I get anxiety and panic attacks for no reason, tonight I am worse as I have a cold and feel my breathing is laboured. Help

[Cazbaz01903]

Had a puff of ventolin seems to have helped, and put a steam machine on in bedroom. Fed up with my panic, married 4 kids, own home, good job what's wrong with me?

[Kimmieblue]

Hi, I'm so sorry you're feeling poorly with panic and anxiety, it's really not your fault and although you seem to have everything wonderful in your life it doesn't mean you'd be immune to anxiety.

I have suffered with anxiety and depression for years and I have good days and bad days, I always felt guilty because like you I have a loving family and a good job, unfortunately this awful thing can affect anyone, please don't feel guilty, allow some time for yourself on a regular basis, do some deep breathing, always remember you are a good person and you can beat this very debilitating condition. All the very best, sending you strong vibes and big hugs x.

[initial]

I have a lung condition, so can understand the anxiety associated with your breathlessness. The more your breathlessness continues, the more your anxiety levels increase - it's a vicious circle.

Have you talked about this with your doctor? Perhaps you need not just a reliever inhaler, but a preventer too, if your breathing is an on-going problem. Also, speak to your doctor about your anxiety, please.

As Kimmieblue says, no one is immune to this, no matter how well everything seems to be going on in their life.

Positive thoughts and vibes heading your way ((((((Cazbaz01903))))))

Love & Hugs x

[Cazbaz01903 in reply to initial]

Am going back to the doctor Thursday, will see what they suggest x thank you

[initial in reply to Cazbaz01903]

Oh, do let us know how you get on Cazbaz01903. I'll be thinking of you on Thursday

Love & Hugs x

[Cazbaz01903 in reply to initial]

Hi, doctor sending me for pulmonary function tests or something like that at Fremantle hospital x thanks for your kind thoughts

[Hidden]

Ditto on that one,I have asthma as well as anxiety,having trouble at the mo,though don't know y,iv been dead weepy these last few dys too,at the mo I. Constantly taking my bp and satsallthe time,I wish with all my heart I could b well

[Cazbaz01903 in reply to Hidden]

Sorry you have been poorly. My councillor said my anxiety stems back to when I was a child. My mum didn't seem to care about me, dont remember her cuddling me, or kissing me, or telling me she loved me. I was looked after by my grandad while both parents worked. Have fond memories of my dad tho! Always had time for me, used to go out Sundays either fishing or going to the beach. I've been a bit weepy too but I put mine down to my bro dying last year, my other brother having cancer, and my daughter leaving home, oh and starting new job. Then I'm 50 and peri menopausal lol x wish I had good advice for you but am struggling myself

[Hidden in reply to Cazbaz01903]

My mum wasn't the kissing hugging type either,my dad was though,I'm an only child ,been married twice,but lost my lovely 2nd hubby 8yrs ago and my son 4yrs ago,my anxiety started 2yrs ago,with panic attacks ,I have found good friendson here ,like why why,iv been to the walk in centre today I feel that bad ,with my tummy trouble and asthma ,both seemto be linked as I have a hiatus hernia and reflux,nurse said theres a very nasty tummy bug going round at the mo,trust me to get it,I'm so sorry to hear about r brother,how old was he?my son was 41. I miss him terribly,we can come on here and find some comfort cat we?in the wee small hrs when we can't sleep or upset etc,I allways do xxx hugs xxxx