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Posted 5/22/2012 7:56 AM (GMT 0)
Hi guys,
I'm new to this but I just wanted to talk. I think I'm not suffering from depression but a bad case of panic attacks...I had my first attack 3 years ago (full blown one, with hyper ventilation that paralysed me for 10') and was on Cipralex 10mg since about 8months ago. I felt good with myself and thought I had my life in control till about 5 days ago. they came back and I fell like crap again!!
I'm currently taking Xanax 0.25mg till Cipralex starts to kick in. But the side effects are killing me. I constantly feel sick and down and just want to hide from everyone and everything. Ppl around me tell that I have to help myself but I can't do it....I feel that I'm drowning!!
Yesterday was a bit better but today I feel that I'm sinking again!!!!! sad
Posted 5/22/2012 8:49 AM (GMT 0)
Kitty, can you pinpoint anything in your life that is causing the panic attacks?

If not, you should have some bloodwork done, in my view. Often (according to the things I've been reading lately)there are biochemical things going on that are a major cause of panic attacks.

It's Genetic
Posted 5/22/2012 10:00 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the reply It's Genetic, funny to say this but I had a full blood test done just a few days before my second attack and all is ok. But to answer your comment on pinpointing yes I can...
I have a rather hectic life (like most ppl) kids, job etc and just recently my parents told me that they are having problems and that are even talking abt divorce...however old u r, a thing like this just crushes you and maybe that was the cherry on the top this time round....I just want to talk and share my worries and fears....
U know when an attack happens to me my biggest worry is my kids. I don't want them to see me crushing down. I'm supposed to be the rock....the mum that can do everything....I have a loving husband but this "thing" is beyond me. It scares me. Ppl say face it, pull ur self together and attack it but it's hard......
Posted 5/22/2012 1:41 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Kitty and welcome.

I am sorry to hear that you are suffering with the panic lately...it is miserable and frightening, I know.

When you went in to consult with your doctor (for the meds) did he/she mention therapy? You may be able to get a referral from your regular doctor to a therapist who could help you. Panic disorder is very treatable...I used to suffer daily attacks that were really affecting my quality of life. Through a type of therapy called CBT, I am now managing my anxiety well, and no longer having attacks.

In the meantime, we have a Resource Guide here (main page, 2nd post) that has some great self-help ideas and links to sites that teach breathing and relaxation exercises. These are highy effective if learned and practiced daily!  Give them a try.

I hope that the s/e's of your medication will start to lessen and that things will start to level out for you. It is difficult when you want to feel better right away...but it often takes time for your body to get use to a med change...hang in there.

Keep posting with us too. It is really theraputic to talk with others who understand what you are going through! We are here to listen and support.:)

Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat
Posted 5/22/2012 2:41 PM (GMT 0)
The difficult part at the moment is getting out of bed and dealing with the day ahead...I don't want ppl to feel sorry for me because there are worst things that can happen. I just need affirmation that I'm not alone and that eventually this "thing" will go away!! mad
I'm quite an independent person and having something like this paralyse me and my kids asking " Mummy will you be ok" just upsets me and makes me angry!!!
I think this forum will help me...the fact that I can talk abt it and know that ppl get what I say means a lot.... Thanks :-)
Posted 5/22/2012 5:16 PM (GMT 0)
Yes we do understand...and it can and will get better if you actively seek treatment...and being here will help as well.

Keep posting with us. We will be here with you along your journey to wellness:)

S.C.
Posted 5/22/2012 7:11 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome to the A & P Forum.   I was dx 30 years ago and I am still a work in progress.   Trust that you will get better and let's see if I can help you out a bit today ? Know your personal limits. One of the chief causes of anxiety is when a person takes on more than he can handle. Know your limits as to what you can do and how much you can do. It will go a long way in reducing anxiety in life. Reducing anxiety is not hard to do once a person knows how to it. The one principle to keep in mind is if you have any doubts about reducing anxiety on your own, seek professional help. Sometimes we get stressed out when everything happens all at once. When this happens,  take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get your  mind off of the problem. Perhaps you  could get some fresh air, listen to some music, or do an activity that will give you  a fresh perspective on things. One of the best remedies for anxiety is to talk about it. Here's where good friends and family can come in. The old adage, "A problem shared is a problem halved", is one I find to be true so coming here and talking with us and knowing we understand where you are coming from and what your going through is always an option for you.  I hope you keep on talking with us and posting your feelings so we can continue to support you. Kindly, Kitt
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