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Posted 10/20/2013 4:42 PM (GMT 0)
Hi shine,

Hypnotherapy has helped a lot of people. I am not sure how it compares to other forms of therapy in terms of effectiveness, but like many things, it is a personal choice. It could be really helpful for you, so give it a shot and see how you you.;)

As far as the yawning/nausea side effect/symptom...it is hard to say if it is from your meds, or simply an anxiety related issue. Anxiety can cause both yawning and nausea, so keep up with your coping skills (breathing and relaxation exercises) and see how you feel in a couple of weeks. You are nearing the end of the start up window for the Prozac.:)

Keep up that good work and posting!

S.C.
Posted 10/21/2013 5:17 PM (GMT 0)
I dont know if it's common but I have been forcing myself to yawn a lot lately so at least you know you aren't alone!
Posted 10/24/2013 7:04 PM (GMT 0)
Hi SC,

been waking up in the middle of the night at abt 2 am. Seems that my panic attack has gone nocturnal. :(

Shin
Posted 10/25/2013 5:13 AM (GMT 0)
You may need to adjust your med schedule to help you sleep through the night...Taking the Xanax at night instead of during the day?

Or try doing your coping skills just before bedtime, to ensure that you are relaxed in both body and mind.

Try to be patient, and keep up the good work...things will get better.:)

S.C.
Posted 10/29/2013 10:10 AM (GMT 0)
Hi guys,
recently I have been waking up with panic after an afternoon nap... normal?
Posted 10/29/2013 4:26 PM (GMT 0)
Shine,

Yep, that sounds familiar. I rarely take naps during the day, but I remember this happening when I was having attacks.

Now, if I do happen to nap, I don't panic, but I have trouble getting 'with it' again. I often feel groggy and weird afterward.

At night, if I wake up shortly after falling asleep...like if I get awakened by my husband or one of my kids, I usually have a moment of disorientation and racing heart, until I figure out what is going on. It only lasts a few seconds until I can take a couple of deep breaths and tell myself that all is well.

Try putting your coping skills to work immediately when you feel the panic start up.

Tell yourself: "I am okay, this is just anxiety/panic making me feel this way"

Also, start your breathing exercises right away...this combination can stop and attack from fully developing.:)

Best wishes for peace and calm!

S.C.
Posted 11/3/2013 1:49 PM (GMT 0)
Hi guys..
Today I have been having on off hyperventilation. I feel so sick and tired of this. It feels as though my breathing is restricted and controlled and I have to consciously breathe. Is this still partof anxiety?

Shinebata
Posted 11/3/2013 4:44 PM (GMT 0)
absolutely! I have often felt that if I didn't pay attention to my breathing or consciously breathe that my body wouldn't do it for me.. Its definitely anxiety related!!!
Posted 11/3/2013 9:15 PM (GMT 0)
Many of the Ladies have mentioned this but I don't remember what it was related to, my Wife takes prozac
eleval, atavian, and tarka I think thats all. Peace

Larry ***
Posted 11/11/2013 3:12 PM (GMT 0)
Hey guys,

just wanna share that I am starting on acupuncture. Not too bad,... but
my appetite has nt come back and I still feel nauseous. This is like the 4th week
into my 40 mg prozac. U guys think its normal? Thanks

Shin
Posted 11/11/2013 4:25 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Shin,

Four weeks in could be anywhere from a third to half way through the initial start up period with this class of medication.

I would say that if you are noting some improvement...even a small one, that you should feel encouraged and keep going.

Doing things like the acupuncture, coping skills and/or therapy should also help you to increase your recovery benefits.:)

Keep up that good work and positive thinking...things are going in the right direction.

S.C.
Posted 11/23/2013 3:14 AM (GMT 0)
Hi SC,

thanks. Nowadays, I wake up feeling nauseous and a little difficulty in swallowing. Is that an anxiety symptom? Doesn't prozac deal with that?

Shin
Posted 11/23/2013 5:24 AM (GMT 0)
Well, you may not have reached the optimal theraputic levles yet...so some anxiety can still expected.

Also, breakthrough anxiety happens, even while on medication. This is why therpy and self-help skills are so important!

Use your breathing and postive affirmations to chase those anxious feelings and symptoms away.

One more thing to consider is that you may be refluxing during the night while laying prone. This is common and could cause both the nausea and the throat irritation which might be the culprit of the swallowing problem.

If you suspect this as well...talk to your doctor about this possibility.

Peace and progress.;)

S.C.
Posted 11/27/2013 2:56 PM (GMT 0)
Hi S.C,

thanks a million for your encouragement. I find strength reading them.
This evening had been really bad. I had indigestion and chest pain all coming together. It was bad and I felt horrible. :(

Shin
Posted 11/28/2013 5:43 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Shin,

I hope that you are feeling better today. What you had going on yesterday sounds pretty miserable...so I hope that you are back in balance with your stomach, and that you are feeling relief from the pain.

Indigestion with reflux into the chest area is pretty common. If you have an OTC to take, hopefully that helps...if not, you may want to get some, and talk to your doctor is indigestion/reflux continues.

Peace and wellness.;)

S.C.
Posted 2/11/2014 2:36 PM (GMT 0)
Hi S.C,
Hapoy new year... been on prozac for a while and feeling better already.
But I do have occasional attacks. Thanks for your encouragement all these while.

Regards,
Shin
Posted 2/11/2014 3:26 PM (GMT 0)
Shin,

I just read back through your whole thread and I am here to congratulate you for hanging in there and keeping the faith that things would improve.

I know how difficult it is when week after week you are stuck in anxiety and everyday you feel like nothing will ever change.  You are a shining example of what happens if you are persistent. 

Be proud of yourself and keep talking to us when you feel like it as we are all here and keeping you in our thoughts.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 2/11/2014 7:13 PM (GMT 0)
Awesome Shin!!!

I am so impressed that you pushed through...and found something that works for you and your recovery!! :)

Keep up the good work. Continue to use your coping skills for the occasional break through anxiety/attacks.

Thanks for the update, and post with us anytime. Others will be encouraged to read of your success, and you can share your experience if you feel comfortable doing so!

S.C.
Posted 6/4/2014 9:50 PM (GMT 0)
Hey guys,

I was feeling much better for the last few months. But recently, the breathlessness and worrying thoughts came creeping bk. I wonder if my prozac is ineffective.

Shin
Posted 6/5/2014 4:59 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Shin.:)

How long have you been on it now? At what level, and is there room to increase? Sometimes just a tweak in dosage is all that is needed.

Do you plan on talking with your doctor about options? I think that would be a good move if you've not done so yet.

How about your coping skills? If you are like me...and sometimes lax on them while feeling good, than get back to work with those! ;p

Sometimes though, you may find that a few rough days are just a matter of breakthrough anxiety that passes, so perhaps it is just a matter of being patient...

Either way, we are here to support and cheer you on, so keep talking with us during this time.:)

S.C.
Posted 11/1/2014 4:45 PM (GMT 0)
Hi guys,
Do you all know if anxiety causes fluttering heartbeats?

Thanks
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