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Posted 6/29/2015 12:44 AM (GMT 0)
Hello all, this is my first time posting to a website like this, but it seems like a good way to find support from others who have dealt/are dealing with the things I am. I'm 29 and have been suffering from anxiety and depression for most of my adult life. The last two years have been especially trying. I had my first anxiety attack in 2013, and since then everything has turned upside down. Over the last six months I have had chronic heart palpitations where it feels like my heart will skip a beat or even multiple beats and its terrifying. I have tried everything under the sun that my doctor has recommended. Exercise seems to make it worse! I have had stress tests, ECGs, and every other hear test run...they all come back perfect. While I am obviously happy that there is nothing structurally wrong, I feel as though my life is being taken away from me. I want to be active and play softball, flag football, golf, etc. I'm just afraid that having one of these palpitations will end up triggering something more serious. I am having a hormone test run to see if there are any issues there. I know my anxiety has been an issue, but this really has to stop. I feel like I'm losing control. Well, to those who read this, thanks for taking the time. Any feedback would be appreciated.

Best,

J
Posted 6/29/2015 12:57 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome JP, You've come to the right place, this is a caring community that is like one big family. So I'm happy you found us, but sorry you are dealing with anxiety and heart palpitations.

Please know that heart palpitations is a common complaint here, if you do a search you will get hundreds of threads about them. So please know you are not alone.

Are you currently in therapy? We recommend CBT or Mindfulness therapies to treat anxiety and panic as they both show good results in learning ways to cope with anxiety.

It's sunday evening and it is a little quiet around here, but give it a bit and others will post to welcome you and with their stories.

In the meantime, check out our resources located on the top of the forum, titled Resources for Anxiety/Panic there is alot of help self help links there. There is also a couple self help links for pvc's that I will post here for you to take a look at.

Self Help for PVCs

heartpvcs.com/pvc_cures.htm

heartpvcs.com/long_term_pvc_cures.htm
Posted 6/29/2015 1:04 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much for the quick response. It is appreciated :-)
Posted 6/29/2015 1:11 AM (GMT 0)
JP,

Hello and welcome. I had palpitations in 2011 thinking it was my heart, but it ended up being GERD, esophagitis, and a hiatal hernia. Prior, I had had two EKGs and all was good, so my PCP at the time recommended I go to a gastroenterologist. I am not saying this is what it is, nor am I saying this to scare you, because the three issues I listed are quite treatable. Cheers.
Posted 6/29/2015 2:24 AM (GMT 0)
I'm sorry you are struggling. You have come to a good place.

Just keep posting, and we will be here for you.
Posted 6/29/2015 4:18 AM (GMT 0)
I am currently in therapy. She thinks that there is something else in play apart from anxiety. I will give an update after my appointments this week. Thank you all.

Best,

J
Posted 6/29/2015 5:12 AM (GMT 0)
Hi JP,

Just wanted to add my welcome and support! Please do let us know how your appointment/tests turn out, and how we can be of support to you!

Here is one more link with some great tools to add to your belt!

http://www.stress-relief-exercises.com/


Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat

Posted 6/29/2015 1:33 PM (GMT 0)
Dear JP - heart palps can be totally unnerving - I've had a rough weekend with them. I've learned to not let them put me into a panic - mostly because I look at how long I've been living years with them and haven't died yet! Something that has helped me, and you might want to ask your doc about it, is Magnesium supplements - hasn't taken them away totally, but has helped reduce them. The other thing is mostly mental ly thinking that YES, I can do things, play ball, etc. and tell the pvc's to take a flying leap - you are going to live your life NO MATTER WHAT! DON'T let them rule your life. (Read Claire Weekes or listen to her cd - really helped).
Best of luck - we're all here for you and have some of the BEST advisors online! Bless them all.
Posted 6/30/2015 2:08 AM (GMT 0)
Your post sounds exactly like me. and probably near my exact post here a few years ago. everything you said in yours, is exactly what i've been through, going through, the tests, palpitations, everything to a T! I just turned 28 a few days ago. I have stomach problems as well and many other issues but I was on Prilosec for a long time and had to stop taking them because it was causing me severe palpitations to the point id get so many with just a breath in. ive been dealing with anxiety since I was 15.but if you are on any meds, I would suggest looking into side effects as well. I couldn't find heart palpitations as a side effect for Prilosec but on this website others have had the same issue. you can definitely get all of your support you need here, any time you need us we are here and youre not alone. youd be surprised how many people feel the way you do and have the same issues! I think mine is definitely hormonal but ive never had a hormone test done, any other test you can think of from CT scan to every heart test/monitors, ct scans, bloodwork ive had it all. hope you feel better after hearing from some of us (:
Posted 6/30/2015 2:42 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you everyone for the kind words. I received the results from my hormone tests and they came back abnormal. I am seeing an endocrinologist to follow up and get additional testing. I'm hopeful that this may help with some of the physical symptoms. Although the anxiety is tough, I feel like I took a step toward getting my life back. I'll keep everyone here posted.

Best,
J
Posted 6/30/2015 4:47 AM (GMT 0)
JP,

I am glad that you are on your way to finding the answers that you need!

I do hope that your endo can help you to identify the areas that need attention...and that all issues are easily and effectively treated!

Please keep us posted if you don't mind.

Best wishes!

S.C.
Posted 6/30/2015 8:47 AM (GMT 0)
Hi JP

Welcome to the forum I am pleased you have found us as you can see you will get good support here from the members.

I am also pleased to hear that you are on your way to finding some answers keep us posted on your progress.

With regards to your anxiety have a look into Mindfulness Meditation as that can really help reduce anxiety and you will find lots of videos on youtube.

Hibee
Posted 6/30/2015 12:34 PM (GMT 0)
I had a long episode of palps and was put on a 24hr monitor, results showed normal. Try magnesium supplements, could be you are low. The magnesium really helped me. Also you mentioned the palps are worst when exercising? Thats not good, I would get a different opinion and make sure noting else is going on.
Posted 7/1/2015 5:13 PM (GMT 0)
Dear JP,

Let me encourage you with the knowledge that I started out that way many years ago, and there is light afterward. I still have an occasional panic attack and anxiety, but nothing like the "dark days" in the beginning. It does get easier with therapy and medications.

Best of luck to you! Hope you see results soon and be encouraged knowing that all of us have either been there or are going through it with you! Hugs to you! Cindy
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