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panic while riding train
| Wed, 09-20-2006 - 12:07pm |
I will try posting a message in the hope that it at least relieves my aniexty. a few nights ago i woke in the middle of the night, got up from bed, and discovered that i was extremely dizzy, and that my heart was racing; long story short it ended with an ambulance ride and hospital visit. then the morning after as i was to begin courses, i had another while riding the train to university, and still another today. to the point that i have to exit the train and call for a taxi to bring me home. i have no idea where this has come from or how i can stop this. i carry a plastic bag with me now, as well as homeopathic calming pills. has anyone had this experience, and perhaps could offer certain advice. i have already consulted a doctor who has helped me to realise that nothing will happen to me, even though at times i am shaking so badly that i cannot take another step. it is fine to know that there are things i can do to stop the attacks once they come, but how can i keep them from coming? i mean these attacks keep me (for the moment) in doing things i enjoy and want to do. my many thanks in advance.

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Welcome, Lola, to our caring community. You are NOT alone. Many of us have developed fears of being trapped in public conveyances. I am not a good flyer, bus rider or train traveller. @ one point, I didn't get behind the wheel of my car for 3 years because of imagined fears. This is very dusturbing to us. Many will say that severe stressors caused problems to develop. For me, I believe the research that says it's a chemical imbalance & can be triggered by emotional issues. Whatever you believe, there is help. There is hope.
Antidepressants & therapy are known to be the most effective. I am glad that your dr. has given you reassurance that you will not be harmed. Noone has ever died from panic. Maybe he could suggest treatment for you. Take a look @ our *coping tips & tricks* folder below. I use the belly breathing, positive affirmations during an attack. I practice meditation daily to reduce stress & anxiety. In the past, I used meds & did see a cognitive behavioral therapist to address my fears & learn new coping techniques. I am confident that you can overcome these fears like so many on our board.
My best advice is to keep pushing through the fear. Don't allow it to limit you. Once you give in & begin to stay @ home, it's a long hard road back to normal daily living. We care & want to support you in any way that we can. Post often. Read what other members have written. Join us in chat to hear what our generous members have to share. You CAN do this. Good luck & GBU! (((hugs))) jan
while I am not sure how to help I know from my own experience and those of my son how very real the "fear" is
It sounds like you have wonderful support from your doctor
my son has breathing exercises to help him
and he knows he won't be "forced" to do something
he is validated by others realizing he is afraid something might happen
(though re-assured it won't)
I applaud your courage
one day at a time
better days are ahead
I am sure there are others here who could be of more help suggested what might work
He doesn't always know when he will get them
Large crowds, big places are extremely hard for him
He is not comfortable around strangers
Sometimes knowing what if any triggers you have might help
Taking the train when it is less crowded might help
You have also helped yourself by carrying a plastic bag with you and the homeopathic pills to calm (not too well informed about them)
It might be a good idea to go to the doctor and possibly he could offer you some postive feedback
Take care
Hope your day is going well
Welcome Lola.
Sheri Ann
Lola,
I totally freak out on a public bus... and I currently cannot drive because I have epilepsy with uncontrolled seizures.
Just wanted you to know you are not alone.
hi there lola,
i just wanted so say hi and offer some support.
Stopping caffeine was the first thing my doctor advised me to do.
Sheri Ann
Riding your bike is a good thing!
Sheri Ann
Hello Sheriann
I have just noticed on another post of yours that folks with a mitral valve prolapse experience kind of anxiety symptoms, can you tell me more of this. i learned a few years ago that i have this during a routine check up, it was mentioned sort of like it is no big deal, and this was before i had this little problem of anxiety; if you don't mind could you tell me a little more? thanks in advance, L
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