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Posted 1/10/2017 12:34 AM (GMT 0)
darn where do I start. The whole 2016 I was having weird symtoms in my body. Rapid heart beat, dizziness, weird pains in stomach. Alot of this stuff caused me to have panic attacks went to the ER 4 to 5 times had 5 ekg all clear. Blood work clear except blood platelets count went down to 104 but has risen to 110 in 2 weeks.

I went to a DR in November after my 3rd ER visit and she did another ekg and blood work was all good except low platelets. I was surprised about the blood work cause I was basically on most the year until September.

The Dr gave me anxiety meds klonopin and suggested I see a gastrologist because of other syptoms burping, trapped gas, indigestion. etc

So just this last week at work was having horrible pains in my chest and sternum back to the ER the ER DR did another ekg and again clear he said I had gastritis or maybe hiatal hernia.and it was causing my anxiety or vice versa.

So yesterday was my appointment with gastro Dr she was very through. She set me up for endoscopy tomorrow. And protonix and another med.

She thinks that my alcohol consumption is excessive. I am weekend drinker but drink about 20 drinks between friday and Saturday.

So to close this up. I had difficulty breathing this morning and rapid heart rate (woke me up from my sleep so scary)almost went to ER again but didnt. Took the meds she gave me and feel decent. This has been a long road for me and would appreciate any experiences you have or knowlege
about this. This is a real SOB and wearing me down..thanks. Will it ever end?
Posted 1/10/2017 1:35 AM (GMT 0)
Yes it will end but you must do your part, do you go to a therapist?
If you don't have one check out the resources here, everything works for some one so look and give them a try, also spend some time reading the posts, both new and old. Peace

Larry ***
Posted 1/10/2017 3:19 AM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome!

I am sorry to hear of your confusing symptoms and recent experiences, which naturally have you looking for answers!

Definitely follow through with your gastro and the tests she wants you to have...

...but also seek to treat anxiety through stress management techniques...because you could have a co-morbid situation...

...and treating the physical and mental simultaneously will cast a wide net, in order for you to feel your best possible.

See our Resources at the top of the main forum page here for great self help material. Practicing the suggested exercises daily will make a big difference in how you feel. smile

Keep posting with us as well if you find it helpful. We understand, care and are here to support!

S.C.
Posted 1/10/2017 2:41 PM (GMT 0)
Hey there Jdvert, welcome!

As someone who has struggled with underlying anxiety for much of my life and also who drank copious amounts of alcohol, I can empathize completely with your situation. I know first had how too much drinking can mess up your stomach and GI tract generally and add to any underlying anxiety condition. I also went to the ER a few times only to be told I had GERD and anxiety and that drinking sometimes ramps up both.

I had to give up drinking completely, which was very hard at first, but it helped tremendously. I tried cutting back but I would slowly get back up to the same levels of drinking that caused problems.

Maybe cut back on the weekend drinks a little and see how you feel? Probably not good to go cold turkey unless you are working with your doc, but cutting back can be helpful. You may be more anxious at first, but as your body adjusts the anxiety will go down.
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