical psychologist and a double knee replacement patient. I could not agree more; stress, anxiety, depression may not cause knee/hip problems but they exacerbate these conditions. Cognitive Behavior Therapy from a qualified CBT therapist is very effective for these conditions.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Joseph. Thanks for much for weighing in and providing that useful advice. Thanks for watching.

[@anuradhamasand6066]

Stress..produces high levels of cortisol...dear and it impacts ur organs, nerves...directlyyy. stress is both a cause and an amplifier. Mind body connect dear. My brother dy pains...poor digestion to the point of IBS ALL of it came from...stress and worsened as the stress...became continual....

[@DariaApostolova]

The hardest thing it’s to find a doctor who understands that. My therapist was giving me nothing but a pain relief pills even I was telling him that I experience insane stomach pain after stress. Nothing but a pain killers pills that does -ZERO! The only thing that helps me it’s listening a guiding meditation through my earbuds. That’s all I need!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Daria. What you are experiencing is very real and quite common. Nice that you have been able to find something that works for you. Meditation is often more helpful than pills. Continued success and thanks for watching.

[@alicekeeble3694]

I'm going through the same with stomach pain from stress!!!

[@elviagranados7752]

I couldn’t agree more with you. Some doctors are just not empathetic at all.

[@Theguywhodoesthings]

Clutter that's been piling plus my never ending to do list is making me very anxious these days and not having time to get anything or everything done. I was stressing about this one thing and literally started feeling a sensation in both my arms, started going down to my hands then also my neck and upper back. I was worried it might be something else, but it makes sense that stress anxiety definitely playing a part in this nulling pain. I got a massage and it helped bit, then when I started feeling stress again I felt the sensation slowly creep up again I will declutter my life and I know alot of my stress n anxiety will subside. Stress can do alot to your body without knowing it

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing SL B. Hope you feel better. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@watchtellyinuk]

I love this channel. I was married to a physician and after hearing every "maladie" through osmosis, I awarded myself the medal "professional hypochondriac". I do not know how you do your jobs ... I congratulate you. My MD prescribed me Xanax to handle my anxiety PRN. Years later I got addicted and now I am feeling the effects of anxiety and withdrawal from same drug. DANGEROUS!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that Robert. Glad you love our channel. Best of luck going forward. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@shego8526]

I suffer from anxiety for all my life honestly i wish it could get better. Affects me from being able to eat and sleep. Talking to someone doesnt help and taking medicine doesnt help. Hopefully some day all of this will make sense :(

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Theresa. Sorry to hear you are struggling. Therapy and medication are both good places to start. Maybe you haven't found the right therapist? It is a long process for sure. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@SmithSurveying]

You aren't alone Theresa. I hope you find something that helps soon. God Bless

[@sabinaenver1177]

I’m having anxiety one year now and taking tables 😔don’t have any motivation, everything is hard to deal and I’m feeling sad during day only crying helps me don’t no what to do anymore

[@danikaharnett2332]

I’m 23 years old, overweight and dealing with severe anxiety . Numbness in arm , face , chest pains, dizziness , headaches , feeling of impending doom and more. I’ve had numerous blood tests , troponions , ecgs , ct scans , echo , stress test … Multiple doctors say im fine but my symptoms are so severe . I’ve been to Emergancy over 25 times in 3 months. I don’t want to deal with this anymore

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Danika. So sorry to hear this. There are many strategies to dEal with severe anxiety including medication but you likely need to talk to a therapist. It can be very difficult. It is well worth it. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@emdieselify]

Metoo! F! I get the same. Impending doom. Cant drive anywhere. Anxious. Dull pain above belly button. Etc

[@adama6147]

Every since Covid virus mostly everyone is experiencing this stuff I believe Covid virus did something to the ppl

[@mancunianinlondon]

Absolutely correct. I get stressed because I care for an elderly relative with dementia. When I get super stressed, the pain in my knees goes berserk. The pain in my muscles also goes berserk. You need to understand your pain

[@raymondreddington4952]

Thank you so much for your knowledge

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome Raymond. Hope it was helpful. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@PrescottHome]

Another great vid. I, too, am a clinical psychologist. (What is this?!! So many shrinks follow you guys?). I'm not recommending a specific treatment but I am suggesting that some anxiety motivates us to seek solutions to problems. Most important is that those with anxiety/depression/the blues talk with someone. Complaints are good! They help us identify a problem. (Whining .... eh, not so much).

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Dan. Thanks so much for your insightful comments. And yes, people need to be open about their problems and talk which is easy to say and often difficult to do. Thanks for watching.

[@smileyclownyloks9949]

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[@rexdby2984]

It’s perplexing and sad how so many patients are in that spiral of seeing so many ER docs, Their GPS and specialists bc they just can’t accept that there’s not a real medical condition behind their pain and issues. After that second opinion it’s time to find a good psychologist and dive into some good ‘ole CBT to get to the heart of the problems. Seems nearly epidemic these days.

[@khajababu1403]

Hy Dan fallon sir! , iam just 28 yr old suffering from severe depression And physical bodily pain symptoms for last 3 months, iam taking two psych meds present.. can i tapper of both clonazepam (0.5 mg) & vortioxetin (10mg) have been using for 3 weeks only.. I don't want to stay on these pills which cannot give me relef rather more I'll feeling.. Please advice me n ur support needed 🙏 iam eagerly waiting for ur reply, I don't want to regret in future help me.. Does his idea helps me to overcome depression and physical pain also.. Please help me out

[@exoticspeedefy7916]

I think the anxiety makes all your nerves more sensitive, I have symptoms of short of breath, a sensation that makes me feel like I need to cough (i feel the cold air in my throat) palpitations, ectopics, and some unexplained muscleoskel chest pain that I feel when I push on my sternum, or pull my shoulders back, I feel pain in my chest/upper sternum... I'm scared it's a heart or lung problem. Even tho I've had 3 ECG, 4 blood tests and an x ray. I don't think it's costo as there's no pain while motionless, only a tight feeling

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi CMDR Exoticspeedefy. Sounds like there is a lot going on. If you have ongoing symptoms, a second opinion is always a good idea. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@mkb2701]

This is quite late, but how are you doing now, cause im experiencing the same

[@Genahsyde1]

That sounds like health anxiety same thing I'm going through right now

[@KiraYoza]

@@Genahsyde1 yeah my chest anxiety has persisted almost 4 months it’s a real drag but I guess gotta keep soldiering on keeping healthy and maintaining a better lifestyle can’t wait for the day it’s gone

[@F1guRas]

OMG SAME, i have ches pain for a year now, every day i felt like i was going to die because I tought i had heart problems, and it hurt more when i got upset, and i lost all my friends and go stuck inside so i could not make any new friends…. But this video helped alot and i cant wait to go to school just so i can make new friends

[@Deeguapo1]

Grateful for this video.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome Dee money. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@nakshathranaina_official]

Thank you for the information doctor

[@hjlumley913ktown]

Back in January I’ve felt a few inguinal lymph nodes which I believe lead to this weird throbbing or pinching/poking sensation in the crease. It was so random and would last a few seconds and whenever I lifted the opposite leg it’ll cause the discomfort to be present. It wasn’t until I went to the ER for gastrointestinal problems that they did a CBC, Urinalysis, this marker to test for inflammation, and an abdominal/pelvic CT scan and everything came back negative, but to this day I still feel that sensation every so often like before but now it’s even more uncomfortable when I lean on that side or when I’m resting thinking about it. It’s even radiating to my hip. It’s giving me severe health anxiety where it’s interrupting daily routines and researching and self diagnosing myself through google for hours on end. I keep thinking what if those nodes are what’s causing my pain and the CT missed something and they’re something more serious, like a tumor, and are pushing on nearby nerves? Do you believe this is all in my head and I’m imagining it all? It’s just an odd sensation, doesn’t hurt whatsoever on a scale of 1-10, it just confuses me that why wouldn’t the ct pick up whatever it is?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Heather. Sorry to hear this. It may be related to your hip joint which can cause groin pain and may be unrelated to the nodes. An MRI is a better test to look at the hip joint and to assess the labrum which sometimes is the cause. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@mughabetochishi3716]

You told exactly of what I'm experiencing, it's jus that the the discomfort is from my chest and throat!

[@ericeisler8922]

Great video! Nice to see a few doctors who are smart, humble, and can think outside the box. Have you read Dr. Sarno's books on healing back pain? I'm a big believer in the mind body connection but haven't had much luck getting over my chronic pain issues. I've tried therapy and medication, but not much seems to help. Any thoughts on how your patients overcame anxiety (fear might be more accurate) would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi eric. Thanks so much for your positive feedback. Best way for surgical patients to reduce anxiety is to be prepared - primarily with knowledge. There is definitely a mind body connection with health and if we can keep our stress down, it will benefit our health. Thanks so much for watching and be safe.

[@larryc1964]

Eric you’re absolutely right. My journey out of disabling pain is underway using Sarno’s mind body approach! Painfreeyou youtube channel is highly recommended. Dan Buglio is an excellent coach

[@Truerealism747]

What are you suffering with

[@christinagreaves7932]

Thanks for this

[@TalkingWithDocs]

You are very welcome Christina. Thanks for watching.

[@winston9505]

Interesting. Thanks docs!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Our pleasure!

[@Sarahh_]

does anxiety also cause nerve-like stinging pain in the legs and arms? it all started one day when I was studying for my exam. since then, it hasnt left me and im going crazy. I got blood tests and everything was fine.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi sarah. Anxiety can cause a wide range of physiological symptoms including shortness of breath, heart palpatations, dizziness, and numbness and tingling. If this persists, it would be best to be assessed by a health care provider to ensure something else is not going on. If you do have anxiety, it is also a good idea to discuss this with your family physician who can help with treatment options. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@larryc1964]

Check out dr John Sarno

[@computerfastrepair]

@@TalkingWithDocs I respect u guys but everywhere I see u guys mention to talk to a doctor..dont u think people have done that enoughalready

[@lunvontawizotal4308]

That's what happen to me...2 years and i am still dealing with the pain...

[@computerfastrepair]

@@lunvontawizotal4308 dude ignore the MF pain bro. Handle your emotional stress..maybe u havent forgiven someone or maybe ur still angry or your body is overloaded. Think psychological and not physical. U say 2 years? Your body has BEEN healed up along time ago...even though ur pain is real it's not what u think. It's not your body it's your mind distracting you from the real problem in your life. Your mind is actually doing u a favor...its a defense mechanism.

[@nantrash]

idk but i have all the mixed symptoms. Tightness, left arm pain , shortness of breath. But everytime it happens, it goes away after i somehow forget about it. Whenever i google about it, it always worsens my situation as it lists all my symptoms as a "Heart attack"

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Raizeden. Anxiety and heart attacks can feel and sound similar. If you are unsure, you should get checked out. If it is anxiety you should talk to someone about strategies to deal with your anxiety. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@darlenericotta7550]

Hi Docs! Thank you for the very good and entertaining information.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

You are welcome Darlene!

[@supremegod1006]

@@TalkingWithDocs my throat hurts when I get depressed

[@snowps1]

This video is so helpful.

[@rosiecotts4732]

Agree. The way you feel emotionally affects you physically. Everyone should take a day off. I mean OFF. Sleep all day. Get up to drink water, eat something light, and take a shower, go back to sleep. Whatever is there to do will be there to do next day anyway. If you are like me. Do everything the day before, so it is not in your head and you can relax. Exercise everyday at least a little. Sunday's it's a good day.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Rosie. We agree having down time is critical. What that time consists of is very different for everyone. Thanks for watching.

[@khajababu1403]

, iam suffering from severe depression And physical bodily pain symptoms(neck upper back and lower back pain burning sensation in eyes, cheeks mouth and throat for last 3 months, iam taking two psych meds present.. can i tapper of both clonazepam (0.5 mg) & vortioxetin (10mg) have been using for 3 weeks only.. I don't want to stay on these pills which cannot give me relef rather more I'll feeling.. Please advice me n ur support needed 🙏 iam eagerly waiting for ur reply, I don't want to regret in future help me.. Does his idea helps me to overcome depression and physical pain also.. Please help me out

[@adoraespiritu5763]

Thanks for sharing♥️

[@georgelopez9517]

Hello, Hope you guy’s are doing well! I have been watching your videos for the past few weeks and they have been super helpful! I have a question,!for the past two months, I have been having arm and leg pain, numbness in feet and arm, burning on forearm and weakness in my legs. I have seen so many doctors and even specialist and they all say I don’t have some serious medical condition. They just keep saying it’s anxiety! Is it normal to experience all these symptoms especially the leg weakness for over a month! That’s what I’m afraid of the most. My oldest sister has MS so also the possible having that scares me. Thanks!

[@salmanalltheway]

Hi George, you got answers?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi George. sorry for the delayed response. So it could be anxiety. MS is less likely but if it persists you should see a neurologist to try and find some answers. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@purplegypsylady777]

Anxiety? No that's definitely not anxiety, don't let doctors brush it off like that.. they use anxiety as an excuse for everything. Do you have an update?

[@alidavalentinagosgnach700]

This is true, anxiety and stress does make you feel really sick. I know that there were times that I had anxiety but now I learned to cope with it..

[@TalkingWithDocs]

That’s good Alida. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@kyyy2370]

How did u cope..?

[@naveedbuttbutt6329]

How you cope up this please share ur experience I am facing this and due to this my study and relations is also affecting

[@Metroidkid97]

I told my doctor I have nerve pain especially in my wrists, hands, forearms and elbow. I’ve been depressed and work in construction so my hands are always tired. sometimes it feels like my skin burns and that was a big red flag so I asked my doc and he said not to worry about it and it’s most likely stress. It’s been two weeks and the pain is a 3/10 but it doesn’t go away. Idk what to do

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Metrokid97. If it is related to stress and anxiety there are strategies you can use. Best to see someone with a special interest in this area. Good luck to you. You are not alone as it is very common. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@fannyingabout]

In the absence of a firm diagnosis from a consultant it is absolutely the case that your hand arm pain is stress. I’ve been there with the hand issues and had similar symptoms to you. I had MRI scans, nerve conduction studies x 2 and several visits to orthopaedic surgeons and neurologists only to be told there was nothing to be found. In the end I had to come to terms with the fact that anxiety was causing my debilitating symptoms. I got to the stage where I was wearing splints on my hands. You must get proper investigations and then treat it as anxiety. I am 90 percent better, I have the odd flare up of mild symptoms but it goes away. Hope this helps.

[@Hahah..]

Do u still have those pain

[@PIXELSURPRISE]

I don’t think I’ve had anxiety and depression since I was 10... but I have had sharp random stabbing pains everywhere I have nerves, since then.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi PIXEL SURPRISE! So it may be anxiety. If it becomes a problem, definitely talk to someone. It is very common. Good luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@alexzil2142]

Have u seen any solution yet??

[@PIXELSURPRISE]

@@TalkingWithDocs I dont have anxiety... I have CMT disease.

[@bebadoll68]

Great video thank youuu

[@DaisyAruba]

I am on non narcotic medication for my muscles but it’s so hard still and took me a long time to be taken seriously. I was almost crying when my pcp was like r u ok I’m like no I can’t handle the stiff neck, shoulders, I feel like someone is SITTING ON MY NECK 24/7 and I need psychical therapy but I can’t afford it. I lost job during pandemic. Anxiety disorder has caused me to become a hermit, thanks media for scaring the sh*t out of everyone. And I find that being aware of pain gives you more control and power to change your brain which can change how your body reacts to pain I believe

[@TalkingWithDocs]

That is a sensible strategy. The pandemic has been very difficult especially on patients with anxiety and depression. Wishing you the best going forward

[@khajababu1403]

Hi cultofcarissa! iam suffering from severe depression And physical bodily pain symptoms for last 3 months, iam taking two psych meds present.. can i tapper of both clonazepam (0.5 mg) & vortioxetin (10mg) have been using for 3 weeks only.. I don't want to stay on these pills which cannot give me relef rather more I'll feeling.. Please advice me n ur support needed 🙏 iam eagerly waiting for ur reply, I don't want to regret in future help me.. Does his idea helps me to overcome depression and physical pain also.. Please help me out

[@Truerealism747]

How are you now

[@ayremember2900]

Yes You're welcome

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for watching Gerard.

[@Dr.RickMarshall]

Thank you guys 💛💚

[@TalkingWithDocs]

So very welcome Chi! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@dhimitriag1919]

I went through anxiety and depression at the age of 30. It started with a headache and fatigue, then I went to the doctor because I had pain in my shoulders and arms and it was moving in different places. (abdomen, stomach, liver, kidney, head and neck. ) everything I read on google directed me towards bad diseases like cancer. I went to the doctor more than 27 times in two months. I did blood tests, urinary infections, stomach tests, I checked the liver, pancreas and lungs (I haven't smoked for 3 years). I've had 5 heart checks and I still think I'm sick. every analysis of mine was perfect. My stomach also gives me some pain and some diarrhea. The doctors didn't find anything suspicious. I also feel a little pain in my throat or neck and immediately think of the worst. Now I'm starting to look for graphic images of the organs because I still think that the doctors have forgotten something in Sweden that they haven't found. I can't control it yet, I've been struggling for two months and I'm going hypochondriac. what do you suggest?

[@SugarsugarFruity-hz6lz]

So sorry to hear that. I have health anxiety too and it all started back in 2020. I've never once experienced anxiety in the way that I was experiencing. My anxiety became so bad that I started developing random headaches, chest pains, heartbeat racing out of nowhere, numbness, shortness of breath, and currently right now I'm dealing with neck pain. It's so frustrating because everyday you wake up and it's a different symptom. I know EXACTLY what you are going through because I'm going through it myself currently. Please stay strong and always try to remain positive. I know that it isn't easy because when you're in pain your natural instinct is to be negative but try to push through it and don't let the pain and ache overtake you. I'm currently doing it myself. I have been meditating to cope with the pain and the ache and I think it's helping a little but not as much but I'm gonna try to do as much as I can to still stay positive. Good luck to you on your recovery! And also if you want we could maybe chat about it?

[@tryha.11.1]

​@@SugarsugarFruity-hz6lz I can complete relate to you . I am 17 and I am also going through the same things since 2021. It's hard man

[@Furkan-dq1pf]

I had a panic attack induced by cannabis now 4 months further i still have CONSTANT pain on my chest and belly what can i do??

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi furkan. If the pain is constant it may be related to anxiety. It is always best to make sure it is nothing more serious. Get assessed. Maybe stay away from the cannabis. Good luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@cchoerryy]

can anxiety cause twitching and tics? i always thought that it was normal but i noticed that i was the only one in the family always shivering and doing head twitching. it always happens when im anxious or uncomfortable. it’s not like i can’t control the ‚tics‘ it’s like i have to ‚tic‘ because if i won’t i would feel uncomfortable..

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi lisa. Yes it can. If you find it is causing you more problems, you should discuss with your doctor as there are strategies you can use to help with your anxiety. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@VindictiveRaider]

I have a severe anxiety disorder and I have bursitis with GERD. Now the insane thing about it is when my hip hurts my gerd is not as bad but when my gerd gets bad my hip doesn't hurt as much. It's like my anxiety is trying to find an exit point and it uses my hip and gerd to try to get out. The mind and body are a fascinating thing. So at the end of the day I figured if I cut the head of a snake off it will die. Got to figure a way to get rid of my anxiety.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Brian D. Thanks for sharing your story. Anxiety in today's busy world is increasingly common. You definitely have the right attitude - address it head on and try to find the best strategies that work for you to manage it. Good luck to you and keep us posted. Thanks for watching

[@yishai720]

I just got a RCT operation done, 3 days ago and whenever I feel a little discomfort in my mouth, I suddenly feel stress and severely anxious. I cant focus on my studying and the school is very hectic too. I cant find a way and time to de-stress thats why I feel kinda depress now. Also this quarantine I developed Panic Disorder, life is really beating me aye. This is informative. Thank you Doc.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Santos. We are so sorry to hear you are having a difficult time. You are not alone - many people are struggling with exactly the same issues as you. Best advice is to talk to someone to get some help. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@hartleybennett8703]

Shittiest advice ever

[@TaraMarks]

You two are great!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Tara! Thanks for your kind words. And thanks for watching!

[@NewHara]

Fr

[@NewHara]

I really wish I can stop making my self think I have a heart problem:( my anxiety is very severe

[@ab_4723]

During my final year at university, I experienced a strange feeling in my stomach for almost a month. As soon as my exams were done, the pain went away. The next time it popped up is when I started my first job after uni. Since then, I’ve experienced this pain more frequently but it typically doesn’t last anymore than a month. It sort of feels like I’m extremely hungry and my stomach feels like it’s ‘twisting’. Any one else experience this?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi AB_ This is a very common symptom of anxiety. If it gets worse you should consider talking to your doctor about it. Best of luck and thanks for sharing your experience. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@ab_4723]

@@TalkingWithDocs thanks so much for responding, subscribed!

[@colehenderson7486]

Hello AB_ I suffer from anxiety and I also get this feeling. The mind and gut connection is a very real thing. Do some reading about how your brain and gut send messages and are interconnected. It helped me understand what was happening and when I know what is going on with my body it helps me not worry as much. Hope this helped. God bless!

[@ab_4723]

@@colehenderson7486 thank you so much for your advice! Did you find anything that helps with the pain? God bless x

[@colehenderson7486]

@@ab_4723 me personally I try and stay away from painkillers. Keep yourself busy. Workout, eat healthy, do small tasks throughout the day that keep your mind off of how you are feeling and of course get some sleep. If you are in pain that is unbearable there is nothing wrong with trying to relieve that pain. I wish I had a concrete answer to give you but it’s definitely a process. If you have anxiety like myself tell yourself over and over that it is your anxiety and write down what triggers your anxiety. Hope this helps!

[@therealofmissy]

Anxiety and stress for me is racing throughts, chest pain, brain zaps, headaches, shooting pains in both legs and arms,trouble sleeping and eating. Mostly during colder seasons or when people around me like my family stress me out.

[@Hahah..]

I have shooting or stabbing pain all over the body. Which comes sudden and goes

[@tonyacampbell4903]

I have a lot of emotional stress due to my adult son and his horrible challenges he is dealing with. My skin hurts! My body aches- almost like you feel when you have a fever. But I don’t have a fever. At first I thought it was Covid, then I realized it was severe stress.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Tonya. So sorry to hear that. Parenting is very difficult. There are lots of resources out there to help you. Don't hesitate to ask for help. There a shocking number of people dealing with severe stress for a host of reasons. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@bhasmangyajnik3632]

Same here again. My teenage son who was dealing with his issues brought the stress on me and I am struggling with anxiety now. Lost my husband in 2016 and now this...I am praying for myself and everyone else. Heal the world

[@AlexCruz-ms2yj]

So what's good for severe stress

[@Mimi89_7]

Hi I have anxiety and depression I had a bad attack in March because of the crazy covid19 drama I felt like something bad was going to happen I was shaking and my heart was racing so fast I couldn't sleep my neck felt tight I even fainted but now I feel overwhelmed with life issues and my chest tightness I felt it before like in March it come and go sometimes when I lay on my back I feel like my air cut off I hate it it's not all the time only when I'm anxious about things smh

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi riz1738. Sorry to hear you were having a difficult time. This pandemic is causing everyone a lot of stress so you are not alone. It sounds like you have a very practical sensible approach and are aware of what is going on. Continue to be safe. Thanks for watching and take care of yourself.

[@natethegreathi8536]

I’m 17 with severe anxiety, depression, and ocd and I am currently seeking help, but have yet to change for the better. I have no fever and woke with intense body aches everywhere and I feel so tender to the touch. I am not sure if my vyvance, Zoloft, trazodone, or hydroxyzine pills caused this or if it’s just my constant stress. How do I treat myself?

[@greenrainbows11]

How are you doing? I hope you’re feeling better 💛

[@natethegreathi8536]

@@greenrainbows11 actually I am starting to, thanks😁 turns out I was severely dehydrated on all my new meds, but now I know how to fix my physical problems and it helps me to stay a bit more positive❤️

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Natethegreat Hi. Sorry to hear you are having a difficult time. The best advice is to talk to someone. It may start with a friend or family member but ideally a healthcare professional that can help you with counselling and possibly medication. We wish you nothing but the best. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@khajababu1403]

, iam suffering from severe depression And physical bodily pain symptoms(neck upper back and lower back pain burning sensation in eyes, cheeks mouth and throat for last 3 months, iam taking two psych meds present.. can i tapper of both clonazepam (0.5 mg) & vortioxetin (10mg) have been using for 3 weeks only.. I don't want to stay on these pills which cannot give me relef rather more I'll feeling.. Please advice me n ur support needed 🙏 iam eagerly waiting for ur reply, I don't want to regret in future help me.. Does his idea helps me to overcome depression and physical pain also.. Please help me out

[@dalesmith4985]

I got hit by a bus a year and a half ago and received a non displaced fractured nose and a fractured rib and 5 weeks later I began to feel tingling prickling and burning sensations on my forehead and pain in the nose area, I have been to a ENT and nothing wrong with sinuses and been to two neurologists the first one ordered a non contrast MRI that didn't show anything out of the ordinary apart from age related white specs, I was put on Endep and Lyrica which didn't seem to help much. I was told I might have probable post traumatic headache disorder and a year later still got the same problem and went to the second neurologist that said I have PTSD and anxiety that has caused Atypical facial pain. I'm currently going through the process of pain management at a hospital and hope to maybe get a nerve block injection or something to see if it is a irritated trigeminal nerve or something like that or some sort of diagnostic block like a sphenopalatine ganglion block, I'm tired of this constant ongoing pain

[@maguifreitas]

Chronic stress can cause body tingling? If yes, can persist for days,weeks, months?

[@melanieaponte9893]

I have this weird feeling in my chest then these random pains in my body and arms. I know I've been stressed lately so it makes me curious if that's what is causing it

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Mel. That is quite possible. If you have ongoing concerns definitely see your doctor. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@RicciOlson]

Yes. I had it. Thought I was having a stroke or heart attack and ended up being taken to the er in an ambulance. After blood tests, several ekg's, a chest xray, and a heart scan, turns out I had a shoulder injury and very high blood pressure....aka hypertensive crisis. I workout daily, eat healthy, no salt, no sugar, no soda and I'm normal body weight. They said it was likely stress related and genetic. Being that I am half black, black people have a tendency to have more issues with blood pressure. It runs on both sides of my family. I'm now on medication. Go see your regular doctor, and have your blood pressure checked on a regular basis.

[@melanieaponte9893]

@@RicciOlson oh thank you for letting me know. I just been so worried going to the er...i knkwni should though. Im glad you had no severe problems. I think mines is stress related but I will go check

[@frankjdm4636]

Muscle Knotts, I have High Stress and Anxiety at times and Ive noticed my Arms would hurt and feel like they were cut. Just found out I also have alot of Muscle Knotts on my arms, neck, traps and shoulders. Started feeling better once I had my Spouse break them down with a spoon. Also watch Chiropractor Mondragon to get an idea of how she breaks down muscle knotts.

[@mom2boys170]

I am now anxiously depressed because my knee hurts. Or am I depressingly anxious? I’m so confused. My knee hurts.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Mom2Boys. Very funny

[@leenadhiman6738]

Hpw u feeling now

[@Mooseie033]

😑I have ACTUAL DEPPRESSION 😭😭

[@anthonyjohnson4964]

Me too

[@pluckymhlanga8691]

My knee also hurts

[@daniellest-aubin7545]

Love this series! Have you done a video on bone loss or joint pain after menopause?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Danielle. We have not specifically addressed that issue but we can add it to the list for sure. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@susanbrown1842]

I have had chest pain for two years at different levels of severity. My doctor recommended a chest x-ray, EKG, and echo. Results came back normal. She determined it is stress-related but didn't give me a course of action. Most recently I had a tachycardia event for which I went to the ER. Just another evidence to show stress. What would you recommend I do to help relieve pain besides anti-inflammatory meds? PT? I do not want to take antidepressants! Thank you for your care and help!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Susan. If your heart has been deemed ok it is worth talking to someone about strategies to address your anxiety up to and including medication. Best of luck

[@b.dalius5136]

I've been feeling a tension/heaviness in the back of my neck. Its really bugging me. I've had an MRI scan, ECG test, my blood pressure is normal and i have a normal muscular build body. I always think about the feeling I feel in my neck, I've went to the clinic and also consulted with a certified doctor outside the clinic, and the symptoms that they empathize if I have numbness in the hands or anywhere in the face, in case of a stroke. But I feel none of that, so my question, are the muscles in my neck in a constant tightening mode because of anxiety/stress, or is it a medical condition? Please reply, I want to live like a normal person

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Beedalius. It is very difficult to answer this question. These symptoms can be from anxiety or from other organic pathology. If you have persistent symptoms you should be reassessed by your doctor or seek another opinion. Hope that helps. Good luck to you.

[@jakeespinosa3937]

Beedalius Saiquintus hi, how are you doing? Do you still feel pain in your neck?

[@computerfastrepair]

@@TalkingWithDocs I'm sorry but u guys suck!! I've been reading comments and to everyone you say for them to go see a doctor... wtf do u want...the docs to open their body up!?!?? Over 90% of doctor visits are stress related...shouldn't that tell you it's a mind body disorder due to stress or released anger ??!!!! That MRI shit is gabage... u take a patient with no pain.....and another patient with severe pajn...the patient with no pain has more bulges herniation pinched nerve etc BUT no pain!!! Why is that? Guys read healing back pain by dr john sarno or dr claire weeks. What you guys have is tension/emotional stress that's it!!! Those books cost $5...compared to hundreds going to the chiro or physicians. Wake up folks!! P.s. dont be scared of tumors..remember tony Robbins had one in his brain and look at him!!!

[@aliveandwell3958]

@@computerfastrepair 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@siewchu8928]

My experience you have a light anxiety. If you keep going on worry it will expose. And it become a long term to overcome.

[@aaronjoseph6650]

For the past 3 months, I've had stomache pain/ ache on a daily basis as well as a number of other medical issues, including pain in my chest. I've had numerous tests done on my heart and digestive system. EKG, CT scans, endoscope, colonoscopy, gall bladder ultrasound and more. Everything comes back normal, but I'm still experiencing stomache aches on a daily basis that seem to get worse after eating, no matter what I eat. I was told it's from anxiety. I admit I have been under a lot of stress and anxiety for the past few years but have just recently began to feel physical symptoms. I had Covid really bad last November and now I've had these stomache issues everyday for 3 months. I can't help but feel they're wrong and Idk what else to do. Is it normal to have stomache pain or aches everyday for months on end from anxiety? Please help. Thank you

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Aaron. Sorry to hear this. Anxiety certainly can cause daily physical symptoms. Sounds like you have had a lot of investigations. Maybe talk to your doctor about an anxiety strategy. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@loganstevend9185]

Get ready bro for what no1 will tell you. There many different breeds within our human nature you are a empath listen too wind sound or Buddhist monks beats cancel out your surroundings mentally but do not cancel your self out..

[@petercofrancesco1620]

Maybe It's Spermatle Crainia , You Have What Is Very Common . Hot Bath And Incense Will Calm You Down .

[@thecavfam1761]

Omg this is me after covid upper right under boob pain and chest pain stomach problems 😫 after covid!!!!!! 🥺

[@babyyoda6549]

If you have a Heitel hernia or gerd , you’re probably very frustrated and think you’re going crazy because you think you’re becoming a hypochondriac but the problem is these freaking things cause you to feel like you’re having a heart attack. It can even trigger a panic attack and I just wish doctors would Deal with this situation better because taking PPI’s is just a band-Aid, it doesn’t do what needs to be done to relieve people of this horrible thing, unless you get surgery to correct it you’re gonna experience this for your whole life and it’s just not worth it for one and hoping my doctor can finally approve me for surgery if my weight loss doesn’t result in fixing the problem, having anxiety from this is even worse with people that were already diagnosed with Asperger’s OCD or ADHD, and that’s a freaking nightmare, even normal people having anxiety from this terrible thing, another thing is despite not having high blood pressure or diabetes. If you’re obese it also makes you have worse anxiety about this because obesity is a risk for a heart attack.

[@roslyntucker4741]

Lots of love, laughter, being kind to yourself,as well as others is the answer. You are the illness, you are also the cure….

[@FortheBudgies]

Not if you have something physically wrong causing pain and limiting your entire life. You can't positive think your way out of it.

[@nancysalinas4364]

I’ve been having pain in my like lung area ever since this covid stuff started, I’m really scared all the time that I might have something really bad like cancer or something along the line :( I’ve been to the doctors a year ago and they said it was stress anxiety and my asthma making it worse but it’s been over a year and I still have the pain every day it comes and goes throughout the day.. is this normal??? I made another appointment but it’s not until the 26th. Should I request a therapist if they don’t refer me to one? I feel like I need one because I feel like I’m going to go crazy ☹️ I’m 20 and have a 3 year old daughter I’m paranoid/terrified of not being there for her and I try my best to stay positive

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Nancy. Sorry to hear you are having a tough time. The pandemic has certainly amplified any anxiety type symptoms and is totally normal. It is a great idea to discuss your feelings, fears, etc with a therapist to get some perspective and some coping strategies. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@matteobrayden6843]

I know I am kinda randomly asking but does anyone know of a good site to watch newly released series online?

[@wallacerandall4058]

@Matteo Brayden I dunno lately I've been using flixportal. You can find it thru google:P -wallace

[@matteobrayden6843]

@Wallace Randall Thanks, I signed up and it seems to work :) I appreciate it !

[@wallacerandall4058]

@Matteo Brayden no problem xD

[@urnansdicountcodes4208]

Idk if I have anxiety of anything but when I think or anything before going college or during I’ve had it for years it’s like massive cramps in the stomach sometimes feels like I’m gonna throw up it’s horrible. Sometimes I think without medication that makes the pain go away will it ever stop :/

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing your story Sxmmi. Hang in there. You are not alone. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

[@surbhitamrakar1638]

The same happens with me.

[@nswayze2218]

It has something to do with high corrisol plus the act of stretching those muscles. It fuses things weirdly.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Nswayze22. Good point. Cortisol definitely can play a role. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and for subscribing if you did.

[@StubbledCandy]

I broke my L5 vertebrae when I was twelve,had to get it fixed and I was sixteen so I walked around with a broken back four years. I had a lumbar Fusion. no pain meds and I have anxiety which I don't take medication for and I have chronic pain and I function pretty fine. I'm just very used the being in pain. I know it can be hard.but I just tell myself that my body does not dictate. how I'm going to feel and how i put myself out to the world.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing Stubbie Candy. Sounds like you are pretty tough. Good luck going forward. Thanks for watching and for subscribing if you did.

[@StubbledCandy]

@@TalkingWithDocs thank you, to be honest I spoke with a doctor and he told me I could either deal with my pain or my mental state. So I chose my pain. "Great" dr. -_- Also didn't know that normal people, when their leg falls asleep and the feeling comes back. It doesnt hurt! For me every time something falls asleep ,I feel like I'm getting stabbed by multiple knives when the feeling comes back and I was told that's not normal! Not gonna lie I thought that was normal for people 🤣🤣 Have to find the laughs in the rough times!

[@danielhenderson1744]

Great show guys. Something traumatic happened to me 9 years ago and I’ve had severe flank pain pretty much since that day. I’ve convinced myself I have something wrong with me but every tests says different! I refuse to believe stress and trauma can cause this daily pain

[@dfsf10]

fk same hapenin to me

[@danielhenderson1744]

@@dfsf10 sorry to hear that. How long have you been like this? What does your flank pain feel like?

[@dfsf10]

@@danielhenderson1744 thanks for answ. its like some discomfort but seems like pain is on muscles i dont know how to describe. and yours?

[@dfsf10]

also my ribs are hurtin both size when im touch or press with fingers

[@danielhenderson1744]

@@dfsf10 same with mines. It’s like my ribs are bruised and sore to touch. Not all the time but it comes and goes. Mines start in my right flank under my ribs. Now it’s mostly in my side and back on both flanks. It’s like a gnawing pain that doesn’t go away. It’s not agonising but it’s there gnawing away every day. Some days are a lot worse than others but it’s always there. How does yours feel and how did it start,if you don’t mind me asking?

[@brunorios6]

My stomach has been making so much noise and my chest burns at times, i also have been burping so much. I was stressed and had bad anxiety For a whole monthh! And it was very bad now I’m calming down and accepting it’s because of stress and anxiety and it’s been way better! My eye would twitch a lot Because of how stressed I was. I’m now feeling better!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

So glad to hear you are better Bruno. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@poppysmall2309]

I’ve had chronic diarrhoea for almost a month now. Had blood tests just under 2 months ago because thought I may have IBS as I’ve always pooped more than the normal person. But my anxiety has been so so high (attack everyday) which has come hand in hand with this chronic diarrhoea. I went back to my doctor last week who said that my blood tests were completely normal and believes it all my anxiety. Feels like I’m going insane😖😖

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that poppy. Hope things get better for you. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@cagurdeepminhas1074]

Did you took anxiety medicines

[@poppysmall2309]

@@cagurdeepminhas1074 yes I’m so much better. I took the medicine but that’s what made me ill

[@cagurdeepminhas1074]

@@poppysmall2309 which anxiety medicine , dose and for what period

[@rainbowgod8051]

@@cagurdeepminhas1074 what do u take if u don't mind me asking? I'm fixing to start remeron so just curious.

[@ephemeralprince]

Felt like I was gonna have a panic today, got through fortunately but I felt like I pulled a muscle in my left oblique area so whenever I took a deep breathe it would hurt. Never knew anxiety caused so much tension

[@TalkingWithDocs]

It certainly can July XC. But you got through it! Way to go! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@mre2164]

I have this now but on my right side under my lower ribs :/

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

I’m a tell you what happened to me I had an MRI done about five years ago and it showed cervical stenosis four levels cervical facet joint disease I didn’t believe any doctor I tried chiropractor I acupuncture neurologist physical therapy on neurosurgeon told me I didn’t need surgery. I didn’t believe him and I found a neurosurgeon that replaced three discs and I still feel horrific of surgery that I paid cash for. And I’m still stuck with anxiety because that’s all it is. It was anxiety the whole time our healthcare system could be so vicious and greedy. I wanna make this clear to everybody reading this anxiety is no joke, tension, headache, shoulder pain, neck, pain, insomnia you get into a loop of vicious cycle that destroys your life. God bless everybody.

[@Jonnhy_24]

When i get very depressed and mad at the same time,or in Times of big tension, like after having a fight, i don't know if it's because i get all tense.....but some hours after that moments my back gets so sore......

[@Mimi89_7]

Yes it happens you will be ok I have the same problem smh I hate it I'm having chest tightness right now it makes my arms and back sore I worry alot and get very overwhelmed hopefully it will get better don't worry try taking a walk clear your mind I'm sick of wearing a mask lol

[@Jonnhy_24]

@@Mimi89_7 hope you get Better fast bro

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi BongRipper 420 and riz1738. Real physical symptoms are often part of anxiety and depression. It is very common. The most important thing is to recognize it and get the help you need to both help with the acute attacks as well as to have strategies to help reduce their frequency and severity. Thanks for watching and best of luck to both of you.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for helping eachother.

[@brownboss2803]

Get back massage pad from Walmart. I love mine. It's vibrants n it's heated

[@iknowitstoolate1760]

I was feeling fine all day and then all of sudden I started feeling achey all over my body tonight 😭😭😭

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that ALDC Gals. If this continues you should defintely talk to someone. Stay safe. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@joeyfernandez9892]

@@TalkingWithDocs when you say "you should talk to someone" do you mean a loved one? Or a professional that can help?

[@awritersvoice_]

I noticed that I’m always sore because I’m always tense and stiff due to my anxiety I always feel like I’ve been at the gym for hours working every part of my body it is truly exhausting. Sometimes I can be tense for a long period of time and not notice I try to be more mindful of it now but it seems I just don’t know how to really relax. That’s how I ended up on this video trying to find effective ways to relax having intense anxiety/social anxiety. Also I saw someone say something about stinging pain, anytime I get frightened/startled by something/someone I get this stinging feeling in the bottom of my feet it hurts so bad and I always get mad at myself for allowing myself to get scared. I try to anticipate things or be really observant of people and possible situations to try and catch things that might possibly startle me, but that just goes back to leaving me tense and stiff with way there is pain.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Jazmine. You are not alone. Talk to your doctor as there many successful strategies to deal with anxiety. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@fawkes.6820]

Can anxiety also affect your heels and your muscles in your right leg and right arm at the same time

[@bigmac-1181]

Hi, so recently my anxiety came back and I've been constantly worrying that I'm in the early stages of having a heart attack but I'm only 18 drink alot of water and just don't think I could have an artery issue yet. Since last month I started having anxiety induced IBS and the fears that it might be cancer or another issue just made my anxiety worse, where I ended up reading heart attack warning signs and then all of a sudden I'm experiencing certain symptoms arm tingling, arm/elbow pain tingling in arms and hands, alternating pain on both sides of the jaw, neck pain, scapula pain, and mild chest pains . I am constantly worrying about a heart attack now so I'm wondering if it's possible that it's just my anxiety causing these pains, they're never severe usually a 2-3/10 and last only a few minutes (except for the chest pains that lasts less than a minute or two) typically occur when I think about a heart attack. Is it possible for anxiety to make me feel these pains? I don't start sweating at all or lose my breathe often so I don't think it could be a heart attack but I'm just not sure my anxiety keeps telling me otherwise.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Big Mac-11. So anxiety can produce a host of symptoms that are very real. If you are uncertain about your general health you should get assessed and continue working to have strategies to deal with the anxiety. Thanks for taking the time to share your story. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@bigmac-1181]

@@TalkingWithDocs of course I subscribed anything to show support. Thank you for responding and yeah ever since last night I sorta understood the fact that it's just my anxiety and I'm able to cope with it much better even though the pains come on still I just ignore them and they go away.

[@carlosgabrielgatapia8153]

we're same bro, get well soon

[@anthonya3060]

I’m going through that right now, it all started about 4 weeks ago, and I’m also 18 and don’t smoke and all I drink is water.

[@anthonya3060]

How are you feeling now ?

[@carlsam5357]

Hi there, does anxiety gives you nightmares? I often dream weird things and made me feel bad and moody the whole day, its sad 😔

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Carl. Anxiety can certainly cause dreams and nightmares. If you have anxiety you should talk to someone about the potential treatment options as they have changed a lot over the years. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

[@nunyabidness6045]

Went to ER for vomiting 6 days ago. Blood looked good, but they said my urine was not a "slam dunk" UTI but it was off a little. Taking last antibiotic today. But I'm freaking out bc my right side of my abdomen feels weird. And the Dr had said "sometimes appendicitis will manifest with just vomiting" at one point, so now I'm panicking.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Keep an eye on it Nunya. If the pain gets worse, back to the ER! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@charbelnajem4593]

hello I used to train constantly at the gym and everything was okayy...since corona shit started, I stopped training and started playing basketball at my village.. one week later I started to feel pain around my knee and at my quads with a burning sensation.. I took some antinflamatory medication and nothing worked.. I started feeling anxious about everything especially that I stopped training and I'm without work because of corona and lockdown.. I went to a doctor and he told me that nothing is wrong with my knees but the pain was still here with every activity.. two weeks later all my body started to feel pain with burning sensation that was increasing day by day.. and all these times I never stopped thinking about my situation by an OCD way.. everything was hurting me even my testicles..then I did a panic attack.. and now the pain is still here.. especially that today I woke up and my lower back hurted me very much. what to do? I'm very depressed about my situation is this anxiety? I'm taking rivotril to sleep can you please help me? i need it ❤️

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Charbel. It may be anxiety or it may be patellar tendonitis or it could be quadriceps tendonitis or even mild arthritis. Best to get assessed if it continues. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@ayushighosh22]

Can anxiety cause shoulder pains ? I’ve been having shoulder pain for the past 1 week , it gets worse when I feel panicked or highly anxious.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes it can. Always best to see your doctor to talk about your shoulder and your anxiety. There are options. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@leomduffy794]

I get wrist pain and neck and back pain along with numbness.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Leom. So that can definitely be related to anxiety but also can be related to neck pathology. Get checked out to be certain. Good luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

[@robsavage5397]

I suffer from anxiety and depression. Although I'm quite an avid walker and walk everywhere. I've never had knee pain before and have had anxiety and depression for years. Now my right knee hurts very bad when I walk for just a few minutes. It hurts to bend it but doesn't hurt as much if I keep it straight while I walk. Is that anxiety or should I go see my doctor about my knee? Thanks

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Rob. It is hard to say but it sounds like it may be more related to your knee than your anxiety. Best way to know for sure is to get assessed. Good luck. Thanks for watching and for subscribing if you did.

[@Callum290600]

So then when you have the pain and you don’t know why then anxiety and depression kicks further in because you feel that low because of the pain. Vicious circle right?!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Andrea. Yes that complicates the issue. Self propagating cycle. Best to talk to someone about the many potential options to address the anxiety. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

[@eviemora3526]

I’m 16 and before quarantine had started i was experiencing lots of heart palpitations. Now sometimes I get pain in left arm and chest pain. I’ve been getting it for like 4 months now. I’ve been stressing a lot and I gotten really bad anxiety. am i gonna be okay? 😢

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Evie. Sorry to hear you are having a difficult time. It is very common for physical symptoms to be caused by anxiety but it is always best to be formally assessed by your family doctor. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@greenrainbows11]

Hi, I have the same issues. Went to the doctor and all my blood tests are good. But I’m stuck with chest, arm and leg pain. I hope you’re doing better and know you’re not alone 💛

[@francisearlmarfa8239]

@@greenrainbows11 Lol Same I have done many labaratory exam like Chest Xray, Blood test, Urine test and also Sputum test

[@ricapangilinan4494]

Same i have health anxiety since quarantine 2020 to 2021 im thinking to much in my body feels pain panic attack shortnessn breathing

[@dee5335]

I'm 19, I feel the exact same way. I got checked out by doctors and they said I was all good. Thinking about what the problem could be does make me feel more anxious which could be triggering other symptoms???

[@jordanrivera142]

i have anxiety but i notice a slight sharp pain in random parts of my body. It goes away in legit seconds but i’m just curious on what it can be

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Compy. If it moves around it certainly could be anxiety. Best to talk to your doctor about it. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@jaykay8607]

@Jordan same here!

[@khajababu1403]

, iam suffering from severe depression And physical bodily pain symptoms(neck upper back and lower back pain burning sensation in eyes, cheeks mouth and throat for last 3 months, iam taking two psych meds present.. can i tapper of both clonazepam (0.5 mg) & vortioxetin (10mg) have been using for 3 weeks only.. I don't want to stay on these pills which cannot give me relef rather more I'll feeling.. Please advice me n ur support needed 🙏 iam eagerly waiting for ur reply, I don't want to regret in future help me.. Does his idea helps me to overcome depression and physical pain also.. Please help me out

[@radhika13100]

Hi Jordan. How are you doing now? Did it improve.

[@twinkle1602]

How are you doing now?

[@ksunflower1875]

I’ve been having pains in my stomach and back and my ribs, I’ve talked with my doctor about it and had my stomach checked out but nothing, can anxiety give these pains.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Ksunflower18. Yes it can. It is important to make sure it is nothing more serious though like it sounds like you have. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@michaelu2562]

I am a pre med, I was reading about myasthenia gravis last week and guess what? After that my traps, shoulders and abdominal muscles have felt tense and like burning, I am having muscle twitches too, and now I think I have ALS ..

[@fxchampuseu4655]

I have a tingling sensation in my side that’s been consistent for 2 months, I freak out thinking it’s cancer and there is something there but all doctors and family say I am fine and that there is nothing there, physically I feel good and I can still do everything normally but I’m constantly in a state of worry, my question is can anxiety/stress cause an ache/feeling/tingling that is present from the moment I wake up to when I sleep

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes it could. Best to get checked out. Good luck

[@loganstevend9185]

You a are empath with a narrscit sucking you dry feeding off your pain

[@loganstevend9185]

When you sleep is when the narssict attacks the worst. So you wake up feeling like shit.

[@maguifreitas]

Are you okay?

[@fxchampuseu4655]

@@maguifreitas yeah I’m fine now, I believe it was just a injury from playing sports with no warmup then I just made it worse by messing with it, also had really bad health anxiety and some other mental conditions back then, very much better now

[@kristinastadnik2831]

My symptoms are numb right arm, less sensation in right leg than the left leg, half of face goes numb at times (both sides), full face goes numb, occasional dizziness, feeling off balance, blurry vision while driving and pressure between my eyes, face starts to flush and feel hot randomly when body feels fine, occasionally lightheaded, light sensitivity, sometimes malaise....could that be anxiety? Does anyone else have similar symptoms? I also get numbness in my left hand (not as bad at the right, though) but just the hand. I first noticed my numbness being in both my hands but not the fingers...it was weird (just the tops of the hands), but now just mostly the right side of my body. My doctor said it’s just anxiety...but I’m still worried. I’m scared I have a brain tumor or ms. Could my brain be creating those symptoms because I believe I have either of those diseases?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Kristina. Thanks for sharing your story. Those symptoms can be seen with anxiety but also can be seen with other pathology. The best approach is to see your family doctor and if they found other physical signs or symptoms that warranted an MRI they could order it. Anxiety can definitely cause real symptoms like racing heart, shortness of breath and numbness and tingling though. Often a therapist can provide coping strategies to deal with these kinds of things if they are related to anxiety. Good luck to you and thanks for watching our channel.

[@itstahh424]

I get these too! Very scary when u have stroke/heart attack symptoms. But if ur doctor says ur fine and he does test and comes back normal u should already be happy that it’s normal and nothing bad. I have severe anxiety also with being a hypochondriac and seriously every little pain I start to freak out. But I’m telling you if u search up ur symptoms it’ll just ruin ur life and this is coming from experience. Never search up any of ur symptoms and just go to a doctor Bc google is not one. Searching up ur symptoms will trick ur mind into having that specific disease and you’ll end up feeling the pains u searched. Please listen as I’m trying to help a lot of people from my experience I am going through.

[@salmanalltheway]

Hi Kristina, how are you now? Hope you got some answers upon your symptoms??? Please do reply. I am experiencing too many of them.

[@s_xoo5002]

@@salmanalltheway hey wat are u experiencing

[@s_xoo5002]

@@salmanalltheway my symptoms been bad

[@Trimp-x]

Hi again, I’m having sharp pain and ache in the chest and left arm, it feels like the heart but my doctors say it’s fine idk what to do

[@jaykay8607]

I get so many symptoms like palpitations, shortness of breath, chest tightness, heart fluttering, chest pain, acid reflux, headaches, bodyaches, pain in breasts, sometimes shivering, muscle twitches, stomach burning and sadness

[@TalkingWithDocs]

That’s no good jaykay. You should talk to your doctor. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@UsmanAli-si7rz]

@jaykay How's u now and what's diagnosed?

[@Genahsyde1]

Every since my anxiety attack, my body just started hurting, a pain in my left foot and hand it hurts so bad and my back and shoulders I'm wondering if stress can cause all that

[@weareonefamily2947]

Hope you get better though.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Jay Jay. Sorry to hear that you are having a difficult time. Anxiety causes so many different problems. Try to talk to someone if you can. Get better. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@Genahsyde1]

@@weareonefamily2947 thank you so much❤

[@Genahsyde1]

@@TalkingWithDocs I definitely did thank you❤

[@greenrainbows11]

Hi, same thing happened to me. I had a panic attack and A TON of pain followed after, like chest, arm, leg, back and neck pain. Went to the doctor and all tests are normal. Been on and off with pain for 5 months. I hope you’re doing better now!

[@jakeespinosa3937]

How about numbness and pain in the left arm? Is it still related to anxiety?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi jake. It could be related to anxiety. If it persists you should be assessed by a healthcare professional though. Thanks for watching and good luck.

[@pendolla3105]

Me too. But i got 2 ekg's and chest xray They all went normal. Maybe its anxiety or improper posture of the body.

[@alexmorley7018]

I experience quite a lot of right sided chest pain, abdominal pain and neck pain. Again all on the right side of my body, it’s came on when I’ve got my work to finish off for college/exams and I am in a job I don’t particularly like at the moment. Anybody else experience these pains?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing! Hope it gets better

[@laurainfinity1390]

This is so true alot of my pains definitely are from my stress and anxiety

[@stargirlchum8417]

Hi docs. I have severe bodyaches and body soreness. Can anxiety cause bodyaches and body soreness? If so, how do i make it go away? I have a diagnosis of panic disorder and depression. Been experiencing daily panic attacks for months.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Rushaine. Sorry to hear you are having trouble. Yes anxiety and depression can certainly cause body ache and soreness. Best advice is to see a health professional to talk about the many strategies that can help with anxiety - cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, and many other coping strategies. Hope that helps. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@stargirlchum8417]

@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you!

[@UsmanAli-si7rz]

@@stargirlchum8417 how's u now

[@stargirlchum8417]

@@UsmanAli-si7rz doing better. On meds now.

[@UsmanAli-si7rz]

@@stargirlchum8417 good asked you bcoz of almost same condition as mine since Feb 2020 having left side chest ,arm and shoulder pain but comfort while walking , I had sever anxiety attack in 2019 bcoz of sever mental stress , well now I m used too with this pain, I am 36 years old male not obesity 65 kg with 5.10 tall

[@tacticalcreeper9317]

I have health anxiety, when I get chest pain I always get convinced I'm dying. I got a blood test a couple months ago and everything was fine, I'm still worried though, what can I do to overcome this?

[@tacticalcreeper9317]

Upper stomach hurts too, really tough to deal with pain when you have health anxiety. Like no I don't feel bad because I'm dehydrated, it's cause I have cancer obv.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Tactical Creeper. You should talk to someone about medications and possible therapy. Best of luck to you with your anxiety. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@marialozito1841]

Please, I have suffered from depression and anxiety for 35 years. I’m imbalanced and dizzy now they tell me vertigo but not the specific Vertigo so I know how to treat it. Please give me advice I can’t Differentiate the two anymore they say they don’t know

[@TheStyleAlert]

@@marialozito1841 lookup Claire weekes and Paul David. Best of luck to you.

[@lizrodriguez1818]

@@TalkingWithDocs x.

[@Gracieevxi]

I've been having pelvic pain since the start of my last period that started January 4th. I though it was my period however, the pain is still there on the 29th. It just started out of NO WHERE. Mind you, I am not and have not been sexually active for 4 years, (so I dont think its anything sexually related like std/std's) but I am highly stressed. I was examined by my cousin who is a doctor and when he presses I feel nothing. What could it be? I'm worried

[@chillieboi2145]

I've just had a bout of diverticulitis, it was my first ever, the pain was excruciating and had to stay in hospital for 5 days on a drip. Anyway that's been treated and now every time I have pain I panic and my anxiety goes through the roof. I know I'm OK but god the fear of that pain coming back I worry more and makes it worse ten times worse to a point I won't move all day in fear.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Best to talk to your doctor about some strategies for your anxiety. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@Tuck752]

Is nerve pain related to anxiety?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Tuck. It can be. Best to always be assessed by a health care professional. Thanks for watching.

[@ItsAlexiaKAY]

I have stinging pain in my back when I’m depressed and anxious and i have insomnia and I took my sleeping tablets and stings bad before I fall asleep at night

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi MissAlexia_Kay. So those symptoms can be related to anxiety. Often in addition to medication, patients can benefit with behavior therapy like candle breathing and meditation however this should be supervised by a professional. There are many resources available that may help you. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@Mooseie033]

@@TalkingWithDocs have a good day because I don't think I will make it no more the only thing I enjoy is art

[@Mooseie033]

@@TalkingWithDocs hi there I am gonna die I am near a cliff ....

[@RealJamesJones24]

I've been working hard moving weight equipment and not resting a lot

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi James. Heavy lifting can certainly add to your pain. You need to take it easy sometimes. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@teb4188]

My hands are hurting. One of my joints on the middle finger constantly cracks. Weeks ago I also had legs pain, arms pain, even feet pain, but now these symptoms are (kinda) gone. Hands are my only problem, they keep hurting like the first day I experienced this kind of pain. I also had a particular stressing time last year and anxiety has already been a big problem for me (I basically dealt with stomachache for basically everyday for almost 2 months...I mean, I’m also a very anxious person in general, so). I did two blood tests, to try to understand if I had an autoimmune disease or anything else, but nothing, negative. I also went to a neurologist, but he found nothing. In the next few weeks I’m going to a rheumatologist, but I don’t really know how to feel about this. Could those symptoms, especially the cracking joint one, be caused by anxiety? I don’t really know what to do anymore

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Teb41. Sorry to hear you are having a difficult time. Anxiety is very common but very real. The cracking is common and not dangerous. It is likely not related to anxiety. The other symptoms could be. Mention it the neurologist though. Best of luck to you Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.

[@teb4188]

@@TalkingWithDocs thanks, it means a lot to me. Thank you a lot

[@Truerealism747]

Cranking joints are listed in anxiety centre. Website?

[@pinkbowss]

1st day at my new job tomorrow, feeling reallyyyyy anxious

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Sara. That is very common. If your anxiety is causing a severe issue, you should talk to your doctor to see if there are some strategies that may help you. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.

[@joannaoconnor9418]

Hope it went well for you ❤️