Although I would like to try and think that psychologically I have handled this journey with Crohn's for the past 10 years pretty well. I recently have had some unusual stress in my life. Two weeks ago after my Humira injections, I began getting severe heart palpatations. I have spent most of the week at mulitiple doctor appointments and having tests run to make sure that I didn't have some sort of reaction or any other underlying problems with my heart. The results of my echo/stress test came back great today! Yippie! However, they now think that I am having some sort of anxiety/panic issues. I received a long lecture today from my physican (who I respect) pointing out that I have done a really good job at managing a full-time job and battling my disease that has never been in remission. He thinks along with additional issues, that I am breaking down and suggested counseling.
I met with a therapist today who uses Hypnosis and bio-feedback therapy. Has anyone tried this approach before? I am a little skeptical. Thank you!