I'm actually not doing too bad right now. Supposed to start Gabapentin today (actually for Fibro related issues but hoping it does double duty and eases my anxiety as well, we will see) and also was...
Hey KC! I'm usually over on the anxiety forum but I do suffer from secondary depression, especially when I'm having a bad day physically (pain and fatigue from an AI disorder) and also when my...
Liz2014 - Sorry for the late response! How are you today? I am slowly getting better, adding foods back into my diet. I think the Nexium is helping but it's hard to tell. I go in to see my Primary...
Hello Hibee! I'm glad that you had an enjoyable week! That is a lot of miles to be walked, I'm hoping to get outside and walk with my daughter as we've had a break in the rain. I believe Mother's Day...
Agenias - I was just diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome and possibly fibromyalgia (that one they aren't certain on). My health issues started 2 years ago and have only gone downhill. I was diagnosed...
Thank you! I've already checked out the resources and am finding loads of useful information!...
Hi all! I'm normally over on the anxiety/panic forum but I figured I'd post here as I've just been (as of yesterday) diagnosed with Sjogren's. It's been a long two years of differential diagnoses'...
Liz2014 - Those good days are absolutely great, aren't they? Better than good because anything is better than feeling like death is knocking at your door. At least that's my opinion. My family has...
Liz2014 - Just a few short weeks ago, I was doing much better, still having anxiety but doing quite well at controlling it. Meditation, walks with my daughter, healthy eating... It was all helping...
Well, I suppose it wouldn't hurt to check in. I have been having a rough couple of weeks. Very sick physically but my doc won't do anything about it because she says it's just anxiety. I don't...
Liz2014 - Hello! First, I want to start off by saying that you are definitely not alone. I can totally relate! I've had nearly constant anxiety since December. It is extremely draining, and I'm sure...
P.K- I am sorry you're having a rough go of it. It seems we have switched places today! I actually did okay most of the day, managed to not have one panic attack despite a very stressful eye exam for...
Bik31 - This forum has been extremely helpful to me, I am glad I found it because not only is this a great support system, but there is a lot of useful information. I do try to get busy myself....
S.C. - Thank you. I really needed to hear that positive reinforcement. I do have a sinus infection and some reflux issues so I think they are both taking a toll on me physically, which in turn, does...
Pretty kittay - I am horrible when it comes to googling things. But sometimes it is the only thing that can stop my racing thoughts. I haven't had a great medical past and I have a hard time trusting...
Pretty kittay - It is so difficult to squeeze any positive thoughts into my mind. I am not currently on anything except for a low dose of Ativan, which is no longer helping me. I've tried a couple of...
I have a great life. A wonderful fiancé, a beautiful daughter, and loving family members. So why do I feel like the only thing missing is ME?! This anxiety/depression has caused such a disturbance in...
This is very lovely news! Lexapro will most likely be the next SSRI that I try after failed attempts with Zoloft and Paxil. I am so glad that you stuck it out, that says a lot about you and your...
Honestly, I can totally relate with this. Before my anxiety broke through, I would be happy to go anywhere by car, plane, train or bus. Now I get so antsy and irritable in the car, not so much...
I get these "jolts" from taking my Ambien at night. It's when my body starts to get really comfortable when they start happening. My fiancé takes Zoloft and gets them as well, and he's been taking it...
Hello Mersault! I'm sorry for you to be going through this, and as a fellow sufferer of health anxiety (among other things), I can totally understand where you are coming from. I can also tell you...
I have yet to get my anxiety and other issues under control but I will say "this too shall pass". I'm not on any medication (yet, been on a journey to find the right one but in no rush) and I'm not...
I had a lovely meeting with my therapist yesterday and I am happily anticipating the 29th, when I meet with a Psychiatrist/Neurologist. This was my fourth meeting with my therapist and I think we...
I came by this and while I haven't had a full experience with Zoloft, I will say that with the one week I took it, my main side effects were insomnia and feeling like I was on a huge caffeine rush....
I am very hopeful and try my best to remain so. My daughter definitely keeps me going. At 2 1/2 years old, she seems to get me more than any of my friends and some of my family do and she's always...
S.C. - Honestly, I have health/medication anxiety so I do a lot of research on what is going into my body. I know this is not always the best thing to do as it can definitely increase my anxiety and...
Well, I'm feeling somewhat decent so far today. Waking up is difficult for me, but this was the first time in a week that I've woke up without a level 8 migraine and nausea. Been cutting down on my...
countingstarsx - Isn't it fun being a woman? My fiancé was struggling with anxiety and some depression for years, of course, he was able to control his emotions slightly more than I am, and I've...
S.C. - Thank you for your support, it truly means a lot. I know I still have so much to overcome and I'm honestly surprised with myself that I've made it this far without an A/D type medication. I'm...
Thank you both for your responses! franki3d83 - It's nice to know that I am not the only one who gets those "Can I just die now?" thoughts. Not like I would ever end it, I have a loving fiancé and...
Hello all! I am back, I know it's been several weeks (maybe longer, I honestly cannot remember) since I've posted anything. If you want to skip my lengthy update, scroll down to my last paragraph...
That's good news. I'm hoping and praying that it is beneficial to me. I've had my panic attacks under control since yesterday but definitely still anxious, even socially... Which never happened to me...
Thank you SC, Researching and reading as much as I can is very therapeutic to me. That is one part of my OCD that I actually consider a blessing and a curse. It's nice to be fully informed but at the...
Thank you guys so much for your input. I truly appreciate it. After ceasing the Paxil, I find myself leveling out. Still needing Lorazepam as needed, which helps tons with the panic attacks/anxiety...
Thank you SC, I guess I might not be tolerating it very well. Which has me feeling very discouraged because Zoloft didn't work either. I just want to feel better. I have a 2 1/2 year old and fiancé...
My primary doesn't take calls on weekends. Urgent care by me closes at 4, which leaves me time but they don't do a whole lot of anything there (no IV, no oxygen, nothing) so I'm not sure they'd help...
Long story short, had major anxiety attack on Dec 19th. Felt awful for two days after, went to urgent care and was given Lorazepam (Ativan) which I took 1mg twice a day for maybe 2-3 days before...
Gotcha. I'm thinking about functionality in my case. I don't work but I have a 2 1/2 year old and even though I've been getting help with her, that help won't always be present. So as much as I hate...
Sarakt- My fiance's grandma has been on Paxil for years now and she swears by it. She had been on something before that but ended up switching, not quite sure why. She said she was so close to...
That is great to hear. Gives me some hope that things will get better. Optimism is what I really need right now. Can't wait to get started on the road to recovery....
Thank you for the info on Buspar. How would you rate your anxiety? Like on a scale of 1-10? I would describe mine as this nagging feeling in my gut that's always worse in the morning, makes me have...
Thank you for the information so far. I see my doctor on Thursday and have my consult with my therapist on Friday. She seems great, we talked on the phone for a bit and she tried to work it where I...
Thank you for your response. I know everybody is different, but what were your start up side effects with Lexapro and how long did it take for them to subside? How long have you been on it (if you...
Hello all. Since my first post, I have been taken off of the Zoloft as it caused severe insomnia plus other major unwanted side effects. I am now researching as much as I can to try and find a better...
What would be your recommendation? I just looked through the resources and not sure which link is right for me. I feel like I'm on speed right now. I think that's bad....
Yeah this sucks. I feel like death. Like the worst I've ever felt in my life. Didn't sleep a wink last night, tired but restless, shakey.. Vomiting.. Diarrhea. All sorts of fun. Is this even worth...
Only a little relief. They switched me to Macrobid which I hope is working. The Cipro did not agree with me. Thank you for the suggestion, I will look into it tomorrow. I ended up getting plain old...
Hello everyone, thank you for welcoming me with such kindness. This is all new to me, as I'd never had panic attacks before and no more anxiety than the occasional worry here and there. Coping with...
I'm new here. Here's my story - Had been feeling off for a few weeks (thought I was pregnant) then come the 19th of December, I ended up having a random panic attack (first ever). Spent the night in...