Anxiety/Panic Attacks Coming Back
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| Mon, 01-29-2007 - 2:37am |
Hello,
I have posted a few weeks ago but cant seem to find the thread on it so Im writing with a new posting.
I used to be okay with doing certain things in my life, its seeming to be harder with on sets of anxiety/panic attacks. It may be changes in my life but I guess good changes can cause anxiety as well. I seem to have a relapse. Things I used to be able to do, cant do right now like go in huge stores, go out to certain places, like Fry's is a huge store, I walked a little ways inside and had to turn around and walk out cause felt like I couldnt breathe and starting to panic. I went to take my kids to the movies and got panicky in the movie theatre, had my bf watch them while I went outside of the movie theatre and cried and wrote little affirmations on a piece of paper. Then I was able to go back inside the movies after about 20-25min. Last night went out with my bf, tried to enjoy a meal out, the lights were dimmed, got panicky, got hot, heart was pounding fast, so I had to step outside for a little while came back then had to leave once again for a little awhile. Then came back and was able to sit for my dinner. With all these incidents, I panic and take my klonopin which I take as needed. And Zoloft daily.
Its frustrating and wish things would get better, its really uncomfortable and hard to live life like this. Im going to see if I can get in therapy, maybe that will help. Not sure what to do.
Thanks for taking your time to read this, it really helps that their is a community for this subject,
Tina

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Hi! If you posted before, I can't find it using the advanced search. I think it's not working properly. Anyhoo, posts move quickly here & if you were missed, I am so sorry):
I know what you feel like, Tina. WalMart throws me for a loop. I make myself get in & get out to make my purchases, using my beally breathing & positive affirmations. In the past movie theaters were a trigger, but now as long as I sit on an aisle & check out the exits *just in case* I do ok. I would like to know what this *just in case* means. LOL I have been waiting for that to happen for years now!
TBH, it doesn't sound like your meds are helping all that much. I know many folks feel we push meds too much here, but for now, that is the best the health care field has come up with. Noone has to take them forever. Just long enough to control the fear & bring it to a manageable level, so we can get a grip on coping better. Also, therapy or a support group may be an option. Have you considered that? It's really hard when our lives become isolated & our fear of the anxiety/panic begins to limit us more & more. But... you CAN get better. You CAN regain your balance. It takes a bit of work & motivation. We'll be happy to lend you support in your recovery effort.
Take a few minutes & read through our *coping tips & tricks* folder below. Join in chats. Watch for the post tomorrow. We care about you! Good luck & GBU! (((hugs))) jan
Hi! I haven't seen you post for awhile. Glad you're back! I am sorry to hear that you aren't doing so good):
Last night I was having the racing heart, trouble getting my breath, weakness, shakiness, you name it! Like you, I am under alot of stress. It is the PITS! Also, like you, I was firmly convinced that I was medically ill. That I was going to *fade out.* THE END;) It is so scary. I have had spells that lasted for weeks & you CANNOT get over it. This is a flaw in your chemistry.
If you have concerns about the progesterone, call the dr. It helps to seek reassurance. As for meds, there are some that you can take while pregnant or nursing. If it takes a new dr. then so be it! YOU need to put yourself first. That baby needs a mom that is feeling calm & comfortable. It makes no sense to suffer.
We care about you. You can get this under control. It may not be immediately, but we understand you & will give you support until it happens. Good luck & GBU! (((hugs))) jan
PS Have you considered therapy? Have you learned to belly breathe or any relaxation exercises? Check out the *coping tips & tricks* folder below:)
Little baby steps!
For some meds and/or cognitive behaviour work.
My son goes through this and it takes a "toll" on your whole family.
Encouragement, and support are what is needed.
If you don't think something is working or working well for you talk to your doctor, and if you have to change doctors especially if you don't feel they are "really" listening to you.
It will someday hopefully get better, but in the mean-time coping techniques like breathing exercises, and sometimes you have to remove yourself from the situation if you are having a full-blown anxiety/panic attack.
While it may not seem real to someone not having first-hand knowledge of it (having this) it it very real and sometimes feels like/mimics a heart attack etc.
I know how hard this is and it takes time and a lot of courage and hopefully the right course of action for "YOU".
Some days will and can be better than others.
Maintaining hope isn't always easy but I find coming here helps.
For me avoiding is not the answer but I know sometimes to cut myself some slack.
I try to give myself permission to not do something if I am feeling really uncomfortable about it.
I work in a very stress-ful job and deal with a lot of ppl and sometimes it can be so overwhelming I need to take a deep breath, relax and I know it is temporary it will pass.
I am really proud of myself because I have come a long way.
Not taking any meds right now because I am also dealing with other health issues.
Hugs to everyone here because we are all reaching out not only to help ourselves but others!
Thanks for getting back to me, I know there is many people out there going through this but its a big help to get reassured that your not alone. Just wish I could get over this before it gets any worse. Im trying to think of what has changed thats making me feel so anxious and panicky. I know my job has been stressing me out lately. Not getting enough exercise like I used to may contribute. Live in a new area. Go to a different dr and clinic.
I will definately keep posting here and will get into a chat room,
Thank you and everyone,
Tina
Yepper! I have had the rapid heartbeat. All day. Everyday. It was picked up an an EKG. It isn't dangerous for me. However, I rarely have that any more, except for yesterday. I take a beta blocker for an irregular heartbeat (which isn't part of my anxiety) &
I am not sure when you posted your msg. and you may be fine by now. I thought to share with you an experience that I had with a medication recently. I have had panic attacks for a long time, and it only hits me when I am driving. The condition has disabled me from driving for a long time. I recently started to take a medication for another reason, called (acyclovir 200mg). To make the story short my panic attacks are gone since I have taken this medication. This is a very cheap prescription drug.
This drug is given to patient with herpes (cold sores), the type 1 herpes is common and about 80 percent of people carry them. I encourage you to search for herpes and its affect to nervous system. There are also studies done that link it to AD disease as well as a lot more neurological problems (a very vicious virus). It seems like this virus stays in remission until your body gets weak (for any reason, i.e. stress, lack of sleep and etc.) the virus seems start to flareup. Anyway read about it on internet,
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