I am new popping in for some comfort

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I am new popping in for some comfort
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Thu, 10-06-2005 - 11:19pm

I have posted on the board a few times in the last few weeks. I supposedly suffered my first panic attack Aug. 9th etc. been having problems since. Update on me my primary care referred me to a gastroenterologist to rule out any abdominal problems due to the constant burping etc. I saw the dr. yesterday, at first he agreed with my primary care that I do suffer from a panic disorder, we talked about the celexa etc. then he did his exam. during his exam he discovered I have no reflexes in my feet and my other reflexes as he put it are brisk. He thinks my problem is neurological and has put in a recommendation to my primary care that I get an MRI and possible follow up with a neurologist. He did have me go in today for a barium swallow just to see how the muscles are working. Dr. who did the test said everythign looked normal, might have a mild case of acid reflux but he didn't really see that on the films. They will be reviewing them closer and sending a report to the dr.

I go on Sun. for an MRI. Now I don't known what is going on if I still have panic, if this is something more serious or what. I am still suffering from the various symptoms but not as bad, the only one that seems to stick and I hate it is the disconnected feeling, the feeling of going to pass out.

Please if anyone can give me words of comfort. I don't know if this is a new thing, if it's connected to what I have been experiencing or what. I just want to cry I thought I'd feel a whole lot better after seeing the gastro dr. but.. I actually reached a point where I was accepting that I had a panic disorder. The dr. now no longer thinks it's panic especialy where I still have symptoms while on the Xanax.

Karyn

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Thu, 10-06-2005 - 11:38pm
Karyn Even if you don't have panic attacks
you must be having anxiety about what IS wrong!
The out of reality feelings are rough!! I so know
I get them too- I find distracting myself is the only
way to stop it--- I try to ignore this feeling
and push myself to concentrate on something else!!
Playing poker with my son works well hahaha!!
especially if it is for money--- hey whatever works!
Warm bath, relaxing music or dance music and dance
yourself tired!! eat some carbs!! for the serotonin
try relaxation breathing!! I will be praying for you
GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR MRI Feel free to email me if you
want to chat I will join you here--- Judy
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Thu, 10-06-2005 - 11:42pm

((((Karyn)))),


I am sorry for everything you are going through.

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Fri, 10-07-2005 - 12:46am
It's always hard to wait for the news. Like Judy said, you're certain to have anxiety @ this time. You're being checked out thoroughly & that's a positive thing. The disconnected feeling will not hurt you. Try to be optimistic. Good luck, Karyn & keep in touch. Post anytime with questions or concerns. (((hugs))) jan

 

 


 



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Registered: 09-16-2005
Fri, 10-07-2005 - 9:55am

Karyn......you're doing the right thing and so are your doctors it's best to make sure your diagnosis is correct. Of course you're stressed out about all this, but hang in there and things will get better. Best of luck to you and you'll be included in my thoughts and prayers.

Keitha

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Registered: 06-02-2003
Fri, 10-07-2005 - 11:48am
Welcome. Sounds like right now you are having

 

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Mon, 10-10-2005 - 9:05am

Debbie I am surprised you've been on Xanax for so long. My dr. wanted to wean me off it after the 2 wk period b/c it's addicting. I was also told it takes about a half an hour to kick in. I am only taking .25 sometimes a half of the .25, but I do have .50 here also if I need it. I find that it does take a good half an hour for it to start working and usually only lasts about 4 hrs.

I wanted to let everyone know that my MRI was cancelled for yesterday, the place called, apparnently they spoke to my dr again and he now wants the MRI done with contrast which they don't do on the weekends. My appointment is now Fri. 14th unless there is a cancellation.

I am trying to keep my chin up. I can definitely agree that i am feeling some anxiety especially not knowing why this keeps happening. Yestesrday was a horrible day I woke feeling terrible, I knew right away b/c when I rolled over my heart started to beat harder, not necessarily faster just harder, sure enough I had burping, diarrhea, light headedness all day long. I just want to cry. The heart beating harder has been a pretty good indicator how my day is going to be. No one seems to be able to give me any answers. Seems the more I go to the dr. the more questions and things they find.

I will definitely keep you guys posted. I at least know I am not alone in my symptoms we just don't know why it's happening.

Karyn

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Mon, 10-10-2005 - 2:03pm
Hi Karyn. I just popped in here and saw your response. Thank you for your concern. Yes I know that xanax is addicting, honestly I do not care. I was so sick that I would have done just about anything. I hyperventilated constantly, just about all my waking hours and if and when I could go to sleep was the only escape for me. I was totally agoraphobic, no talking on the phone, no company, no TV etc. It was aweful. 2 weeks after I started seeing my phsychiatrist he made me get a job. He said I had to much time on my hands and way to much time to think ( obssesive thinking ). That was April of 1985 and up until about 4 yrs ago I worked all those years. Now I have been working on starting up my own company. I am a corporation and all but still need to get my clients built up. Our Judy has been one of my clients. LOL That will come with some time. I have had a quality life for the most part over this road we travel with a/p disorder. I have only crashed and burned one time in all these yrs and that was 8 yrs ago. If I am possibly shortening my life by taking my xanax at least for me I am able to live. As everything, this has to be an individual decision and with medical help. I wish you well on getting better and glad that you found the board. There are many caring people here. Hang in there. Debbie