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Posted 3/29/2011 1:47 PM (GMT 0)
Hello all, I am new to your forum and would like to get your opinions.  Lately, I have experienced a rapid pulse upon any type of physical activity.  I was thinking I was dehydrated from my new blood pressure med, but my primary care physician said that since I have a history of anxiety (presently taking Buspar) it was most likely anxiety related.  I usually know when I'm feeling anxious and I'm definitely not feeling that way.  Has anyone had a similar experience?
Posted 3/29/2011 1:51 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, rapid pulse and heart palpitations.  I had them for quite some time before I realized what was causing it.  My EKG was normal, I was deemed heart healthy but the symptoms continued.  I know everyone is going to get sick of hearing this, but it was caffeine.  I stopped drinking caffeine, cut almost all sugar out of my diet and heart palps and rapid beating stopped.  100% stopped. 

Gem

Posted 3/29/2011 1:56 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Gem, I will certainly give it a try!
Posted 3/29/2011 2:03 PM (GMT 0)
You are welcome.  If you are a big coffee and soda drinker, you might want to cut back gradually instead of all at once.  I am truly amazed at how well I feel over all since giving it up. 

Have a good day! turn

Gem

Posted 3/29/2011 4:12 PM (GMT 0)
Hi AMOS and welcome! You have gotten some great advice from P.G., all that I can add is that sometimes anxiety can be sneaky, and you aren't necessarily aware of it by how you feel.

If you look in our Anxiety Resources (first posts at the top of boards) you will find links to many great breathing/relaxation sites to help keep stress levels manageable. Pracitcing these everyday is so beneficial (I think everyone should!)

Taking ten minutes in the morning and evening to slow down, meditate, and breathe deeply should greatly improve your symptoms. (some people have also found relief from taking Magnesium, but be sure to consult with your doctor regarding this.)

Again welcome, and post anytime! This is a great place for infomation and support.

Take care,
Scaredy Cat
Posted 3/29/2011 5:04 PM (GMT 0)
Cat, Kudos on mentioning the Magnesium.  More people than not are deficient in magnesium, which calms the nervous system.  I hope everyone knows to check with their Dr. before adding/deleting anything med wise.

I also have started taking a few minutes am/pm to think about the day and honor the positive things that have happed.  Even if I have to strain to come up with something, there always is something good.

Gem

Posted 3/29/2011 11:17 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Gem and Cat for the info!
Posted 3/30/2011 3:59 AM (GMT 0)
Amos - Big classic symptom of anxiety. Also suggest having a glucose tolerance test to check for low blood sugar which does that to me as well. My buspar is.60 mg daily to stop mine. White sugar, caffeine, white breads and nicotine exacerbate it. Also ditto on the meditation & quiet times during the day as a set practice EVEN when ur not feeling anxious. Watch out for mixing herbs or otc meds. Dont exercise right b4 bed. Lots of water! Talk to doc n see what he says. HUGGZ
Posted 3/31/2011 4:20 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Angel!  Saw my primary physician yesterday.  She switched my Buspar to Lexapro.  We'll see what happens...
Posted 4/2/2011 1:04 AM (GMT 0)
Amos-Everyone is different so I hope Lex helps you. Just bear in mind sometimes Lex or others will initially make you feel more jittery but generally levels out.
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