Scared to death and I don't know if this is anxiety attacks.

So, I have been having these random fast forwarding moments like you know in a movie how you fast forward? We'll that's what it's like it stops in like 5 or 10 mins and everything is normal but it starts again in a few minutes my heart does race when I have it but when I'm finished it's fine and my heart goes back to normal please help me I don't know what this is

Theresa

It can be very scary when our body does things that we are not used to. When this happens our anxiety shoots through the roof and we begin to worry with "worst case scenario" thoughts. That's why anxiety can be a vicious cycle and really start to consume our lives and our every thought.

Not sure if you have done this or not, but the very first thing you should do is see your doctor and tell him your every concern. From there he can either rule out or diagnose you. This alone should calm your fears because you will no longer be in the dark with your ailments as you begin a treatment plan.

This forum has been a life saver to me as it helps so much to know that you are not alone in your struggle. Please keep us posted on how you're doing.

Post Edited (Cornell) : 9/10/2014 11:42:25 AM (GMT-6)

Theresa ,
I exactly know what you are talking abt as i have similar issues which i never had in my lfe before and i spent countless days thinking what is this ?

for you it 5-10 min for me its hours can be 3-4 hrs on and off ,its such a long time of heart attack feeling but its infact i see as panic changed from too much anxiety.

my heart health is suffering because of this ,on several occasions i have told my husband to enjoy my company or he will regret he never used time wisely!
As life is short ,you never know when i will be gone as heart health is tricky~

I might see neurologist and cardiologist soon but till my anxiety of doctor offices is not over ,i can't go~as i am paralyzed by fear.what they might find out and how many tests will they do ,etc
until i overcome this fear ,i am prisoner in my room .
keep us posted .
your HW sis
cilly

I remember having something similar to this around 3 years ago. Though, mine was more fast forwarding of the mind. My brain felt like it was fast forwarding and I could do nothing at all to stop it. It wasn't a thought, but rather just a brain that couldn't think and was hurrying to nowhere basically. Hmmmm... If you find anything out on this, I'd love to hear about it! Best wishes!

Theresa,

Best wishes on your upcoming appointment with the cardiologist.

I am sure that you doctor is just seeking to rule out all possible physical causes before making a diagnoses.:)

Definitely let us know how it goes.

S.C.