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Anxiety/Panick attacks or something else?

TeodorM•

6 years ago•39 Replies

Hello, my name is Theo I am 22y.o and i suffer as from doctors say panick attacks.

I suffer from

palpitations

sweating

shaking or trembling

feeling shortness of breath or smothering

sensation of choking

chest pains or tightness

nausea or gastrointestinal pain

dizziness, light-headedness, or feeling faint

feeling hot or cold

numbness or tingling sensations (paresthesia)

feeling detached from oneself or reality, known as depersonalization and derealization

fear of “going crazy” or losing control

fear of dying

Beeping in my ears

Dizzynes

Very high blood presssure (180/110) this when an "attack happens"

Back pain

And many other symptoms.

All those symptoms don't appear at the same time, let's say now i am dizzy and after 2 hours i have chest and hand pain.

My question is has anyone experienced the same situation and how did they solved it?

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6 years ago

I suffer some but not all. Ive done yoga and breathing exercises that have helped but wasn't consistent due to my work schedule and controlling my thoughts and mind. Exercising should help. I've been on meds in trying to get off and do it meds free. Distract your mind. Drink water and work out

TeodorM in reply to 6 years ago

Thank you for the advice Theo and the good words. You can do it with no meds, belive in you because you will receive your reward.

in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

Have you taken any medication for your symptoms?

TeodorM in reply to 6 years ago

Xanax, but i stopped because it made me a veggetable.

in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

Omg. I took xanax and it made me emotionless and just sleep non stop. I hated it. J'lon opine is the same.......

TChere in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

I listen to this Chris Hardwick set everytime my anxiety decides to pay a visit or when a panic attack hits. He talks about your exact symptoms!! Knowing you're not alone and having a little comedy thrown in helps me. It's not a cure, but it is a relief:

m.youtube.com/watch?v=SOK9B...

You are in control. Don't believe everything your mind thinks!

- Tiffany

TeodorM in reply to TChere6 years ago

Cheers for the advice mate

6 years ago

*klonopin

TeodorM in reply to 6 years ago

I also had Prozac but i took only 1 pill and ended up at the hospital.

in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

How come? I'm sorry to hear that

TeodorM in reply to 6 years ago

Alergic reaction.

cynthia0124 in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

Sorry to hear about the side-effect of Prozac. It is really hard when something like that happens. I had the same experience with a different anti-depressant. People have given you some good advice here. Do what feels right for you!

TeodorM in reply to cynthia01246 years ago

Cynthia, I am sorry that you had to go through the aame situation with those meds. I know that the advice that I have received will help me in my journey.

Gr81ness6 years ago

Hey TeodorM,

I experienced panic attacks several years ago. Pretty much all the same symptoms. Had them while still on meds, which was wild in itself. Had a change in meds and been good ever since. No one should be ashamed of having to take meds for a medical condition, mental or physical. The ability to self sustain is an illusion of the ego. People become too proud and want to be normal. There is no normal anymore. My advice is to seek the right combo of meds and therapy. With sincere effort, perhaps you will be med-free one day!

TeodorM in reply to Gr81ness6 years ago

Cheers for the good words Gr81ness.

I do have panic attacks but all those symptoms that I have mentioned are not only during a panic episode thats why I think I have something else.

Also, what meds have you used if you don't mind of asking.

Gr81ness in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

My guess is your muscles, etc are sore from the panic attacks. They are quite powerful and take a toll on the body. Do you recall anything that triggers these attacks? Right now, I'm on Rexulti, Zoloft and Luvox for OCD and depression. I also take a few supplements. Overall I feel good but need some hardcore OCD therapy.

TeodorM in reply to Gr81ness6 years ago

I don't see anything that started or it's causing at the moment those attacks but i think that thoughts and stress are the cause. How do you feel after taking those pills? Or how was at the beggining?

Gr81ness in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

Could be. I believe mine were caused by errant thoughts that tended to stick around. My dr did a chemical/blood rundown so we could eliminate the meds that wouldn't work. I just started the Luvox a few days ago but it takes 3-4 weeks to get the full effect. I haven't had any serious side effects just yet from any of them.

TeodorM in reply to Gr81ness6 years ago

The reason for asking how do you and did you feel is that those serotonin reuptake inhibitors have very bad side effects. Didn't know that there is a blood/chemical test to eliminate other meds that would not help. And also what side effects did you had?

Gr81ness6 years ago

Without that blood/chemical test, it's basically a gamble. If you note any dangerous side effects, stop them immediately. You'll know within the first day or two if they're agreeable to your system or not.

nikitar6 years ago

Medication is a bad idea. Medication only mask the problem for a bit but then it chases you and you need to upgrade meds etc etc. you need to get to the root of your problem a d fix it, little by little. Be compassionate to yourself, exercise, eat healthy, avoid alcohol, caffeine, refined sugar products. Try to it as natural as it's possible and remember one way or another we all have a battle we struggle with. For us is anxiety, some others are fighting cancer or family members with addictions. God bless you all. Be well.

TeodorM in reply to nikitar6 years ago

Thank you so much Nikitar for those beautiful words. I am eating healthy, I don't smoke, drink coffe or alchool. And I hope I will find my cause and finish this strong.

JoseLuis256 years ago

Hey bro... that sounds like 80% of every one of us in this support group. The lucky part is that your not alone. We are here for each other. I know many of those symptoms are very scary and if you want to talk we are all here to listen abbr understand you. There is a video that someone posted that might help you. I'll try too find it and repost. You are not alone.

TeodorM in reply to JoseLuis256 years ago

Thank you for those words Jose, right now I am not feeling well, i saw blood in my number 2 and i have huge pain in right/left side. I am starting to think that the doctora were wrong and I have Crohn condition or bowel cancer. It's very hard to think that you are fine if you know the symptoms of a condition/disease. I started med school and quit, that is why I hate myself because I know symptoms of almost each condition..

JoseLuis256 years ago

youtu.be/zEYlYNmvT-A

JoseLuis256 years ago

hope this helps.

JoseLuis256 years ago

I think your paying to much attention and being hypersensitive to every single thing your body is doing. I did that for a while and its not a good feeling. Understand that your body will always be doing something and you are becoming way too aware of every single thing it's doing. I know its easier said than done but try to focus on the people around you instead of listening internally. A support group is also a good way of getting help with coping with everything. The bad part is that after a while even the people around you are no longer concerned because you've done this soo many times before. I know that sucks too. Stay strong bro.

TeodorM in reply to JoseLuis256 years ago

Thank you for those words that are raising my strength, much appreciate it.

Lostjoy in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

I wouldn't freak out too much about blood in the stool. I had that a few years back along with the stomach pain and constant diarrhea. I freaked out and went to the hospital. Sent to a GI dr. after that who did a colonoscopy which led to an ulcerative colitis diagnosis. Was on meds for awhile, stopped dairy, and all roughage foods. That was almost 4 years ago, and I've had no more problems. Now I have that ulcerative colitis in my medical history which I think was a mis diagnosis. I really think I am just lactose intolerant. I went to get a life insurance policy, and ended up with a crazy premium because of the diagnosis. Also now medical insurance is hard to find for me. They want me to sign a waiver that I'm ok with them not covering any type of stomach or colon issues. Luckily I'm not having any issues at all.

Try changing a few things around in your diet. Also alcohol causes my stomach to be upset.

TeodorM in reply to Lostjoy6 years ago

I don't have diarrhea the way that it looks/ colour looks normal just saw a small blood line on it. But I am affraid about the pain, a pain at this intensity and all those sensations are making me question myself, am I having only Anxiety/panic attacks or there is something else. Can I ask was the stool black or did you saw fresh red blood on it?

Lostjoy in reply to TeodorM6 years ago

Mine wasn't black, but I had lots of blood. I think that is what scared me the most.

rimrockjackson12 in reply to Lostjoy6 years ago

You need to go to your nearest ER if you can get there! Otherwise call 911! If you have "a lot" of blood then you may have a very serious health issue.

TeodorM in reply to rimrockjackson126 years ago

I don't think it is necessary because a small line of blood can be caused by multiple issues. I am wainting to see what is going on.

TeodorM in reply to Lostjoy6 years ago

I think in my case is caused by indigestion/constipation.

Sandia6 years ago

I have had a majority of symptoms that you describe throughout the years. Sometimes it's better and sometimes it's worse, but I would say the things I have done and seems to have helped me are therapy, medication, meditation, and not putting too many things on my plate. I also try and do yoga or some sort of physical activity even if it's just taking a walk, and I also watch what I eat and try to eat as healthy as I can but it's still a work in progress. I would definitely try some of the things I did and see what may work for you. Good luck in your journey

TeodorM in reply to Sandia6 years ago

Thank you Sandia, I also started the same Journey as you.

Into-the-wild5 years ago

I have felt that easy since November of last year my anxiety really kicked into overdrive. I've had all those symptoms. It started with heachaces then chest pains then gastrointestinal issues I've had one full on panic attack where my whole body would stop shaking I made my boyfriend drive me around the hospital until the xanax kicked in. The past two days I've been in panic attack mode if you find anything that helps please let me know. I just got off the lexapro I don't think the medicine will help if you don't go to the root of the problem.

KittyBooBoo5 years ago

I suffer from random panic attacks and triggered panic attacks, the symptoms vary each time. I have to lay down, remind myself to relax and breathe, that it will pass. I have emergency anxiety attack meds, but I’ve never used them and I haven’t taken any prescription pills that weren’t antibiotics in years. Though I like CBD oils and candy instead, I find those are better than smoking marijuana or eating edibles, as those cause my heart rate to skyrocket and my panic attacks worsen. We each have to find what works for ourselves, what may work for one may not work for another.

chrisg435 years ago

dear Theo, I have the same symptoms when I have a panic attack. first time it happened I thought I was having s heart attack and dying. I couldnt breathe, my throat felt like it was closing, numbness in hands and that aweful derealization. it's terrifying. I don't wish it on anyone. I know now I'm gonna have one when my left hand goes numb but the difference now I know exactly what's happening and I don't feed into by panicking more. I close my eyes, breathe, read a book or play on my phone till it passes. it does get better with time. I think it helps though knowing your not alone. it happens to alot of people. unfortunately my children have gad too. same symptoms my 21 yr old can deal with it. he just tries to keep busy so he can't think about it. my 16yr old daughter is just starting to be able to deal with it. last time I had a major panic attack i just keep thinking it was gonna happen again so freaked out i went to our local mental health walk in center i asked is there anything I can take to call me down. they told me they couldnt prescribe meds there but that I could take over the counter benedryl. 5mg up to 5x a day as needed. apparently it used to be prescribed before xanax. I thought wow i always have this in my house. I went home took it felt so relax within an hour. I highly recommend it. good luck to you and think positive thoughts this will get better soon.