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Posted 12/29/2014 11:32 PM (GMT 0)
Hello all, I hope you're having a good day.

Right to the point, I'm sitting at work, and a little bit ago, I straight up felt like I was going to pass out. I feel that if I would have been standing up at the time, I definitely would have fainted. This seemingly came out of the blue. And of course, right after the feeling passed, I checked my HR and it was about 115. It has since went down some, currently hovering around 90. No real chest pain or loss of breath, but I have been doing the burping thing alot today.

Should I worry? I'm half tempted to call my boss and leave early and even possibly go to the ER, but I know I will be ticked at myself if I do that and it's nothing, especially since I have a Doc appointment tomorrow morning.

This is just such a pain. I feel like every time I go a few days and actually get some confidence like,"yeah, this is all in my head and anxiety based," something like this will pop up, punch me in the gut and set back all the progress I make. The fear is the worst part :(
Posted 12/29/2014 11:42 PM (GMT 0)
I'd wait until your doctor appt in the morning if it was me. Unless of course you get chest pains, then maybe a trip to the ER but I'm pretty sure it's anxiety. :)
Posted 12/30/2014 2:50 AM (GMT 0)
It sounds like anxiety. If you're feeling better now I would get a good night sleep and talk to your doctor in the morning.
Posted 12/30/2014 3:38 AM (GMT 0)
Hey ZA,

Totally know what that's like..... and I'm so sorry to hear what's up tonight at work for ya. What were you doing when it happened? Anything stressful? How was your posture? Were you breathing normal? Any muscle tension? The reason I ask is because I get that faint feeling, but it's usually when I am using a bad posture or holding my breath without realizing it in a tense moment.

Anyway!! Just remember, there are good days, there are challenging days, and then there are super duper scooper challenging days. It sounds like just a bit of an anxiety challenge at the moment. BUT yay for your doctor visit tomorrow!!! That should be a great encouragement!

Hang in there! :D
Posted 12/30/2014 3:50 AM (GMT 0)
TMA,

I was just sitting at my computer. I'm sure my posture isn't too great, as my back hurts alot some days, but this feeling tonight has never presented itself before. I don't recall being stressed, and I think my breathing was normal. Possible muscle tension. Something is always in the back of my mind regarding health worries, but this kinda came from out of the blue.

Thanks for the encouraging words, 10 am can't get here fast enough.
Posted 12/30/2014 4:05 AM (GMT 0)
I'm sure you're just fine! :D I was at the ER for abdomen pain the other day, and since they had me hooked up to the oxygen monitor, I decided to do a little "research" on oxygen levels. When I was hunched forward, my oxygen levels slipped down to 95%. When I was slightly leaned back, they were at 97/98. But when I sat upright and turned slightly to the right, they were at 99/100%. :D

But I also remember how freaked out I was when I first got that "faint" feeling. It happened when I was out shopping and TOTALLY freaked me out and made me want to go home. :( But really-----no worries! You're going to be just fine! :D
Posted 12/30/2014 4:08 AM (GMT 0)
And if that post didn't make sense to your situation... I was kind of suggesting that if you were leaning forward at a computer it could have caused your oxygen levels to be lower. :D Ok, that's all! Have a good night ZA! :D
Posted 12/30/2014 4:44 AM (GMT 0)
TZA,

So sorry this happened.:( I hope the rest of your evening is symptom free...and that you get a good night's sleep.

Let us know how it went, and what was determined at your appointment, okay?

S.C.
Posted 12/30/2014 11:25 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

I agree that it sounds like anxiety have a chat with your doctor today and let us know how it goes and I hope you have a better day today.

Hibee
Posted 12/30/2014 5:22 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for all the kind words everyone!

I ended up having a little difficulty falling sleep, but once I did, I slept pretty good. Went to the doctor and that seemed to go ok. I explained to him what had happened and overall he didn't seem too concerned. He went on to say that my recent stress ekg basically ruled out just about everything and that I shouldn't worry; the faint spells could just be stress related. I was hoping they would hook me up to an EKG or do a blood test, but he just listened with his stethoscope and said everything sounded great. He ended up giving me a prescription for Ativan and said really only to use it if I feel panicky on a reactive basis.

I'm kinda nervous about that as I've never really taken any medication other than advil/tylenol that kinda thing. What should I expect if I end up having to use it?
Posted 12/30/2014 8:05 PM (GMT 0)
I'm glad your appt went well! I've never been on Ativan but I've heard good things. Hang in there!
Posted 12/31/2014 4:46 AM (GMT 0)
TZA,

Great news regarding your health!!
Let that sink in, and enjoy that feeling of relief.;)

As far as your new Rx...try to take your first dose at home if possible, with someone you feel comfortable around for reassurance. Most likely the only s/e you will note is drowsiness.

Great job on going in today and getting the answers you needed. I hope this is the start of a very positive new phase for you.;)

Keep us posted.

S.C.
Posted 12/31/2014 6:53 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks guys!

I made it through the day without needing one. I got majorly distracted doing some vidya games online with friends, so that took my mind off things and let me escape for a bit. Now it's time for cocoa and some reading up on the news!

Sidenote: How common is it for you guys to still feel nervous after the doc visit? I can't help feeling like maybe they missed something that woulda shown up if they ran some tests, but hey, that's why they get paid the big bucks.

Hope everyone had a good day.
Posted 12/31/2014 7:49 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry you were having such a rough time. But the good news is your doctor said everything was ok. They can tell just by listening to your heart or even seeing your BP if you need further testing. So everything must have been perfect. But knowing what you were experiencing passed and there was no trace at the drs office is a good sign and should tell you it's most likely anxiety. Its a tricky disease. Fools us into believing all kinds of nonsense;)

I've never taken Ativan but I have heard good things about it.
Glad your feeling better!!
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