I finally went to see my doctor

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Registered: 05-08-2003
I finally went to see my doctor
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Thu, 07-13-2006 - 3:27pm

I didn't have the courage to see the doctor in past couple months about suspicion of panic attack. I had been so embarassed to talk about it. Until recently, I have notice that really interferes my daily routine. I have noticed the increased of heart rate, pressure of my chest, sweating, dizziness, nausea, lossing control and difficulties in sleep. I don't have heart attack or high blood pressure. I mentioned to him that I called the distress centre last night. He asked me did I call the 911 for help. I didn't call 911 because I don't believe I am in life theatening situation. The attack lasted about 30 minutes.

He spent about 30 minutes with me to discuss about any major issue lately. I didn't know why he requested the pregnancy test. Well, I have never been pregnant at all and never worry about it because I have IUD inserted properly. He told me that the nausea might associate with pregnancy. I was glad that I am not pregnant. I don't get it either of why he would ask me if I called 911. He prescribed the SSRI anti-depressant, Zoloft 50mg for 2 weeks and see if I can bear with the side effects or not. He might even increase the doseage that what he said to me. I mentioned to him that I had a history of depression. It took me 5 years to be treated properly. I am off from Paxil for 3 years and didn't have anything happen until recently. Well, I had been on Zoloft in the past and I will know how the side effect will be like. He told me that is supposed to be able to take care of the depression too. He told me to contact the mental health support group which is near by where I live.

I believe the trigger was little children from 2-10 years old. I didn't contact them directly but we are in the same house.

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Registered: 07-03-2006
Thu, 07-13-2006 - 5:57pm

Hi Caper!

I'm so happy for you that you found the courage to talk to your doctor today. I know that takes a lot of guts, and just thinking about asking for help is a test of nerves... I also think that it's really brave (and smart) to call the crisis line -- I've never been able to bring myself to make that call, even during the few times in my life I probably should have for sure!

I hope you won't find the side effects of the Zoloft too bad. You said you've taken it before so that helps I think, to know what to expect in a way. It took me about 10 days to adjust, but I'm feeling a lot better now.

I hope you are feeling a lot better, very soon. (o:

Hugs,
~*~ Tangeloper ~*~

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 07-13-2006 - 6:53pm

Your doctor sounds very nice & very thorough in his questioning.

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Fri, 07-14-2006 - 12:21pm
I am so happy that you sought help. My take on why the dr. asked about calling 911, is to determine how severe your attack was. Alot of us on the board have called 911 when we panicked for an ambulance. You are doing just fine & have a good treatment plan in place. Concentrate on being well & soon you will be! Good luck! (((hugs))) jan