Panic Attacks Support Group

A panic attack is a period of intense fear or discomfort, typically with an abrupt onset and usually lasting no more than thirty minutes. Symptoms include trembling, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, sweating, nausea, dizziness, hyperventilation, and sensations of choking or smothering. Panic attacks can be very sudden, appear to be unprovoked, and are often...

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I’m so scared !!!

rina-123
rina-123

hi all! At this point I just need to share my story with people who can relate! I was a perfectly heathy person until my doctor prescribed me medrol pack for 6 days. I’ve gone thru horrible side effects and severe panic attacks. Two months later I still feel anxious and don’t sleep well. Have panic attacks at nights, and constant head pressure. My neurologist prescribed me amytdipltiline, my endocrinologist doesn’t know why my cortisol is high and sugar is low. This unknown state adds more stress. I can’t concentrate , I’m avoiding any social events , I feel like me is not me anymore. I’m so tired and lonely. I feel bad for my husband , becuse I turned from positive person to something I don’t recognize anymore. Will it ever stop? What is your best tips and tricks dealing with this ? I’m so scared for my future . Thank you! I will appreciate Ane feedback !!!

Ashleystrange106
Ashleystrange106
Hey, take a deep breath, hold it, let it out. hold it. repeat. I've had anxiety and panic attacks since I was 11 years old. That's 15 years of experience. I know how terrifying it can be. I know it's hard to control yourself or even think straight when you feel like that. You are so sure you're going to die or that you're in danger that you make it sooo much worse. I just went through a straight week with them constantly and I'm still here and I'm calm. In all my years of experience, I found that a combination of medication, therapy and self-work help immeasurably. The only reason I've been having panic at all is that I tried to get off my medicine. I can tell you if there is one thing that helps more than anything it's being patient and understanding with yourself. I recommend Dr. David Carbonell. Check out: https://www.anxietycoach.com/anxietydisorders.html
Before I even read his book or found his youtube, his website alone helped the anxiety. It helps you reason when you can't reason.
I wish you luck. <3