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Posted 4/2/2014 10:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hi everyone. I was doing well today, still feeling a but nauseous and dizzy but not as bad. Went to a friend's tonight for a takeout. about 40 mins after dinner I started feeling weird, like nauseous but also jittery like I couldn't stop shaking. My friend knows I'm having anxiety issues so I think she understands to an extent. It got to the stage that I knew I was going to start panicking so I left and made it out of her driveway before losing it and crying. I rang my husband while the attack was happening and rather than wait 20 mins to be picked up, I got the bus home. It was horrid, I was crying and having problems controlling my breathing. Being in the bus made me feel so sick I couldn't wait to get off. Once off I was crying and panicky again but made it home. My hubby was so worried and couldn't sleep. I still feel nauseous and dinner went straight through me. My feet are burning and my chest hurts. I was so looking forward to going out and am so disappointed in myself for not keeping it together for one night. I don't want to get to the point of not being able to leave the house.

Sorry for the vent but I knew you would understand.

A x
Posted 4/2/2014 10:24 PM (GMT 0)
Sorry you had a rough go of it last night, but try not to beat yourself up about it. When I had anxiety about 15 years ago, I would get the food right through, which made me not want to go out to eat because I knew what would come after. It does get better. Did you try the deep breathing? That is always a calmer down. You're also lucky to have the support of your husband. Mine was always able to talk me out of a anxiety attack, yours will learn too, but having supportive people around you is always a plus. Don't let what happened hold you back, tell anxiety you're going to kick it out to the curb, that's what I did and I still do everyday!
Posted 4/3/2014 12:58 AM (GMT 0)
I am struggling with this tonight and feel rotten. How long after a panic attack can you feel the effects? I managed about half hour of sleep then woke up because of my breathing. I'm sick of feeling this. I feel very nauseous, my left arm hurts, my feet are tingling/burning, and I just feel unwell. This teamed with the codeine withdrawal is just what I don't need right now. I just want to feel better cry
Posted 4/3/2014 1:52 AM (GMT 0)
Wdwfan,

I was just trying to sit down to eat yesterday at home though, and got my heart palpatations after eating. I hate when it happens right after eating, and sometimes since I hae colitis I get anxiety because I'm not sure if my stomach is going to make it through or not. I get this from time to time and understand how you feel. Maybe listen to some music, put a cool cloth on your head, or go outside and breathe some air. I do the same thing sometimes, as I will call home just to hear someones voice. Sometimes for me it can last until I go to sleep. Good luck, and hope you feel better.
Posted 4/3/2014 4:32 AM (GMT 0)
Hi WF.,

I hope that by now you are feeling better and getting a good night's sleep.

I understand how dissapointied you must feel...but please direct this feeling away from yourself, and simply accept that this is part of anxiety...but that it will not always be this way.

You are working towards getting help, and therefore making progress all of the time. In fact, you are stronger than ever, having made it through that situation.

Even though you did not stay as long as you intended or had hoped for...you gave it a go, and was able to enjoy some of the evening...and also get yourself home when you needed to.

Try to stay hopeful that the next time you go out, it will be an easier time for you.

Let us know how you are doing soon, okay?

S.C.
Posted 4/3/2014 11:16 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the replies. I managed proper sleep once hubby left for work - about 5 hours. I feel drained today, panic attacks always take it out of me. I'm sure it tires everyone out. I feel a bit more positive this morning, just want to feel better. I am feeling a little nauseous, jittery and unsettled. I don't know how much of this is anxiety (the pain in my arm is back again) and how much is to do with codeine withdrawal. I just hope all this passes soon. Thank you all for your support.

A x
Posted 4/3/2014 4:23 PM (GMT 0)
WF.,

Yes, I used to feel wrung out after an attack!!

Take it easy today if possible.

Sending postive thoughts of healing your way.:)

S.C.
Posted 4/3/2014 4:38 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks SC, I have been taking it easy today, not too much housework. I feel so cold and shaky like I'm coming down with the flu. Once hubby gets home and we've had dinner I will have a nice hot soak in the bath. I'm sure that will help. Hope you're having g a good day.

A x
Posted 4/3/2014 7:27 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks guys 3rd wave of hotflushess funny pains fast heartbeats fealing like im about to die after waking up with numb arm I just slept on it but sometimes think it IS Somthing then it kicks in lately walking it off helps as I work as security guard its ok on patrol but if I get stuck on statick post it kicks in normaly when dealing with public nice to know im not the only one
Posted 4/3/2014 10:49 PM (GMT 0)
Jjj,

Welcome to our little community! You've come across a great bunch of folks, and we'd love to hear more about you.

Would you mind posting an introductory thread, letting us know a little more about you and what you're experiencing? We've found it helps members get not only a warm welcome, but your post will get more traffic, and more people will read & reply to you personally.

Just jump on in. The water's warm. No sharks here.... ;)






M.
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