Why am I so cranky?

[secondmonkey]

I've been feeling really cranky lately. Everything pisses me off. I just totally chewed out my best friend and I feel really bad about it. He deserved it, but some things don't need to be said out loud. I should be happy. My business is doing very well and I'm making more money than I ever have. I love summer and today was a beautiful day and I took my boat out for a ride. I shouldn't be stressed at all. I was on a lot of depression/anxiety medication for a few years but I've been off that stuff for a little over a year now.

Every little thing frustrates me or pisses me off. Traffic, weather, the radio, my neighbor, whatever. I get so frustrated with things that I have to just stop and go lay down for a while. I have high blood pressure and I really need to calm the fuck down. My dad wasn't much older than me when he had a heart attack. (I'm 27) Why do I get mad so easily? I didn't used to be like this. Could this be some kind of medical problem?

 

[Corny]

You are running your own business? How much free time do you have?

 

[Special K]

You mention that you have previously taken medication for depression and anxiety; did you feel any better during that period of time? If so, then perhaps you should resume taking whatever medication you were previously on, because depression and anxiety can certainly cause the feelings you are describing. You may also want to consider having some blood work done, just to rule out any medical conditions that may be contributing to your ‘crankiness’ (e.g. hypothyroidism).

 

[jensu846]

I am getting that way too, I noticed it the other day. I actually said to myself that Ive become that cranky mean guy that everyone talks about. The people at the grocery stores hate when I come thru their lines because I always find something to bitch about. I even filed a formal complaint on girl at a fast food drive thru (which she deserved) but normally I would have just let it go in the past. I know I am talked about when I leave. Road rage is off the charts too. Its like I hate everyone that I don't personally know.

 

[Maklaar13]

Are you getting enough quality sleep? That could be a problem, if you are not getting enough sleep your body and mind could be a risk of anxiety, high blood pressure, heart attacks and overall crankiness. Sleep apnea is a terrible problem for a lot of people and many go untreated because they don't know enough about it.

I was in a similar situation years ago. To make matters worse my partner works in the sleep medicine field and is some kind of sleep medicine guru. I also spent time working for his company as a test patience. You would think I would know better. Because of his expertise and connections I was able to be treated by the best in the field (not necessary for the average patient), and sure enough, I came to terms that a lot of my troubles were caused by sleep apnea.

Since being treated, I no longer have to take any medications for depression, high blood pressure or anxiety. I use a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine while I sleep. And I will never forget the feeling of well being I got from the moment I started this treatment. If you want some more information about it, just let me know. Hope you feel better soon!

 

[secondmonkey]

You are running your own business? How much free time do you have?

Enough. I like what I do so it's hard to say how many hours I work, and how much of it I would just do for fun. I sell outboard motor parts so I'm really busy in the summer, but I'd just be bored if I wasn't...

You mention that you have previously taken medication for depression and anxiety; did you feel any better during that period of time?

I didn't really feel much different on the meds, they didn't help my depression much. Life changed a few years ago and I'm much happier with things. I still feel depressed occasionally for no good reason, but I don't think it's anything I want to medicate.

You may also want to consider having some blood work done, just to rule out any medical conditions that may be contributing to your ‘crankiness’ (e.g. hypothyroidism).

I had some blood tests a little over a month ago but I forget what they tested me for. (I fainted for no good reason) I'll have to go find the results they sent me, but nothing to worry about...

Are you getting enough quality sleep?

No, not really. My doctor suggested a sleep study about 5 years ago when I was really depressed, but they decided I didn't really need that. (I can't remember how they thought they knew?) I have a lot of constant pain in my knees, probably arthritis but I'm having a hell of a time getting a diagnosis, and that keeps me awake. I'm really not sure what I can do about that, my doctor has been no help. "Lose weight"

 

[evanrick]

im always upset too, i know its from sleep apnea. get a sleep study done even if you dont think you need one. weight is a issue but sometimes skinny people are affected.