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Posted 8/5/2014 10:21 PM (GMT 0)
Hello there I am new to this forum, but so glad that I found it. I've been struggling with anxiety after having my first daughter. I eventually went on medication and a few months later stopped due to a non planned pregnancy. I was fine all throughout my pregnancy no anxiety or panic attacks. I thought I was cured, up until a few nights ago. I had th worst panic attack I've ever experienced. I'm still scared and worried I will experience another one.

During my attack I woke out of a deep sleep, heart pounding, hands and feet tingling and the first thing I thought was I'm dying, I'm having a heart attack. My eyes were going in and out of focus as well. My husband was able to help me calm down and I probably got a total of 3 hrs of sleep that night. Now it's 2 days later and I'm still extremly exhausted. I can hardly keep my eyes open and my girls are causing me stress because of how fatigued I am.

Has this ever happened to anyone else? Is it normal to be this tired even 2 days after an attack???
Posted 8/5/2014 11:00 PM (GMT 0)
I am guessing it is anxiety + lack of sleep = bad effects on tired muscles. When I had panic attacks there were times when I didt get a sleep for 3 days in a row. I was like a zombie for the following week. Lack of sleep makes you extra tired. Fatigue is a known symptom to all kinds of anxiety anyways.

You can always ask a dr, to feel better. Look at your daughters :) they will give you the strength you need.
Posted 8/5/2014 11:03 PM (GMT 0)
I always feel exhausted after panic attacks. High emotions always tire me out.
Not to mention you have two young children, which in itself is exhausting.
Lots of stress with little ones contributed to my anxiety.I went for 20 years without a panic attack until 2 small children, work, housework & daily stress brought it right back with a vengeance.
Try to relax when you can, deep breaths & calm your mind.

This is a great place to start.
Posted 8/5/2014 11:09 PM (GMT 0)
Yes anxiety can deplete your body and energy. Think of it like this...your in the forest and a large bear is running after you, your heart pounds, you sweat, your body is in fight or flight response. A panic attack does the same thing to your body. I would think after being chased in the forest by a bear that I would need a few days to recoperate.
Posted 8/5/2014 11:16 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you all for your replies! I'm resting now. My 4 yr old is watching some cartoons while my 22 month old naps. I'm thinking I might join in on that nap. My whole body is just exhausted, I don't feel like myself, almost a out of this world feeling. I hate feeling like this. My hubby thinks I can manage without meds but I'm thinking I may need to talk with my dr.
Posted 8/6/2014 3:19 AM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome!
I am so sorry to hear that the anxiety has returned currently. It does tend to come and go, so know that you are not alone re-visiting treatment/help.
The good news is that you have a clearer idea this time around about what it going on...and since you had a time of reprieve before...you can get back to that good place once again.
Here is the link to our Resources here. There are so many great self-help ideas to get started with for relief!

https://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=9&m=104206

Keep posting with us as well, we understand. We are here to listen and care. Support is key!
Scaredy Cat
Posted 8/6/2014 3:25 AM (GMT 0)
P.S.

Please feel empowered to talk to your doctor about getting help in any form you choose if you feel you need to!

Anxiety is a chronic affliction like many other health issues. If you had epilepsy, you would need meds to control seizures. If you were diabectic, you'd take insulin.

This is no different. If you find you need an Rx, then seek the help that you need to feel your best and be healthy.:)

S.C.
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