EKG, blood work and chest xray enough to rule out heart attack?

[kelsleigh]

Hey... I have been having some doubts when it comes to the normal results of my EKGs, blood work and chest xrays. Ive had 2 EKGs, 4 blood tests on my heart, all the regualar blood work, thyroid etc and a chest xray. All came back normal (3rd time at the hospital in under 2 months) so different times of testing. First EKG I had was the duration of my visit at ER 9 hours. All 4 docs who examined me and discharged me each time said anxiety (which i was diagnosed with 3 years ago. GAD)

I am still having all symptoms of a heart attack / heart disease.

Fast heart rate

chest pain

some weird jaw pain

left arm pain (all the time)

shortness of breath

headaches and more...

I know my anxiety and panic disorder can cause all of this but I am worried I am having symptoms of a slow onsey heart attack and I cant believe the doctors when they tell me its just anxiety because my symptoms last all the time. literally and once i feel a ache in my body i start to panic

are all these normal test results enough ... i dont have a family doctor so i have to go to emegerncy when i cant handle the pain / or panic is too much aka i believe its a heart attack. and now theyre starting to think im a psycho... advice? xx

[DeeM3]

I do this all of the time. I get trigger points in my left shoulder blade which radiate. When I get anxious they tense and I think it's the big one slowly coming. This has been happening for about 6 months. I've had all of the tests you had. Then I have a night like tonight where I dance with no pain. Pretty sure if my heart was the issue that would have done me in. Anxiety sure is tricky!

[blackcat64013]

Hi Kelsleigh

If you were to look at your medical records the term psychosomatic is probably written there to describe the outcome of your visits.

Psychosomatic means mind (psyche) and body (soma). The term isused when mental factors cause physical symptoms but where there is no physical disease.

It is important to seek professional help in order to get the right treatment for your anxiety.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps you focus on thoughts and behaviors that you may be experiencing during an anxiety attack. A therapist will help you work through irrational beliefs that may be controlling your life, teach you coping mechanisms and relaxation techniques that help reduce anxiety and help you feel normal again.

Over time, CBT and prescribed anti-anxiety medication will help curb your anxiety symptoms.

Please find yourself a doctor to manage your treatment plan as the benefits are definitely worth having e.g. knowing your history and continuity of care and trusting relationship.

[Stumblety]

Yes it is!