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To think something awful is about to happen

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Garysmum · 05/12/2021 21:37

For about a week now I have had an impending sense of doom. Sounds silly doesn't it? But it's a really deep feeling, something in the pit of the stomach that has been intensifying.
I have had these strange feelings before and had that sense when someone was about to die. (And I've read many a post on here when people have mentioned this too.) It works the other way for me too, I have been seriously ill twice and had the sense I was going to be fine against the odds.
This time, something tells me its something tragic to do with me or one of the DC (less likely the ex). It's been intensifying all week. There have been lots of strange signs. I know I must sound off my rocker but these things have been out of place and I haven't been looking for them, hoping for the opposite in fact.
I am so frightened and I have never been before when I have had one of these senses. It's making me feel very unwell. And no I haven't changed any medication recently.
I neither want to see anything happen to the DC or ex, nor do I want to die a long drawn out death from covid (I am CV) or anything else. It's making me think about ending my life. Rationally that's ridiculous.
AIBU or YANBU you have these strong senses too.

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Laufeythejust · 05/12/2021 21:42

I would see your GP- a sense of impending doom can be a symptom of something being not quite right. I would definitely get checked out.

Notwithittoday · 05/12/2021 21:42

I wouldn’t say I have strong senses that come out of nowhere as you seem to be describing but I have suffered with a feeling of doom and anxiety for a long time. Hyped up considerably since motherhood and more so after each time. I dread nighttime when the feelings become overwhelming. I don’t know what to say to you other than you are not on your own

flimflammingo · 05/12/2021 21:44

Sense of impending doom can be a medical symptom so can you consult your GP? I knew someone with this and it was something to do with her blood pressure, I think

Alltheblue · 05/12/2021 21:44

I've had this but been completely wrong.

violetskiss · 05/12/2021 21:45

I’d call your GP first thing tomorrow - “sense of impending doom” is a major red flag for certain things. If you feel any worse or have any physical symptoms call 111

WeatherwaxLives · 05/12/2021 21:45

Are you sure the feeling of doom is making you feel ill, and not the other way around?

A feeling of impending doom is a symptom of sepsis - please get checked out.

Tempusfudgeit · 05/12/2021 21:46

A sense of impending doom can be a symptom of cardiac trouble.

WOTW · 05/12/2021 21:46

Your feelings do not determine the future. I would also suggest seeing your GP. It sounds like anxiety.

HoldingTheDoor · 05/12/2021 21:46

Please see your G.P. It can be related to a number of medical conditions including epilepsy. My Mother developed epilepsy out of the blue and she had very similar feelings, even before she had seizures.(It's now controlled by medication)

MrsSkylerWhite · 05/12/2021 21:46

You need to see your doctor - impending doom is a symptom of some serious conditions.

HoldingTheDoor · 05/12/2021 21:46

Conditions not condolences ffs.

New1name · 05/12/2021 21:47

For me impending sense of doom, thoughts of potential illness or people dying is related to my mood and depression, I’m getting good at spotting it now.
Maybe worth speaking to Gp

HoldingTheDoor · 05/12/2021 21:47

See your GP ASAP. They can help you.

FabriqueBelgique · 05/12/2021 21:48

I’m having moments of feeling like this, yes. I’m used to mental health issues, so I’m using my usual “tools” - Sertraline, meditation, gratitude, journaling, singing my heart out to good songs, going for walks, talking it out, having a good cry then getting on with something productive..

I’m doing self-care almost in a fuck-you way. Your life is precious and your family need you to to be a warrior!

ShirleyPhallus · 05/12/2021 21:48

Agree, speak to your GP

MoiraNotRuby · 05/12/2021 21:49

Definitely talk to GP. Can I ask a few obvious things, are you eating regularly, are you sleeping enough/not too much, also do you have a carbon monoxide detector? You do sound off balance and I think your body is trying to tell you something, but it won't necessarily be something major iyswim.

Deep breaths and take it steady, I don't think you are off your rocker as you put it.

ShinyMe · 05/12/2021 21:49

Could you be perimenopausal op? I've read that it can be one of the common side effects, I certainly experienced that quite a bit.

Grumpyoldblonde · 05/12/2021 21:50

Yes as others have said this can be a sign of illness so do get checked out. It could of course be a sign you're not in a great place mentally- depressed, anxious, over tired especially considering your last line. That's very concerning. Please seek some help, talk it over with someone.

DingleyDel · 05/12/2021 21:52

I had this a few weeks before the pandemic properly hit but it felt very personal. I was convinced something was going to happen to one of my loved ones and my life was going to change irrevocably. It was a very odd sensation. Nothing bad did actually happen (apart from a global pandemic of course ). I didn’t know it was a sign of something medically wrong potentially. I think hormones have a lot to answer for.

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Garysmum · 05/12/2021 21:52

Blood pressure low. Heart fine - had a random check up for the pill change last week. Not sepsis - had that before - and that was one of those times I knew I would be fine.
Think I will call the GP tomorrow.

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PicsInRed · 05/12/2021 21:52

For about a week now I have had an impending sense of doom. Sounds silly doesn't it? But it's a really deep feeling, something in the pit of the stomach that has been intensifying.

Sense of impending doom is associated with heart attacks, as are stomach symptoms in women. Please see your doctor as soon as possible.

NichyNoo · 05/12/2021 21:56

To offer another perspective, I’ve had exactly the same feeling recently (40 year old woman). Our boiler broke over the weekend, I think our gas fire is leaking and worried about my 8 year olds birthday party being cancelled to all this new covid worry. I’m not negating the suggestions that it could be medical but I just imagine calling the GP and asking for an appointment due to an impending sense of doom. I kind of think the receptionist would just laugh at me.

MyMoneyIsAllSpent · 05/12/2021 22:03

I arrived back home to visit family and once everyone was in bed, I sat and cried for hours. I could not think, at the time, of any reason, but I felt incredibly sad. Seriously sobbing. Woke up next day to hear of Princess Diana's death. I believe we have instincts for a good reason. Instincts play a vital role in our survival. I'm not saying anything bad will happen but I do believe we should listen to our instincts. I do hope everything will be okay for you and yours.

ShirleyPhallus · 05/12/2021 22:05

@MyMoneyIsAllSpent

I arrived back home to visit family and once everyone was in bed, I sat and cried for hours. I could not think, at the time, of any reason, but I felt incredibly sad. Seriously sobbing. Woke up next day to hear of Princess Diana's death. I believe we have instincts for a good reason. Instincts play a vital role in our survival. I'm not saying anything bad will happen but I do believe we should listen to our instincts. I do hope everything will be okay for you and yours.
But that’s entirely coincidental, unless you were a personal friend of hers then why would you be so upset at her passing; and blame your upset on her impending death?
tara66 · 05/12/2021 22:06

Have been feeling this since the new Omicron variant of covid was announced, the rise again in cases and travel restrictions. It just seems to go on and on.
Also weather and news stories do not help.