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Posted 9/13/2015 8:36 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Everyone

This is my first time posting here. So I wanted to give a little detail about myself. My panic attacks started in May of this year. I woke up into a full panic attack. I thought it was a heart attack and rush to the Er.It's been 5 months since I've learned I have a panic disorder. I've been on buspar for a month now and yes the attacks have lessened. But the chest pain and arm pain remains. I went to a cardiologist Friday,they did a ekg and a sonogram of my heart. But they didn't say anything after. They just made me a appointment in 3 weeks to wear a holster monitor for 24 hours and sent me home. Now I'm freaking out even more. Is it normal for them to just send people home without saying anything. I'm getting chest pains again and freaking out. Ever since I started getting panic attacks I get chest pain on my left side,left arm pain and it scares me. I'm so worried about a heart attack I don't know what to do. Is anyone else having this problem? confused confused
Posted 9/13/2015 9:33 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Kelly,

Welcome to the forum. You have chosen a great place to come, because there are a lot of supportive, encouraging members here who all want to help. I'm sorry you have a panic disorder, but I'm glad that you have already taken steps to help yourself, and found a medication that it is helping you. Many of us get chest pains with anxiety, and it is extremely scary but it is not dangerous.

It must have been upsetting to be ushered out of the cardiologist's office with no explanation. If you were being treated by a technician, they aren't allowed to tell you the results. I'm not sure why, but it is one of the worst parts of going to get anything tested!

It is actually a good sign when they don't tell you anything after the test, because if the tech had found anything seriously wrong with your heart, he/she would have acted on it immediately and not had you come back in three weeks. My guess is that everything is completely normal, and they just want to monitor you for peace of mind. Unfortunately, for anxiety sufferers like us, it's almost the opposite of peace of mind when they don't tell us we are okay! No news is good news, though, I promise. :)

I hope you feel better soon,

-Cat
Posted 9/13/2015 10:09 PM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome!

I am really sorry to hear about your anxiety and current symptoms. ..I know how difficult this is to deal with!

As BC mentioned, you would have been alerted to anything serious at the time of your appointment, since EKGs can be read immediately. Therefore, it is very likely all is well...and they are simply following protocol with giving you results at the follow up appointment.

Add to that the fact that you had a good EKG less than 6 months ago...along with the vitals they took while you were in the ER...

...this all points to the fact that you are fine.:)

The tight chest symptom is common to anxiety, and one that causes more anxiety, understandably. :/

However, there is a lot you can do for relief with self help!

Here is the link to our Resources. Inside you will find help for anxiety, panic attacks, dealing with the physical symptoms and more! Check it out and see if anything looks helpful to you!

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


Keep posting with us as well. We understand, care and support is key. :)

Scaredy Cat

Posted 9/14/2015 11:41 PM (GMT 0)
Hello BC and SC

Thanks so much for replying back to me. I know I should have taken it as good news but I guess I let my panic take over. You would think they would tell people something at least right lol. Sometimes it's hard to understand that chest pain is a symptom of anxiety. I'm lucky to have found a place where I don't feel so alone. Even when doctors say I'm fine it's hard to believe it because you feel all these different pain and think well someone is missing something. It's a terrible feeling.

But thanks for helping me calm down some. I keep forgetting I need to take it one step at a time.🐢😁
Posted 9/15/2015 12:02 AM (GMT 0)
Yes, keep posting with us, and we will do our best to keep you encouraged!

Let us know when you get your results back, so we can celebrate with you!!

Use those coping skills from the Resources for extra management help.:)

Talk soon,

S.C.
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