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[Frankie74]

Hi my name is Gary

[Frankie74]

Hi been having pains in chest left arm hands been in hospital over the years numerous times had every test u can think of to check my heart but been fine like over a year Do have acid reflux gerd. So yesterday was out got attack. Started feeling dizzy. Pain in chest left arm hand blurryness felt like I wanted to pass out hands got sweaty. Went to bathroom put water on my face felt little better. Today. Bad headache. Dizziness. Left arm hand. Feel like I am getting worse

[Stay_strong85 in reply to Frankie74]

Me too Gary, I know the feeling. We are healthy people suffering from anxiety. Its mostly affects my left side also. It's a matter of staying calm and helping your mind calm down instead of constricting...I go through it often and it is awful. But we will beat it. My panoc attacks cause me entire hands and arms to constrict and I am sure our bodies get tired, so it may be remnants of that. We will never truly know. Put your trust in God and practice self love. 😚😊😊😊🙄

[Frankie74 in reply to Stay_strong85]

Yes but what happen yesterday when it hit me I got dizzy blurryness sweaty felt like I was gonna pass out. Muscle aches chest.

[Stay_strong85 in reply to Frankie74]

I am suffering badly today myself, I am sorry I don't have the answers but we will pull through.

[Goldfish_ in reply to Frankie74]

This sort of thing is a really common post on here. Actions are working on anxiety. Mindfullness, cbt, distractions, exercise. But keep clear of google and more hospital tests which only serve to reinforce things

[kama24 in reply to Frankie74]

I truly feel for you.....I can relate...I am dealing with severe palpitations, left arm pain, panic, anxiety. Fear can do terrible things to our minds and bodies. I am waiting to see a cardiologist again, but even fear that, because "what if" he finds something serious, "what if" the stress test brings on a heart attack, "what if" I die here alone at home. I am on anxiety meds, and attend CBT classes but since going off a med of 18 yrs (Paxil) ...last autumn 2015 I have been a mess. If only there was some way of assuring people like us....it feels so hopeless at times.

[Agora1]

Hi Frankie74, First of all, Welcome to the Anxiety Forum. There are others who like yourself suffer from a variety of symptoms that may mask themselves as being a serious medical condition. However, since we aren't doctors, it would be best to set up an appointment with your GP just to review what has been going on within the last 2 days. If your doctor feels it is anxiety that has taken over once again then we are all here to support your concerns. My best to you Gary. Take care.

[Frankie74 in reply to Agora1]

I no u aren't doctors here just asking if other people experience same thing I did I do see my doctor also s therapist and they said anxiety could be the cause. Been in hospital numerous times ruled out not my heart so love talking with others see how they cope with it

[Agora1 in reply to Frankie74]

Sorry Frankie74, we are told to say that by the forum in order to protect all of us as well as keep us safe. You are more than welcome to ask questions and share your thoughts as I'm sure you will get tons of thoughts and advice. Sharing personal stories is sometimes cathartic in helping us feel better. I wish you well.

[Frankie74 in reply to Agora1]

Agora who are u on here may I ask

[Agora1 in reply to Frankie74]

Frankie74, I'm just another person who has gone through severe anxiety as well as agoraphobia for years. I just spent the last 6 years staying in the house and afraid of everything. I have recently gotten better enough to go out again as well as having the anxiety under control. From meds, to therapy, to finally acceptance of the disorder has gotten me where I am at today.

I'd be more than happy to share my experiences of finding my way again. My best to you.

[Frankie74 in reply to Agora1]

Thanks I been seeing a therapist and the other doctor who gives medication but he didn't think I needed medication but at times I feel very stressed and panic attacks hit me. I use to go to the hospital like every week but I been away from the hospital in over a year. But when I get these attacks. I feel like I am gonna die. It's bad. I stay to my self alot cause I don't wanna get these attacks specially when in public place. Past couple days bad pains in left arm hand Chest headache. But seem when I calm down it get little better To me it comes and goes. Very stressful.

[Agora1 in reply to Frankie74]

You are not alone Frankie74 with the symptoms you are having. I'm glad you are seeing a therapist and are on medication right now. Your doctor is right in that you may not need any meds because that is not going to be the answer. That's just to break the circle of fear while you are getting therapy. I had years of therapy and was also on medication. I got to the point 4 years ago that I no longer wanted to be on meds. I was weaned off the drugs slowly and now it's been 2 years off any medication and I feel great. Clear headed, no longer feeling panicky, no more anxiety attacks. It took time to get to that point but it can happen . I too stayed to myself because I didn't want to embarrass myself should I get an attack in public. See, just like you. Chest pains, headaches, dizzy, the list went on and on. Hopefully the therapy will help you to accept the anxiety, not to fight it. The more you do, the worse the panic gets. Each one of us has our own way of dealing with fear, when you find what works for you, go for it.

I'm glad you are in the forum. There are a lot of good people on this site who will help you and support you. Just remember to keep an open mind on what we tell you. What works for us may not for you. You will make it one day when the time is right. Good Luck Gary.

[Frankie74 in reply to Agora1]

Thanks too all. Who responded to me today October 31 Halloween feel a little better cause I am trying to be calm be nice with people and so I don't get any attacks I want feel good today and have good day hope all are doing good. God bless

[Stay_strong85 in reply to Frankie74]

My anxiety causes me severely scary symptoms and I end up healthy in the end of an ER or doctor visit.

[Frankie74 in reply to Frankie74]

I no that I not little kid any more I awRe of what people tell me But chatting with other people with similar or same episodes like me it's good to stick together