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 b...
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Hi everyone,
If you have read any of my posts before, you know that I have been struggling with major panic about my health. I have had so many tests which all came back normal, and I am go grateful for that, but I still feel that it is a physical condition and not anxiety/panic that is causing my symptoms. First I was worried about pain radiating from a spot by the top of my right ear which has ranged from stabbing to throbbing to burning. Now I have episodes where my right arm feels numb and tingly, and I feel trigger points between my neck and my right shoulder that almost feel like little knots. I saw an orthopaedic surgeon a few days ago who ruled out an orthopaedic problem and a pinched nerve in my neck, but yesterday the pain was terrible. It still bothered me even after I took Vicodin. I am sure that a lot of you have gone through a similar situation where you had symptoms that scared the hell out of you, went to see several doctors, had a bunch of tests and felt like no one was ever going to tell you what was wrong with you. I guess I am looking for some reassurance since I feel like I am going to go crazy from panic about my symptoms. I started medication for anxiety and depression today and am trying to be hopeful about that. Can anyone share a similar experience or give me some advice please? My next step is seeing a neurologist. Thanks for your help! Posted on 07/03/08, 04:07 pm |
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try to not pay so much attention to your body, also read up about the fight or flight response on the net which is the usual cause of many pains for anxiety sufferers 
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Hey girlie, well, you know with my doing Neurology I think that's a good idea. Odds are it's anxiety symptoms, but even still there is something a neurologist could do for that. I'm amazed at how many people with panic and anxiety see a neurologist. I had never thought of it myself. I still think you should find a doc who will let you try Lyrica. However, you never know how the new meds will work, could be the answer to your problem. xoxo
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ITS GOOD IDEA TO SEE A NEUROLOGIST HONEY i have seen one too helped a lot :O)) take it easy pleasexx
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