I was given methylprednisolone this past February which caused SEVERE anxiety, muscle tension, and depression. I had an anxiety order to begin with, however was more of a worrier than physical symptoms. The doctors decided to try a series of tricyclics, anafranil and then nortriptyline after the steroid, which ultimately made everything worse, as if that was possible. The last med seems to have changed everything, every way my body responds to stress and scary symptoms, and I am scared it wont go away. It caused severe muscle tension and pressure in my chest and neck, (throat area), I stopped at 4 weeks as it was causing severe muscle tension in my head and face also. Since then... 3 months ago, my body has been thru so many changes, severe muscular issues that have just started to go, but now of course they are sore from overuse and strain, mainly when I cry. I have hypersensitivities like itching, pressure in my right temple, and some kind of SCARY, EXTREME, anxiety, tickly kinda, burny feeling that is in my chest and often lasts all day for several days at a time. This feeling started with the nortriptyline and now for 3 months is still around. After having it for so many hours, the tissue in my neck and chest itch like or feel like acid irritation. Is this adrenaline? Will my body ever heal? Does the adrenal and nervous system ever calm down?
Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You should know that these problems are not mental diseases, but are mental disorders. Many researches and researchers confirm that medicines alone cannot cure mental disorders. Exercise, Lifestyle changes, change in thinking pattern, relaxation etc. are as essential as medicines. Psychotherapy can help you to change your lifestyle and thinking patterns. Yoga and meditation help you to streamline your metabolism and neurological balance. Please consult a psychologist for further information. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http