Headache... high anxiety

iVillage Member
Registered: 09-11-2005
Headache... high anxiety
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Tue, 11-29-2005 - 11:23am

Hi everyone-
I have been freaking out for days.
I have had this headache for a week now, by my left temple, its sensitive to the touch and throbs, and then I'll get these twinges. I had a slight fever. I went to the Dr. and they told me it was a sinus infection. I of course do not believe them.
I am so scared its something serious.
Please help me!!!

iVillage Member
Registered: 03-11-2004
Tue, 11-29-2005 - 12:16pm

I know this is scary, Donna. Especially something that doesn't feel *normal* for us. Just a couple months ago I was struck with a headache that came out of nowhere & could not be beat. Since I am NOT a headache person, I thought the worst. Yes, thoughts of a stroke in the making or a brain tumor were racing through my mind. I went to the dr. & he said that it was a sinus infection. I was put on an antibiotic that began to help in about 8 hours. I hate to take meds, but I did it! I even took 2 tylenol that helped.


You did the right thing. You saw the dr. & got a diagnosis. I hope that you're following his prescribed treatment. You will be fine. If you were having some rare or fatal condition, the dr. would have seen signs during your visit. Your mind is clear, no confusion in your post. Just fear & that can be overwhelming for us. Try to relax. Think postively. Reassure yourself that this is a common condition. That you will get better. Try the belly breathing. Allow yourself a certain period of time to worry about this, then move on. Keep your mind & body busy. Good luck to you! We care. (((hugs))) jan