My physical problems did not result from SA; however, my physical problems have exasperated my SA.
I've had SA for as long as I can remeber; however, about 3 years ago I developed a painful, debilitating muscular disorder (severe myofascial pain). I believe the etiology of this condition is not related to SA.
Nonetheless, my muscular disorder has cause my social anxiety to go from moderate to severe. I use to be in extremely good shape and I use exercise daily as an outlet for my depression. Because of my muscular disorder, I can no longer do the physical activities I love to do. Additionally, I've had to reduce my work and school hours.
Being out of shape and unable to do the things I need and like to do has lowered my self-esteem, self-confidence, self-concept, and mood. Obviously, these psychological problems cause by physiological pain have signigicantly increased my social anxiety and depression. If my muscular disorder does not to improve within the next year, I will probably be moving on to another life. The constant physiological pain combined with the psychological anguish are too much for me to bear.
