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Posted 2/6/2011 4:46 AM (GMT 0)
Hi I was wondering if anyone could give me advice. I suffer from anxiety from time to time. I have attacks come on and I begin to feel feverish and sweaty. Then I seem to have circular thoughts. These thoughts scare me of course. I know I won't do these things and have no desire to do them. I also suffer from sleep apnea and my sleep specialist/psychiatrist has told me that anxiety and these thoughts are a result of the apnea. I have been on medication before. My thoughts are scary and I guess I just need reassurance. Any advice would be helpful.

Thanks



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*post edited due to violent content/ SC



No discussion of any threats of violence ( or threatened or intended physical harm). Comments that are potentially injurious to others are also not permitted.



Thank you for your understanding.
Posted 2/6/2011 5:00 AM (GMT 0)
Hi G.g. Sorry I had to edit your post. (in an effort to not cause others to stumble, we need to keep this sort of content vague)

I am sorry that you are dealing with these frightening and unpleasant thoughts. I am glad that you brought this up to your psychiatrist. Did he/she have a course of treatment for you regarding this? Are you working on your sleep disorder? I have not personally heard of apnea causing this, but I am not an expert.

I would push hard for a solution to these problems. Sometimes you really have to act as your own advocate regarding your treatment/recovery! If you feel like your current dr. is not taking this seriously enough, or helping you, find another!

As far as thoughts of violence goes, this brings to mind OCD to me. Do you have tendencies toward this? Maybe this might be something you want to ask about or research.

I hope that you get the answers that you need soon. Another member with more experience regarding this may also be on to help you as well.

Good luck,
Scaredy Cat
Posted 2/6/2011 5:22 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks I'm sorry I didn't mean to be too descriptive. My doctor has pescriped me xanax and other anti-anxiety pills. I need to clarify my docotor never said these thoughts were caused by the apnea itself. He said that my condition could raise anxiety levels. Also he warned me not to consume a lot of alcohol or none at all at best. I find that sometimes after a heavy night that my recovery process can be filled with some anxiety and irratability. I don't have any OCD traits that I'm aware of. These thoughts seem to well up and then stop. Then they can come back later if I think about them. My docotor is good I feel he has been helping me. This anxiety seems to come in bouts and then leave. Thank you for your advice though.
Posted 2/6/2011 5:25 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry I also forgot. I am also using a CPAP machine to treat the apnea. I have been using it correctly and it has helped my condition my doctor said. I have also noticed a difference too in my sleep patterns.
Posted 2/6/2011 10:07 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Welcome to the forum. Sounds like you are having a tough time at the moment, Sleep problems can raise anxiety levels so getting those issues sorted the best you can would be the first move. I agree with S.C that you need to find the cause of the problems as then you can make a plan to sort them out and make your life easier.


I have to agree with your psychiatrist about the alcohol and this should be avoided if you can as it will only make your problems worse. I used to have a major alcohol problem were I was self medicating as I saw it as a way of coping with the crippling anxiety but it caused me all sorts of problems.

I hope things get better for you soon and do keep posting and that way we can support you and give advise were we can take care of yourself.

Hibee
Posted 2/6/2011 6:45 PM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome,

I was going to ask about the CPAP machine.  I am glad to read that your using it and  are getting a good nights rest. So many people do not like the mask and stop using their machine.


Anxiety can be described as feelings of apprehension, nervousness, fear, and can sometimes bring on a panic attack.  Alcohol induced anxiety caused by excessive drinking of alcohol has the same features and depression is also a part of this picture.

Alcohol affects our mood because it depletes serotonin in the brain.  Serotonin, a feel good brain chemical, can cause anxiety and depression when in short supply.

I am glad you have a Dr. you can talk with and do be honest and up front re your feelings.  We are here to support you so stick with us.

Gentle Hugs,

Kitt

 

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