More attacks-more frequently

Hi Winter,

You can make it. Trust yourself! I know the body tells you other wise. But you can face this and do it. I to have more attacks if I don't stay busy. So my days are filled with activity as much as possible.

I am currently working on becoming more mobile again. I've been stuck at home now for almost 4 years. And yesterday hubby decided to take me on his errands. Now I don't drive any further then 1 mile from my house. So he does all the driving. Anyway, we got to Lowes and as soon as I walked in. Bam thought I was going to pass out, couldn't breath. It was horrible. But I forced myself to continue. And we were there for a good 20 minutes. Then off to home depot, wally world, and then office max.

It was nice to be out and about again. But I had to force myself to do it. I knew if anything came up. I am strong enough to over come it. And I will get over this. The Panic attack lasted maybe 2 minutes max. And I was successful on my first trip that lasted longer then 20 minutes.

I did have to plan my route though. So if anything did come up I had a plan of action. Which helped me to get through the day. So I would suggest that in your plans for the game. Set up an exit. Know where you can go if you need to. Keep either exit plan on 3x5 cards. Include things like which exits have gas stations. Which lanes you need to be in to get off. What ever it takes to make the ride easier for you.
I had my 3x5 cards on a single ring so I could flip through as exits where passed. So I knew what was available coming up. And so on. This way in an event of a panic attack. I didn't have to think it through. I had it already set up and available.

You are a strong person. You can do this!! Let us know how your son does in the game. Because I know you will be there!! =)

Take Care
Cary-Ann

Hello Winter,

I am so sorry you are having this increase in anxiety/panic.  May I ask how long you have had Crohn's?  Also what do you do when you are working re your "bathroom" issues.

I know we have several members with Crohn's here in the forum and I am sure you will hear from someone.

I feel the same as you, when I am working and busier the anxiety is less.  The more time I have on my hands the easier it is for the anxiety to creep in.

You have my prayers.

Gentle Hugs

Kitt

Kitt,
I have had Crohn's for 8 years but I am in remission. So I don't have any problems with it unless I have a panic attack. Then that stirs things up for a day. I have a very flexible schedule at work. I work with small groups who have difficulty in math & I am the technology coordinator. So I maintain the technology in my school. If I have a bathroom problem, I can send my group back to their homerooms & take care of my bathroom problem plus the bathroom is only 3 doors down from my room. But since I am now in remission, I usually don't have a problem at work. My bathroom issues are usually resolved before I leave for work. thankfully. I plan on staying on my medicine for a while after school starts & see how things go. Then I should be able to wean off of it gradually like in the past.
Nanners,
Thanks, I plan on taking another 1/4 of klonipin before I leave & lomotil if necessary

Winter,

I too am in remission right now, and only have D problems when the anxiety kicks in. But I have even learned to stop that with the occasional help of my Xanax. I only use it maybe 1-3 times a month. I always worry when the times come for me to retire, if my anxiety will kick in even more. Lets hope not:) Hope you enjoy the day with your son without any anxiety trying to ruin your day!

Hugs
Gail*Nanners*

Well your doctor prescribes the .5 mg. You can take up to that amount as often as he recommends. You are only take one fourth of it, so you can take up to .5mg. I take .25 mg of Xanax as needed. One seems to do the trick so far,

Good luck,
Gail*Nanners*

Yeah!!!! So glad you were able to enjoy your son's tournament. Am glad to hear the Prozac is working again for you too! Keep up the good work!