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Tina J.
Aug 28, 05 - 10:38 PM |
symptoms
I would appreciate if anyone would be willing to share some of their experiences/symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, etc., with me. One of my problems is that I have trouble believing that all of my symptoms are really from anxiety, etc. I just thought maybe if I could hear some others experiences maybe that would help me. Thanks. |
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ron
Aug 29th, 2005 - 10:03 AM |
Re: symptoms
hey tina hey i understand how u feel i think my panic is from a sickness but i beleive its a spirtual matter but physicaly i suffer from rapid heartbeats negative thoughts fear of dying,or embarrassing myself in front of others or being close in but when i fell like that i pray check out pslms 121 that is very encouraging |
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Tina J.
Aug 30th, 2005 - 10:27 PM |
Re: symptoms
Ron, I have the neg. thoughts, rapid heartbeat, fear of dying, too. But one of the worse symptoms I have is trouble breathing. That one really scares me. I do pray and read the Bible, but it just feels sometimes like God doesn't want to help me for some reason. But that is just some more neg. thoughts, I guess. I know that God really has helped me because I do not have the bad panic attacks anymore, But I still have all of these symptoms and can't feel joy or happiness. My son is also going through it, too, which adds to my stress. When you pray, pray for both of us. Thanks, Tina J. |
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Marissa
Jun 9th, 2006 - 12:03 PM |
Re: symptoms
Negative thoughts, fear of dying, can't breathe, pounding heart, something stuck in my throat, tickle in chest, hot flashes, numbness and loss of feeling (especialy in left arm...as if i wasn't scared enough) stomach probs, u name it, i probably got it!! I always feel like it is a sickness because I started getting this a couple of months ago when I caught viral pneumonia...in fact my doctors say this panick/anxiety thing might go away when i get over this virus. It has been two months and I still have side effects from the virus, but I know I have panic probs because I have every symptom of anxiety disorder. Hopefully my doc will believe me when i go back in two weeks...he thinks it is panic/anxiety but it will get better when i do. Well Im better, and panic is better, but not gone...I'm a serious college athlete and i gotta get rid of this, i need to practice! |
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Judy
Jul 26th, 2006 - 6:10 AM |
Re: symptoms
You are not alone. I am glad to see some postings. We are not alone. I get a rapid heartbeat, heart palpitations, weak legs especially after I've had the shakes,tingling, dizziness, hot flashes, lump in the throat, a tennis elbow feel in my left arm ( that really freaks me out). I, too, share the same fears. I like to think of this bible verse, I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from ALL my fears. Psalm 34:4 |
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Becky
Aug 1st, 2006 - 9:36 PM |
Re: symptoms
Hi, I didn't hear anyone mention meds. I am an absolute believer in the power of prayer and in spiritual healing. I also know that many fears and anxieties come directly from our own mis-conceptions, guilts, and other life issues. But, if you are having serious physical symptoms, then getting medical support is very important. God uses doctors and medicines to heal, also. Meds can give you a breather long enough to get some strength back for the fight! And Meds can show you what you are fighting for. In the sense that once you know how NOT being anxious feels you have a better chance of learning to keep that calmness in place without meds. I have just about every one of the symptoms mentioned. I also have a number of health conditions. It is a real pain figuring out when to worry and when not!! It has been absolutely necessary for me to push my doctors to rule out all other causes for symptoms. I do have a heart condition - usually my palpatations are not related to it, but the WRONG meds for anxiety can worsen it. I'm also Bi-Polar and I have Fibromyalgia. I am sensitive to meds and there are not many I can take without causing worse problems. However, I am currently doing as well as can be expected using relatively safe meds with minimal problems. Meds can be scary - and if you can live successfully without them, exercising your faith and disciplining your life, then for sure leave them alone. But don't suffer needlessly. God doesn't want that. NOTE: Gastric Reflux causes palpatations, pain in the chest/neck/shoulder, difficult breathing and a number of other things that can feel like an impending heart attack. It is very common and can be treated with over-the-counter acid reducers. It can become a severe problem on it's own and you should have your doctor double check. But, something as simple as watching what/when/how much you eat could completely resolve the chest discomfort problems. As to the spiritual ways to defeat anxiety, subscribe to Lori's Newsletter and study the Free From Panic Program lessons. She knows what she is talking about and God is using her. It takes time, but you CAN learn to manage the stresses in your life spiritually and lessen or end the panic attacks. Love from Becky (I've studied most all Lori's Lessons more than once) |
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Tina
Aug 3rd, 2006 - 9:34 PM |
Re: symptoms
I have a fear of meds because of some bad experiences with them. I am very, very sensitive to them. I also do not have insurance so it is financially impossible for me to go and get a lot of tests right now. I wish I could, but I just can't. I feel stuck every way I turn, so to speak, and it is an awful feeling. |
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Judy
Aug 4th, 2006 - 8:25 AM |
Re: symptoms
I have been to the doctor's office twice for panic. The first time I refused meds because I am the type who will avoid taking it. I figured I could whip this on my own. The second time I went I was desperate for relief (depsite my belief of avoiding meds as humanly possible) because the panic was so bad at the time. I had samples given to me by the doc and I took them for three days. I stopped immediately after because it was causing me more stress and worry just thinking about the possible side effects that this medication could cause. I decided on more natural things to help with the depression and anxiety. I take Greens+ omega 3 (fish oil), liquid B vitamin called B-Plex, and I bought this spray which is suppose to relieve anxiety build-up but I think its hokey. I also drink camomile tea or warm milk. I just couldn't bring myself to do it, to take pharmaceutical drugs, but that's me. I had christian friends encouraging me to take it and other's who discouraged it. In the end I did what I felt was right and I don't regret it in the least. I know the Lord will help me in His good time. But I will not look down upon anyone of you who do decide for meds. It could be what you really need but just make sure you feel comfortable doing it. 
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Lori
Aug 4th, 2006 - 8:06 PM |
Re: symptoms
 Hi Everyone,I thought I'd weight in on a few points. Meds, to med or not to med,that is the question. You need to answer that question yourself with the help of a doctor and a support group, family. For me, I was so so deeply depressed that I needed something that would balance out my mind. From the drugs my receptors of what feels good was way out of wack. The meds, I used prozac for a month along with one mg of Klonopin. Prozac for the depresssion, Klonopin for the panic. I have to be honest. The Kolonopin really almost go rid of my attacks. Now I was using 4 or 5 mg a day. That's a high dose. But I did it to like get my head above the water!!smiles. I was switched to Zoloft. And after almost a year I was able to taper off. I use klonopin only when it's really necessary. Ok enough of my sad tale.kidding. Be Blessed, Lori   
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Michele
Sep 12th, 2006 - 1:51 PM |
Re: symptoms
I just want to thank the Lord now that I came across this website. After reading this and hearing the symptoms of all of you, I dont feel alone anymore. I thought maybe I was going crazy. This such a hard thing to deal with alone and Im blessed that I have found this site. God Bless you Lori that the Lord has sent you to make this site and help other.  Every symptom I have read about on hear I deal with. Michele |
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Tina
Sep 15th, 2006 - 6:16 AM |
Re: symptoms
Hi Michele, Sorry you are feeling bad. It gets so frustrating and scarey sometimes I know. I am glad you found this sight, too. I think it helps to relate to other people and know you are not alone in your struggle. Some way it helps me knowing that others have the same symptoms as me. I guess because you realize that it must be anxiety/depression/panic and that you are not going crazy after all.  Take care.Love and prayers, Tina |
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Nathan
Oct 5th, 2006 - 8:45 AM |
Re: symptoms
I feel like i'm reading about myself here in this forum. I suffer from all those symptoms and one that hasn't been mentioned, but it's called depersonalization (feeling that you're in a dream state, that things around you don't exist, that you're in a bubble, for lack of a better word) I am seeing a christian counselor, she has helped me in breathing techniques. As far as meds go, i take xanax .25 mg three times daily as needed. I was just lowered to that mg from .5. I usually take maybe two a day, but the depression caused from this is pretty bad. I am going to the doc today for some meds (antidepressants) but not sure what she will give me. I've tried three already, hopefully this one will work with less side affects. Take care guys and God bless.
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Tina
Oct 12th, 2006 - 6:55 AM |
Re: symptoms
Hello Nathan, I, too, have the depersonalization and derealization. I know how you feel, it is awful. It is enough to make a person panic but I try to keep in mind that it is part of this anxiety disorder. That is hard to do sometimes. I was also given xanax, but I have a med phobia so that is not helping me any. I have taken various antidepressants in the past, some with bad side affects. Some were not so bad but they did not seem to help. I hope you find the right one for you. Keep us posted. I will be praying for you. Take care, Tina |
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james hood
Oct 13th, 2006 - 7:58 PM |
Re: symptoms
hi my name is james i have been fighting panic attacks for years i have done the meds all of it im just sick and tired of this i dont know what to do any moore i have lost my wife of 17 years to this i do have my kids and its the onely thing keeping me going if any body has anything to help me i would love to here from you im at my ropes end literly thank you........ |
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Tina
Nov 6th, 2006 - 5:34 AM |
Re: symptoms
James, Hi. My name is Tina. I also have had this disorder for yrs. although I have not had a panic attack for a long, long time, thank God!! My marriage also dissolved but later we did get back together. All I can do is point you to God. I don't know if you are a believer or not, but if you are not I advise you to turn your life over to the Lord and He will help you. I could not have made it without him. Really!! He has brought me through all of these yrs. You still have your children, that is great!! I have a friend that is dying. She is in a nursing home right now. She has no husband, no children to comfort her. I think that is so sad. We have been blessed with children. We have a lot to be thankful for even if we can't see that sometimes. I know things look so bad sometimes but please try to trust in the Lord!! He has the answers to everything. I hope I have said something to give you some hope. I will be praying for you!!! I am here if you want to talk. Take care, Tina. |
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