Algophobia

[Lizziefin]

Hi there. I've just across this forum so hopefully someone can help me. I think I'm suffering with algophobia (the fear of impending pain) I have suffered with chronic pain especially nerve pain for sometime. Because nerve pain comes on without warning, then I'm constantly fearing I'm about to have an episode of pain. I try to cope with breathing exercises but I keep have mini panic attacks. Is there anyone else who is going through similar symptoms. Thanks for reading

 

[Fightingback]

Hi, welcome.

Sorry you’re going through this - it sounds really tough. Nerve pain hitting out of nowhere is scary, and it makes total sense you’d start fearing the next flare before it even happens.

My wife had similar “waiting for the pain” panic, and I know it can really mess with her head.

You’re not alone with the mini panic attacks either. Your body’s just stuck in alert mode from dealing with this for so long, so please don’t blame yourself.

Glad you reached out. There are people here who get what you’re going through.

Happy to talk more if you ever need.