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Posted 7/25/2017 4:55 PM (GMT 0)
Morning all. So I had my Dr. appt yesterday about my racy heart and dizziness. I was wanting to request a brain CT and and EKG. Well after listening to my heart and before I could ask for an EKG he says oh your heart seems to slow down and skip beats I'm going to do an EKG... well of course that sent me into a panic, my heart rate was out of control. Finished EKG and he said yes my heart was extremely racy but it didn't show the slowness or skipped beats... he said it was fine and no need to worry about my heart it's completely fine. I can't accept that and still feel like he is missing something. He also said I 100% do not have a brain tumor and nothing warrants a CT scan. He wants me to come back in two weeks as I see a Pdoc for the 1st time tomorrow. He still thinks all of my issues are anxiety related. He said he will do another EKG in two weeks if I feel I need it for reassurance... My question is would you be comfortable with this or get 2nd opinions? He has been my Dr. for 16yrs... Thank you
Posted 7/25/2017 5:42 PM (GMT 0)
M.,

I had a similar experience. I was given an EKG..which came back clear, as yours did. My doctor told me he was confident that I had no cardio issues...but that the next step would be an echo, if I wanted to request one.

I asked him if he thought this was necessary, and he said absolutley not...and that it would simply be for my peace of mind.

I decided in that moment to CHOOSE to trust my doctor and the test results I had received. Easy? Not at all...but a key step in overcoming the anxiety.

I hope this encorages you in your journey. Try and use your coping skills to help you enjoy the good news you've received. 😊

Peace and progress,

S.C.
Posted 7/25/2017 7:14 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, I truly feel all of the symptoms you are experiencing are anxiety.

Can anxiety give you headaches? Yes
Can anxiety give you blurred vision? Yes
Can anxiety give you heart palpitations and/or tachycardia (racing heart)? Yes (No, this does not mean you will have a heart attack. Your heart would need to get to 175 BPM+ to get to a dangerous zone and unless you're doing really hard cardio, that's not going to happen).

I know this doctor has been your doc for 16 years, but perhaps it is time to add a Psychiatrist to the mix? Medical doctors know general practice. They aren't psychiatrists. My own doctor has even said the same "the best person to handle these type of medications is a psychiatrist. I don't have the knowledge they do."

I really think that if your doc or a psych can get your medications straightened out, these symptoms will go away. Still sending you lots of prayers!
Posted 7/25/2017 7:52 PM (GMT 0)
Absolutely kpod.

Definitely do not ignore the symptoms and communicate those with your doctor. However, if you have a bunch of tests done and all of them come back clean, you can then say, yes, this is anxiety.
Posted 7/25/2017 11:31 PM (GMT 0)
As don't have insurance so can't go to ER FOR ANXIETY,
Anxiety can make you have mood swings too.

For days i can go without going outdoors or watch no tv.

Blurred vision or headaches are common for me.
Posted 7/26/2017 3:41 PM (GMT 0)

Scaredy Cat said...



I decided in that moment to CHOOSE to trust my doctor and the test results I had received. Easy? Not at all...but a key step in overcoming the anxiety.



S.C.


I'm working hard at that part. It is almost gotten to the point where I am anxiously looking forward to my yearly physical due on March 2018. LOL.
Posted 7/26/2017 3:47 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you all for responding and great advice. I will let you know after my first Pdoc apt today....
Posted 7/26/2017 8:25 PM (GMT 0)
Well I just got back from Pdoc and I loved her. She is adding Buspar 3x daily to my Zoloft for now. I go back in 3 weeks and since the Zoloft has always caused sexual side effects she said if I wanted we could switch to Effexor. I'm feeling better and excited to see if this gives some relief... Anyone tried Buspar?
Posted 7/26/2017 10:05 PM (GMT 0)
Nice! So glad you are feeling better and have some relief!
Posted 7/27/2017 4:16 AM (GMT 0)
M.,

Great news regarding your appointment...liking your new P-doc (that is huge!)...

...and moving forward with a new regimen in order to feel your best. ;)

I am really happy for you! Keep us updated okay?

S.C.
Posted 7/27/2017 7:14 PM (GMT 0)
Awesome Mel! Glad to hear it. I think things are going to start getting better for you here on out. Keep us updated!
Posted 7/27/2017 9:50 PM (GMT 0)
long time buspar user-its fine for mild to moderate anxiety but will not be enough for severe anxiety or attacks. best part is its not addicting
Posted 8/1/2017 4:51 PM (GMT 0)
Morning all. So I only took the Buspar a couple times and it made my eyes really weird, like I had to keep blinking them. Called Pdoc and she said to quit taking it and see her on my follow up appt. on the 17th. She said I am doing fine on the 100mg of Zoloft. Maybe I'm not as bad off as I think, lol!!! I kinda feel like therapy and some self help books are helping me, so I guess I will wait until the 17th...
Posted 8/1/2017 6:35 PM (GMT 0)
M.,

Okay...mixed results on some treatment options are to be expected...

...you drop what's not workimg...and focus on what does!

Greta job on continuing to find your perfect regimen.

Keep up the good work...and let us know how that upcoming appointment goes...

...or post sooner if you need encouragement/support...or just want to share! ☺

S.C.
Posted 8/1/2017 7:26 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you, SC. After speaking with my husband and pharmacist they say there is no way the buspar could cause the side effects I was thinking. I goggled and thought I was having Tardive Dyskinesia... IDK maybe I will give the Buspar a fair try. Hmmm decisions decisions.... Thank you
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