Sudden eye problems. So scared

Hello. So I've been to the doctors for various things during the past 8 months. I have been diagnosed with postpartum anxiety and it has been since having my 2nd baby. Recently however I am concerned as about a month ago I noticed my left eye twitching. The twitch is still there, but now getting more issues such as dancing eyes when I wake up in a morning. They'll move back and fourth for a couple of seconds. Blurred vision at times but not sure if it's due to floaters that I have, eye pain in the right eye and had some dizziness the other day. I googled (I know I shouldn't) and it says I need an urgent neurology referral. I have 2 small children and I am going out of my mind. Has anyone else had these problems and they've turned out to be ok? I'm ringing my GP tomorrow about it. I am just so fed up of worrying about something different. My partner has given up on trying to convince me otherwise but I'm not making these symptoms up.

 

Thanks for reading my message

Katie x

  • Hello kmac5

    I'm sorry to hear that you're continuing to struggle with some health concerns. I hope that you were able to speak with your GP this morning and that they could offer you some reassurance. 

    There could be many reasons for the problems you've described with your vision including stress and anxiety. Please stop searching Google for information. You won't find answers but what will happen is that you'll end up feeling even more concerned and worried.

    Do talk to your GP about how you're struggling. Hopefully, they will be able to offer further support but in the meantime, there's some information on the NHS website about health anxiety along with some tips and advice for coping. 

    I do hope that things settle and improve for you soon. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator