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Hi, Britta...and welcome!

You are not alone in how you are feeling after having a panic attack. They are draining and everyone rebounds back differently. Know that it's okay to take a break and rest...

You also mentioned Celexa...I used to take it and had no major side effects starting it and it worked wonders for me.

Other members will be along to welcome you as well! We are one big family here.

Hope you are feeling better!

Amy

Hello Britta and welcome!

I am sorry to hear about the sorrowful trigger that naturally increased your anxiety. Death and loss are certainly things that can make A/P challenging to manage.

To answer your question...yes, I have had panic attacks that linger with symptoms, and are not quick to recover from. I understand what you are going through.

You mention breathing techniques that you have used previously? That is great...keep practicing them...and please see the link below, our Resources, for more great self help material. The more tools you have in your arsenal, the better!

www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=9&m=104206

As for your Rx...I hope you can come to peace with making a decision on whether or not you decide on your start up. I know this is a difficult step to take.

Are you aslo in therapy now? I ask, because I was in the same place once.

I had a prescription from my doctor...but decided to wait and see how my therapy was going to play out in my recovery before starting it.

I ended up not using my medication...as the therapy was really effective...

...but everyone is different. I will say that it was VERY difficult for the first several weeks. Looking back, I wonder if I should have at least taken my Rx for a time...until I was ready with my therapy and self help skills. I could have saved myself a significant amount of hardship, so I may have done it differently in hindsight. Medication can help to get you to a place where therapy/self help can do their intended functions...since you are more relaxed and open to the benefits.:)

Ultimately this decision is yours...and I wish you well in making it!

Please know we understand, care....and support is key, so keep posting! :)

Scaredy Cat

Never took the drug you mention but when i use to have a panic attack i would be drained like a
dead car battery for several days, guess thats pretty common, Peace

Larry ***

Thank you everyone! I am so relieved to have found a group where others know what i am going through and can help me (each other). I just took the first dose of the celexa (10mg) its the first start to a new me, right?
I plan to have a lazy day here at home since it is raining and gloomy outside. I am hoping i don't have any reactions to it since that is the #1 reason why i am scared to take ANY medications is the allergic reactions or the side effects.

I just want to be back to my normal self, I want my kids to have a mother who enjoys her life again and one that doesn't live in fear every single day.

Thanks! I ended up in the ER last night covered in hives from the celexa so they told me to stop taking it and talk to my dr about something else. I do however have a question i used to be on amitriptyline for headaches but never ever had anxiety. I am wondering if i never had the anxiety because it took care of it? Anyone on it?

Welcome! As others have said, lingering physical symptoms are common I think after a knock down panic session. I've thought a lot about it over the years...not sure if perhaps muscles tense up more during a panic event (however long that lasts) and feel tired and achy afterwards or perhaps the mind is put in supersensitive mode where it feels normal daily aches more acutely.

Whatever it is, it sucks! :)

Glad you've found a place to tell your story and feel comfortable.

B.,

I have not, but wish you the best in your re-start! If it was working previouosly, then chances are good that you will have success again...so keep positive!

You may want to start a new thread just on this subject, (with your Rx name in the post) so more members can see the specific topic you are wanting input on.:)

Keep us updated!

S.C.