Anxiety/Panic Attacks Coming Back

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Registered: 03-19-2004
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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Registered: 07-28-2004
Tue, 01-30-2007 - 9:53am

Hi Tina,

I really admire your steps to keep going with the stores and movie despite the panic attacks. That is the most important thing is not to let this beat you. I have generalized anxiety disorder and get the tired, but wired, muscle tension, ache & pains, sometimes I have breathing issues, but not sure if this is allergies or anxiety/panic for me.

I take benadryl sometimes too, so it was interesting to read what Jan wrote about it. I have gotten great advice and support on the board...a great group of ladies (and a few guys ;) ). Glad to see you here.

Smiles,
Dee

PS A long hot shower works wonders for me my muscle tension and helps clear me up, feel like I can breathe easier too.

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Registered: 08-16-2005
Tue, 01-30-2007 - 10:35am
thanks jan. yes i think benadryl can have that affect on some people but it tends to make me drowsy and more relaxed i feel like. i used to have mild high blood pressure too until i had my baby 10 months ago and it went down and i hven't taken my beta blocker since he was about 3 months old. my doctor seems to think pms can cause anxiety so i'm trying some progesterone cream that i hope helps. my darn neck is so tense and painful - i hate it. even when i was taking my beta blocker i would still have the episodes of fast heartrate when i was pregnant so that didn't seem to help that much. makes me think it was definately anxiety. who knows - i do know thinking about it too much and trying to solve it makes it worse for me. i need to keep my mind busy with other things. it's hard though.
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Registered: 12-06-2006
Tue, 01-30-2007 - 5:47pm
Hi All,
I am new to this particular board, but I thought I would jump in on this one. I have had anxiety/panic attacks since about my late 20's (I am now early 40's). I have it completely under control at this point and I can do whatever I need to do without any onset of the anxiety and panic attacks. My doc originally had me on Lorazepam at night, which helped, although it is one that you will become dependent on (withdrawls without it). After a couple of years of just the Lorazepam treatment, the attacks started to come back, sigh..so off to doc I went. He then tried Paxil as I was told that anxiety is a mild form of depression or at least it is treated as such and it seems to help. Paxil and I don't play well together, so doc then switched me to Celexa. I am cured...:) Haven't had a problem since (except when doc suggested I up the Celexa dose..that will set me off). Anyway, starting to take a new med like an antidepressant will initially make the symptoms worse. You have to keep takeing the meds for 2-3 weeks for them to really take hold and start to work for you. That 2-3 weeks can seem like an eternity if your attacks are severe enough or just the med can increase the attacks initially until you adjust. But once your body adjusts, it is smooth sailing from then on out. NO ATTACKS AT ALL! WOOHOO!!!
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Registered: 03-11-2004
Tue, 01-30-2007 - 9:34pm
Hi! Nice to see you posting. It's great that you have a handle on anxiety/panic. Any tips you can share? We appreciate you replying to posts & adding your insights. Don't be a stranger. We need lots of inspirational stories like your's. Good luck & GBU! (((hugs))) jan

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Registered: 12-06-2006
Tue, 01-30-2007 - 10:12pm

Hi Jan,
I am not sure how inspirational I might be, however, I know the suffering that goes along with it all. I wish I knew WHY I have them, I am just so thrilled to be able to keep mine under control with the meds. I can so relate to each poster here.

CMC

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Tue, 01-30-2007 - 10:31pm
Newbies post on a daily basis, CMC with great fear that they will never get well. That the anxiety will never end. That life will never be the same. You are proof positive that they can learn to cope with anxiety. IMHO, that is inspirational:) THX. (((hugs))) jan

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Registered: 12-06-2006
Tue, 01-30-2007 - 10:41pm

If I can help anyone else who suffers with these kinds of things just knowing that it is very treatable and can be controlled so you can lead the "normal" life you had before the onset, I am happy to help. :)

Having read several of the stories from others on this board, I am right there with you. It does not have to control you, you can control it. :)

CMC

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Wed, 01-31-2007 - 6:55pm

I'm happy to hear that you are finding ways to cope & move forward.

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Wed, 01-31-2007 - 6:58pm

That is very interesting, I've never heard that before.

Sheri Ann

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