Having stroke-like symptoms: Addicted to sports betting

Posted by christian2940 @christian2940, Mar 22 7:45pm

I am 21yrs old, I started sports betting 3yrs ago; and now I think I'm addicted to it, cause I stake high to get high winnings.
I feel my heart beating so hard whenever I lose, and now I have a pounding headache, severe chest pain and my whole body is always very weak.
At this point I can't help myself, and I'm afraid that this might be stroke, I need help please...

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gloaming | @gloaming | Mar 23 2:36am

If I had to place money on the table, my bet would be tachyarrhythmia, possibly atrial fibrillation...but you should go to an ER and get a proper assessment. This could be very serious. Please do it now.

dle25 | @dle25 | Mar 23 9:59am

My son is addicted, bad, and those are major results. I can only advise to stop gambling before you get worse. ❤️🥰🙏🏻

cheri53 | @cheri53 | Mar 23 4:13pm

In reply to @dle25 "My son is addicted, bad, and those are major results. I can only advise to stop..." + (show)

More than likely a panic attack at your age, but as someone else noted, I am not a doctor ! Definitely get into the doctor to get checked out and have him refer you to GA- gamblers anonymous !

Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Mar 24 2:45pm

Hi, @christian2940. I am reading about your heart beating hard whenever you lose sports bets, plus a pounding headache, severe chest pain and a weak whole body. I am concerned for you and your health.

Did you end up going to the emergency room? How are you feeling today?

JulesE | @julese | Apr 4 10:42am

@christian2940 it sounds like you’re experiencing anxiety surrounding your betting. You should see a psychiatric or psychological professional who specializes in your type anxiety. If you google the ‘Psychological aspect of sport betting’ you’ll find more answers and help in finding a therapist.

nic17 | @nic17 | Apr 4 11:55am

It's an awful addictive gambling, could you try to find some gambling anonymous groups, they would be great and really helpful.
I would go and see you're doctor, he might perscribe you something for the overwhelming feeling anxiety, I wish you the best, you are so young please don't ruin you're life on gambling, Good Luck x

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