I can understand how overwhelming and confusing this must have been for you, especially with symptoms persisting for so long.
From your description, this appears to be a combination of anxiety-related body sensations, panic episodes, and possible withdrawal effects after stopping medication suddenly. The fact that symptoms increase when you ‘check’ them is a very important clue and suggests a strong anxiety-symptom cycle.
Regarding PSSD — I understand your concern, but many of these symptoms can also occur due to anxiety and do not necessarily indicate permanent dysfunction.
The good part is that this is ‘treatable’, but it requires a structured and gradual approach rather than self-management.
I would strongly recommend a detailed psychiatric evaluation so we can understand your symptoms properly and plan treatment accordingly — including whether medication, therapy, or both would help you best.
You can consult me, and we can work through this step by step in a safe and systematic way.
Answered2026-03-17 15:05:21
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