Anxiety and Me

[mam10583]

Hi Everyone. I was recently diagnosed with PVCs. The doctor told me it's due to anxiety. All heart tests are okay. I was prescribed Xanax but I am too afraid to take it. Anxiety makes everything scary. I have been crying a lot, very bad days. Heart starts, then the lightheadedness. I can't even stand in the shower. This is really awful.

[Moaninminnie]

God I thought only I felt like this is the shower?? I also feel like it takes my breath, 😢😢

[mam10583 in reply to Moaninminnie]

I've been taking baths because I can't even stand up in the shower. I'm sorry you're going through it also. 😕

[Hidden in reply to Moaninminnie]

Me too it's such a relief. Although I don't want others to suffer I don't feel as alone with it

[Vbee]

Take a xanax. It's not scary. Have it with a friend or relative to feel "safe". It will give you sone peaceful hours. You won't notice you've had it but you will look back later and wonder where all the monkey chatter in your brain went.

[mam10583 in reply to Vbee]

Thank you Vbee. I will try it today when I am not alone.

[Hidden in reply to Vbee]

What is xanax and what does it do V bee ? Is it a American medication? I have. NEver heard of it in U.K.

[Bluswife]

I was the same way . I am scared of acid reflux meds But in the beginning of my episode in Dec I was so bad crying panic attacks and anxiety attacks and then crying all day for no reason or here but not here . Feelings But xanax helped me thru the first three weeks . Where I was the worst I was so bad I couldn't get out of bed couldn't function. And ever time I would get up I would have a panic attack. And my family Dr would not give me anything. But antidepressant I happen to have a sever panic attack. One day while in town so I went to a urgent care and the Dr there was great and gave them to me and said I should come back to primary care . And I did and the Dr there has been great . When I was really bad he told me to come see him ever day if I needed or his nurse and it really helped but he said the xanax is what I needed and tired a few antidepressant that dis not help or work with me But the xanax I still use if I need them it's not an ever day thing now maybe not even a ever week thing but if I need it it's there

[mam10583 in reply to Bluswife]

I'm happy the Xanax is helping you. This anxiety can be debilitating and exhausting. I know once I pop one Xanax, I will get over that fear. It's crazy how the mind makes up these horrible scenarios. In my mind, I will take the Xanax and have this horrible reaction. Ugh!!

[Bluswife in reply to mam10583]

So don't take the whole thing I disentangle what mg is yours mine was or is 0.5 that's low like kids get the same amount but my first time I took it I took a whole one I was right in the middle of a panic attack and my dad said take be for I could talk my self out I took it went to sleep got up and was like ok but I had anxiety bout taking it when I felt it come on So I took a whole one broke it in half and took that half and broke it I took the half of a half and if I needed more I would take the other half that way it was enough to calm me I was in control of how much

[mam10583 in reply to Bluswife]

Mine is .25 mg but I am super sensitive to medication. This is why I'm so afraid. I can definitely take half once I get the courage. I'm being so silly.

[Agora1 in reply to mam10583]

Hi mam10583, You are not being silly. I too was prescribed 0.25mg of Xanax but choose to take 1/2 that tablet which worked for me fine. The first few times I took it, I did by writing down the time and the dose and letting someone know I had just taken it. It gave me the reassurance I needed and it did work in quieting the heart and the mind. Consequently my body became relaxed as well. Let us know how you do on it.

[Bluswife in reply to Agora1]

Your right I did the same and with anxiety or at least mine I freak out no matter if I have taken or not if there's been some space in between me taken it So I know where u r coming from

[mam10583 in reply to Agora1]

Thank you so much. I will try half (soon) and keep you posted. Just have to take the pill already. Have a great day 🙂

[Hidden in reply to mam10583]

Your not silly mam10583. Plz don't beat yourself up. It's only. Atural to feel scared of pill effects. Just tell urself it can't be worse than how ur feeling and take it a tiny bit at a time. Say about every twenty minutes. I do that with all new pills sending u caring hug and wishes x

[mam10583 in reply to Bluswife]

Great idea bluswife. Taking little by little doesn't sound so scary. 😊

[Hidden in reply to mam10583]

I am beginning to wish we had them here. They sound good. I take MST (opiates) for various illnesses and I know it makes my panicky attack worse. I would love to have a go too pill that worked quickly. Because I'm almost paralyzed with fear and if I get the feelin sick with it, I feel like dying. It's so awful

[Agora1 in reply to Hidden]

fragile58, In the UK Xanax is know as Alprazalam (an antianxiety medication) by prescription only. It is a good medication for a short time along with therapy. It is highly addictive if taken in high doses and for a long period. It is not an answer only a respite from exaggerated fears and panic attacks.

[Bluswife in reply to Agora1]

Well in the USA it's got the same name . But it'd used for a lot of different things . Anxiety or panic attacks being one . And the only reason the Dr gave me those is because I can't take antidepressant or mood stabilizer s I have a high tolerance for pain and dealing with things and a low tolerance for meds the xanax dosent last all day or make u loopy all day it dos it's job then wears off and I was on it for three weeks straight but stopped them when I thought I was ok and only take them if I have to have them

[Bluswife in reply to Hidden]

Where r u

[mam10583 in reply to Bluswife]

New York. You?

[Bluswife in reply to mam10583]

Georgia

[Hidden]

Hello mam10583. I understand what u mean when u say u can't even stand in the shower. I thought it was only me. My anxiety is so bad the moment I wake up. And lately I have had to manage with body washes in the sink with flannels as standing in the shower terrifies me. I feel like I just want to sit. Wet still with arms wrapped around me. I have suffered with anxiety on and off most of my life. I am now 58. And I wonder if I'll ever be at peace in my head. I have many health problems that can give u anxiety like thyroid and Fybro. Do you have any other illnesses ? Also what meds do u take. If I may ask , I live in the U.K. And sometimes feel that the meds can. Ikick back on us after a few years of takin them. I'm so sorry to hear ur suffering too. Maybe we can swap ideas sometimes to help. I am hoping u have better days Take care.

[mam10583 in reply to Hidden]

Hi fragile58. I am so sorry that you are going through this too. Yesterday, I finally was able to take a shower. I felt lightheaded but I kept talking to myself and got through it. I know that it's all in my head but it's absolutely terrifying sometimes. I went out to eat last night with the family and there was a moment when I felt all tingly and detached but I ignored it and it passed. I wanted to run but I forced myself to stay. I was waiting for the panic to set in and luckily it didn't. This time. Just keep pushing through it all. You can do it. We all can. We just all have to fight to get through our days and some will be better than others. I currently do not take any medication but I am going back and forth whether to take the Xanax. It's good to hear that people here have taken it and had positive experiences. The only health issue I currently have are the PVCs which have caused my anxiety to skyrocket. I am here to chat whenever you need. And I hope that you feel good today. I know it's a struggle but we can do this. Hugs 🤗

[Bluswife in reply to mam10583]

If u r like me and I stated earlier that I am scared to take anything . I mean anything afraid I'll have a reaction to it . So I took it during a bad panic attack woke and was sacred to take it the next when I felt one comeing on so I took and broke it in half and started with half of a half then moved up to a half as needed the Dr said I could take two whole ones a day but I only ever made it to 1 and a half all day a lil here and a lil there when needed and I made sure all my kids new that I was taking New meds and if I assent acting right to call 911 @ my husband and dad new

[Mlitt0818]

I've had PVC's for years, and they are definitely related to acid reflux. Something about irritating the vagus nerve. I've been on Nexium for years, as it's the only remedy for me, when the PVCs act up. I'm not afraid of taking it, as my kidneys have been checked and are fine. Don't know how real all the recent hype is, but I'm sure attorneys are greatly benefitting again. Not saying there might be problems taking it for some people. I just believe the worries are overblown.