meltdowns
 

I haven't had a full blown anxious depressed meltdownin a long time. Last night I started feeling really foggy and dizzy out of nowhere and it spiraled out of control from there. Ive cried lots today... partly because I have no control over my body anymore.. I'm scared not knowing if what I'm feeling is rsd related if its something else going on. There are so many random things going on physically and I don't know when to blame rsd or if I should be concerned. I could really use some support right now.

Sorry you are having a meltdown. Do a quick check of your meds to see if they could be the culprit.

Autonomic dysregulation due to progressing CRPS can also cause those symptoms.

Having no control over your body can also be related to having no control over your treatment. Maybe take a quick inventory of what you are actively doing to take control of your treatment. Do you have a plan? Are you doing your own independent research in addition to what advice you are receiving from the medical field.

Sometimes something very small like setting goals to be accomplished each day, and having a one month, three month or six month plan can not only force you to explore options, but can keep you focused on moving forward instead of being overwhelmed by where you are. It can also provide you will a picture, over time, of your treatment team, your treatment plan and it's strengths and weaknesses.

Hoping better days are ahead for you!!!!!!!

I'm so sorry that you are having a rough time. I've definitely had my share of meltdowns...though rather than crying and getting depressed I tend to just get very angry even at the dumbest things with the full knowledge that they are stupid and not worth getting angry over.

Last year when my RSD spread and I started having trouble with my balance, blurry vision, dizziness, etc (the list went on and on and on) it was very overwhelming. The doctors were checking out all the different possibilities...I had so much bloodwork and other tests done that they knew me by name at the blood draw place. I think it's always good to have new symptoms checked out because even though they COULD be caused by RSD it's important to make sure there's not something else going on that is undiagnosed. Especially with these sorts of severe symptoms because they could indicated something else serious. Once those things are ruled out then you can safely assume RSD is the culprit. It's a crummy process but it's so important to make sure you are getting proper treatment.

I also agree with ballerina...I felt much better once I took control of my situation rather than being bounced around from one doctor to the next and just waiting for them to DO something. I really dove into the physical therapy 110% and worked on finding a routine/treatment that worked for me and did the best to try to control the pain and other symptoms. I worked WITH my doctor to find solutions for the other wacky symptoms I was having. I would bring in suggestions for different things to try and she would always have other ideas too and together we would sort out what the plan of attack was.

When you have RSD there are so many things that are NOT in your control. I find that it helps me a lot to take control of the things I can and to focus on those. Even when the bad days come and I feel like there's not much I can do...I still do what I can whether it's sitting exercises or using the computer or watching tv or listening to a book...I find something to focus on besides what I can't do that day.

I hope you start feeling better soon. Take care.

Both of your answers brought me to tears again... I cant thank you even enough for your loving support :grouphug:

I agree!! an idol mind is a dangerous one. keep your mind occupied on something , any project either big or small. I myself anger is my enemy with this beast , and the feeling of uselessness. wich makes me more angry. before I knew why I was getting angry I was an unstable bomb. the first out burst cost me a table and a window.. Don't ask!!! not saying I don't get angry but I understand it and can see when its coming and try to work it down.. many feelings come with this beast. a shrink is suggested as part of RSD/CRPS treatment for a reason, with the mix of our emotions towards our unfortunate situation and as I call it (basket of goodies) drug therapy, ..well all that aside. and what I find most useful is forums such as this. it gives me perspective, it places my mind on others, and their strife and I "try" to offer good advice. there for helping someone else. This then makes me feel better that I could do something good for another. and also I see others who suffer this beast reechoing out to others to help. and gives me hope.. vent vent vent. leave nothing behind. it also might help to see what you feel in others threads.
I offer you many warm thoughts and sending you positive energy and many soft hugs.(you are not alone)

It's probably the RSD. It's the one common denominator; everyone with RSD eventually has mental issues. Mine is largely depression and paranoia. Usually I can keep a fairly even keel with the medications but the ship still gets rocked from time to time. Keep busy and try not to think about it. Most of the things I've worried about have just gone away eventually. Worry triggers pain.

Thanks everyone.
I do see a psychiatrist regularly for meds.. I'm thinking it may be time to reevaluate them?
I agree with idle time... I can get sucked into my own head.
I don't have many days like this... but this one has been a doozie. Here's hoping tomorrow is. Better.