Howdy, kids. Reoccuring assaults on my livelihood, anyone?

[Mongolian_DW]

For the past 3-4 months, I have been experiencing rather random symptoms that seem to come and go. Mind you, these do not always happen at the same time, but when they do happen it is really annoying and affects my life negatively...otherwise I don't think I would mind (Obviously). Anywho, I'd just appreciate it if someone could just tell me whether or not I should be concerned.

Age: 15, Female
History: ...Grandparents died of brain aneurism (sp?), other from lung cancer
Aunt had skin cancer, Uncle has some neurological disease-M.S or M.T...?
(^Ha, I am not about to pretend I know)

Severe Fatigue
Dizziness/Lack of Coordination
Hearing Loss
Blurred Vision
Sensitivity to light
Sudden pain in abdomen or hip
Sudden collapse of knee
Sharp pain up through elbow/left side leading to weakness
Numbness and tingling in hands
Nausea/Flu-Like Symptoms
Irregular Walk
Heaviness in chest-Difficulty getting air
Sudden severe headache

^Happen in random attacks, then fade

[Mongolian_DW]

Well, thank you for posting-but what about the sudden pain?
I don't think I can really explain it more than an electric shock through the left side of my body, which gradually fades to a tingle-then to numbness...

I am sure it must have something to do with stress also?
  

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,

The symptoms that you have described look like panic attack to me.

A panic attack is a response of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). The most common symptoms may include trembling, dyspnea (shortness of breath), heart palpitations, chest pain (or chest tightness), hot flashes, cold flashes, burning sensations (particularly in the facial or neck area), sweating, nausea, dizziness (or slight vertigo), light-headedness, hyperventilation, paresthesias (tingling sensations), sensations of choking or smothering.

Stress is an important causing factor.

Treatment includes anti anxiety medicines(available on prescription by a physician).When you have such kind of symptoms, Breathe slowly through the nose using the diaphragm and abdomen. Do not breathe through the mouth. Talking with a supportive person — someone who has experienced true panic attacks personally; someone who is highly trained in treating panic attacks; loved ones who can offer support and comfort.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Kind regards.