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Posted 2/1/2012 2:36 AM (GMT 0)
I was DX with GAD Panic disorder and PTSD back in 2006 and Ptsd in 2011. I have been to the ER 4 times with panic attacks and my main symptom is heart palpitations and fear of dying. I have had EKGs, chest x-rays and blood test all came back normal but I cant get myself to believe that they are correct and nothing is wrong with me. As I write this i am shaking and my heart is racing. Im scared of basically everything and when I go to the dr my BP is up but at home its normal. IDK I just think im going crazy. Im constantly asking my husband if i am ok its like i need that reassurance or something. I just started going back to therapy two weeks ago and do meditations everyday. TIA for any advice. Jess

Celexa 20mg daily and Klonopin 1mg PRN

Posted 2/1/2012 4:32 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Jess:)

Great job on getting back into therapy! I really believe that this is going to help you tremendously! CBT in particular is helpful in dealing with health anxiety.

I know what you are going through, and it is really hard. I still sometimes fight the negative and scary thoughts that try to prevail regarding health. It has become a much easier thing since I went through two courses of CBT however!

Keep up the meditation too...that is great, and if you need more ideas, check in our Resource Guide if you haven't already:)

You are doing great work, and are on your way to recovery. Keep posting and let us know how the progress is coming. We are here to support and cheer you on!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 2/1/2012 9:05 PM (GMT 0)
Cat,


Thank you so very much and yes I will continue to update c:

Jess
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