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Posted 3/10/2013 8:27 PM (GMT 0)
Ok guys I've been reading your posts for weeks to help calm myself down. I've decided to be brave and post. Is this anxiety??? My doc says it is but I keep thinking she is missing something and I'm ill! I wake up each day either on a good day or bad day? I go dizzy for no reason at all then panic I will pass out even though I dont? I go hot and cold? I can feel fine and on top of the world then within an hour feel terrible and depressed and just generally feel unwell? I at the moment get on average 1 day a week that I feel 'normal'. I sometimes don't feel as though I am in the room? I am convinced I am going to have a heart attack even though I have had an ECG and it was fine. This all started a year ago when I went to docs as felt light headed and for first time ever I had sky high bp. 180/115. They put me on perindropril 4mg and it is now 125/89 which they r happy with. I think this has started me worrying and it has now escalated. I don't want to go out and socialise as when I do I start to get dizzy which sets off all other symptoms. I could talk for hours so I will now be quiet but could someone please tell me if this is normal side effects of anxiety????? Thank you for taking the time to read this x
Posted 3/10/2013 8:55 PM (GMT 0)
The answer is maybe, You have not said what your age is or your gender,
married, children, hold a job, ect., there are many wonderful people here
as you already know but we need just a little more info.

Yes your symptoms are somewhat like ours, I don't think you mentioned palpations or any pains in chest, back, head, short windedness, the problem with us telling you that "that’s it" is we are just like you, we support each other in our struggle with Panic/anxiety/depression that have been diagnosed by a qualified medical practitioner, If you have been reading us for a while you already know that we have much the same fears as you, there are forum moderators here that can and will guide you please come back and give just a little more information. Meantime I will Pray for your health and an answer.
Larry ***
Posted 3/10/2013 10:05 PM (GMT 0)
Sorry I am 38 female I have 3 children and happily married. Palpitations I had a lot in the beginning but not so much now. I get chest pains when I think about it and the longer I think about it the worse they get. My dad died of heart attack at 54 so I think that it plays on my mind that I have heart problems when I have had endless blood tests and they did an ECG which was fine. I get what is described on here as 'air hunger' which petrified me so I was relieved to read on here that other people had the same thing. I guess I'm not asking you to diagnose me I guess I'm asking for reassurance that there are people out there feeling the same! Thanks for your reply x
Posted 3/11/2013 3:33 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Ckb and welcome!

I am sorry that you are suffering so with these symptoms at the moment:(

It is a miserable experience, and we know how you feel.

You are very brave for reaching out...and have taken a great first step towards recovery!:)

Did your doctor talk to you about treatment options when you were prescribed the Perindropil?

Therapy and medication are two very effective ways of managing anxiety issues. If you haven't already, I would make an appointment to discuss your options.

Try not to worry about heart issues. The good news is that you are aware of what you need to do in order to maintain cardio health. Your BP med is clearly working...and family history is only on part of the equation...with healthy choices, you will do just fine!

We have some good ideas here in our Resources (main A/P page, 1st post) Have a look and see if anything looks like it could be of help! The breathing and relaxation exercises are really great for lowering stress!

Keep posting here with us as well. We are glad that you have found us, and look forward to getting to know you better!:)

Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat
Posted 3/11/2013 7:45 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you. I don't think I've ever felt this low and scared. My doc did suggest meds but I would like to try and deal with it other ways If possible first. I'd be scared of taking them with side effects etc. she has put me on waiting list for counselling but it is a long waiting list. I think you are right and I need to go back though as when I see her it wasn't affecting me daily as it is now :( its good to speak to people who are feeling the same so thank you. I am overweight so have this week joined a gym and go each night after work hoping this will maybe help. Not sure if I'm clutching at straws!!!! Lol. I guess it can't hurt. Someone I know suffers with panic attacks and she has just an attack then she's ok till her next one. This is why I was worried as I feel ill
Posted 3/11/2013 7:46 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry phone moved on, I feel Ill a lot of the time but reading on here I gather anxiety disorder and panic attacks are different things?. Well once again thanks for listening. Feel really stupid sometimes :(
Posted 3/11/2013 3:03 PM (GMT 0)
You should never feel stupid for suffering anxiety...it knows no I.Q. or socio-economic boundaries...it does not discriminate and no one is immune.

In fact, statistically those of us who suffer tend to be on the more intelligent side!;)

Great job on getting the membership to the gym! Exercise not only lowers stress levels and uses extra adrenaline in the body, but of course is good for you and will help you to feel better about your health in general. I have gotten through many anxious times with some good cardio exercise to help me through. Remember to take it slow...it doesn't take over exerting, just some good sustained walking on the treadmill or a group class for beginners is a good start.;)

Do check out the self-help tips in our Resources since it could b awhile until you get to your therapy sessions. There are great links to videos as well as book recommendations in there. You may find that you can get started on your own with these coping skills. I found self-help really useful in my own anxiety management.

You are a strong, smart individual who is going to get through this! I am so glad that you are allowing us to walk alongside you on your journey.:)

Keep posting, you are among friends here!

S.C.
Posted 3/12/2013 10:32 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you for your kind words sc. it surprises me as when I start to feel lightheaded or get chest pains then I come on here and read some posts and I instantly start to feel better. I think that when I read that everyone else feels the same as me then I realise that it is anxiety and I am not dying!!! I have looked into some of the links you mentioned and I think I may give self help a go. Anything to help these feelings subside and feel normal! I would like to try ordering some books to help me. Anyone got any recommendations? X
Posted 3/12/2013 2:31 PM (GMT 0)
Here you go!:)

http://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-Disorders-Mental-Health-Books/b?ie=UTF8&node=11128

http://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-Disorders-Mental-Health-Books/b?ie=UTF8&node=11128

Best wishes with these. or whatever you choose.  Keep us posted!

S.C.

Posted 3/13/2013 3:27 AM (GMT 0)
To quote your own words, "you have now been brave and posted here".

Aren’t you glad!

Larry ***
Posted 3/13/2013 10:32 AM (GMT 0)
Excellent thank you. Will take a long look at these. Having a good day today! Feel 'normal' for once so feeling positive that I can get over this! Hope you are all having a good day too and if not then pray that tomorrow will be a good one xxx
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