Hi everyone...

Sorry to have been away. Just felt like I needed some time and space to get my emotions in check. Unfortunately I seem to be having a difficult time doing that.

The past few days my heart has been racing. No higher than 104, but for me that is super uncomfortable. I can go from lying in bed with a HR of 75, to having this sudden feeling of discomfort and discovering it's jumped to 95! Does anyone know why this may happen?

My doctors have discussed beta blockers with me and I'm considering trying them.

I started seeing a new acupuncture person recently and she put me on some Chinese herbs. One to relax and one to help regulate my cycles and balance hormones. I can't help but wonder if that second herb has thrown me into this weird tailspin. I've also felt a little depressed too, which isn't like me.

Anyway, I hope you're all doing well. I'm going to read through some posts and catch up to see how everyone is.

Hugs

Thank you, Lisa. 😊 You are so sweet.

You know, I googled the one to help relax you, but not the other one. I should probably do that.

Can I ask...how do you ignore the discomfort of a HR that fast? I think if I didn't jump to the conclusion that it meant something was wrong, I'd be able to handle it, since I know in reality, 105 isn't actually that high. It's bothering me even in the 90's and I know I should be able to tolerate that.

I will have to see what my cardiologist says.

It is virtually impossible to find info on this Chinese herb, other than it has an impact on your cycle. I suppose with my sensitivity to hormones, I should assume that this particular blend and I would not be friends.

I have skipped the last two doses. All I've been able to find is stuff that says it nourishes the heart and spirit, HOWEVER, it's used to help women going through menopause and also women who need progesterone support. This leads me to believe that I may be having an unfavorable reaction. I guess I'll discuss with my acupuncturist next week and skip this one for the time being.

Hi BM!

Otherwise the acupuncture is great! I find it really relaxing and I enjoy it. Have you ever done it?

Thanks for letting me know, weary. I feel pretty certain that whatever I was put on to regulate my cycle definitely messed things up for me.

I'm feeling ok at this moment and really praying for some good sleep tonight. I haven't been this bummed I'm awhile over how I feel.

Thanks, Inci. I'm so cautious about trying new meds, but I didn't think twice about the herbs and I think that was a big mistake. I'm going to tell my acupuncturist that I don't want to take herbs for cycle issues. It's just not that important to me; especially is this is how I'll feel!

I had to stop due to price as well, but have found a place that I love even more, that is SO much cheaper. Hoping it helps!!

Park

Tonight- go on youtube and type in mindful meditation- I can't tell you how much this is helping me get restorative sleep at night. Every night a half hr. before my bedtime I watch one of these. I think the breathing exercises will help quiet your heart.

May you have sweet dreams and a peaceful night

Hi P and welcome back!

I hope that you can come to a decision that you are comfortable with in regards as to starting a BB or not.

Has your therapist ever mentioned biofeedback to you for learning more in depth management of physical symptoms?

Would you like me to post some info about this?

Keep working on your coping skills that you know help for now...things will get better with continued practice and time.

Wishing you only good feelings and progress. :)

S.C.

Hi S.C.,

I'm not sure about the BB. I want to see if they can be taken as needed. I'm feeling a lot better today, so I still think some of the racing heart may have been the Chinese herb I started.

As for biofeedback, I have actually seen a biofeedback therapist for over ten years, but some of the old tricks have gotten stale, so if you could post that, I would appreciate it. I'm now seeing a CBT therapist that focuses on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Have you heard of it? I think it's going to be a challenge.

Turtle! I'm glad to see you and I hope you're doing well and feeling good.

Oh I did not realize you had already done work with this technique...that is grea!

Here is a link I found that may have something that compliments what you have learned already...and maybe some new stuff?

https://www.mentalhelp.net/articles/techniques-for-unlearning-old-behaviors-biofeedback-and-neurofeedback/

Keep going with the CBT and ACT...the more tools you have, the better.:)

S.C.

Hi park. I take a beta blocker daiky because of this. I have a normally fast hr and dont like it eithe . I take atenolol. Have you had thyroid checked? I'm very leery of taking herbs even because of side effects