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Posted 4/21/2014 2:38 AM (GMT 0)
Hello im a 18 year old female I struggle with anxiety and ocd , I haven't had a panic attack in about 4 weeks I will say but I seem to get heart attack out of my head its taking a toll on my life , I have palpiations when I up or stand up or lay down , it really scares I have had my blood takin and all the good stuff everything was normal im still afraid of this heart attack
Posted 4/21/2014 3:33 AM (GMT 0)
Hey, you're not alone. I've posted about this too. I get chest pain, arm pain, and palpitations all the time (it's worse at night), and I've gotten TONS of tests and everything came back normal. Also young, I'm 21, but I'm still worried I have some kind of heart condition.
It's definitely scary, and I'm sorry you have to go through that too! There's nothing I can suggest since I have the same problem, people tell me not to worry about it but I still do. I just have to preoccupy myself with things so I'm distracted. Sometimes it gets really overwhelming though.
Idk if it'll help you, but maybe just keep repeating yourself that you are young and it is incredibly rare for you to have a heart attack, especially since you've taken tests and found out everything is okay. I have to remind myself constantly.
I've been thinking recently about practising yoga to help me relax, and exercising more. It apparently helps a lot. I also like to spend time with people because being alone makes my anxiety worse.
Hope you get well soon. Take care.
Posted 4/21/2014 4:35 PM (GMT 0)
Hi ILA and welcome.:)

I am sorry that you are dealing with anxiety and the fear of a health event such as a heart attack.

This fear is pretty common...and there is help availble!

What if anything have you done so far to manage your anxiety?

Talking with your doctor about help through therapy...or medication, or both...would be a great step to take.

We also have some wonderful self-help ideas here on our main page in our Resources. It is the first thread at the top of the page. Have a look, and let us know how we can further be of support to you.:)

Scaredy Cat
Posted 4/21/2014 5:00 PM (GMT 0)
ILA,

Welcome to HealingWell.  I am sorry to read of your anxiety and worries.  Palpitations are very common for people that are dx with anxiety. Pain, stress and many other things may also cause palpitations.

 

If you have never seen a physician for this concern it is best to have a Dr. do an assessment of these irregular beats.

 

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 4/22/2014 3:49 AM (GMT 0)
Hello and yes I see a counselor and my psychiatrist prescribed me medication but im scared to take medicine , I hope I can find something to help because this fear is consuming my life
Posted 4/22/2014 3:57 AM (GMT 0)
ILA.,

It is great that you are seeing a counselor...therapy is very effective!

However, it can take time, especially if you are just working on your anxiety from this one angle...due to your fear of the Rx that you were prescribed.

I understand your fear. If you would like to get over this reluctance towards your meds, you can ask your counselor to help you work through your fear...

...or you can continue to do your therapy, and with patience and hard work, see where you are after continuing with more sessions. It is of course up to you and your comfort level regarding your treatment.:)

Keep posting with us as well...support is key!

S.C.
Posted 4/22/2014 9:29 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you alot
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