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I've been feeling like crap for over a month

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rennie1025
rennie1025

I've been feeling like crap for over a month or so. I've had palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, etc...  I've been to the ER numerous times and everything checks out fine. The doctors tell me it's heartburn, stress or panic attack. I went to a(n) cardiologist on my own to check on some "symptoms" I was having and after blood tests, EKG, ultrasound and stress test, everything came back normal. I felt better for a few weeks and then the symptoms came back. I went to a gastroentorologist because of some stomach issues I was having and after an endoscopy and colonoscopy, everything was normal. I still have the stomach issues, but that doesn't bother as much. I have high blood pressure which was just diagnosed a few months ago and my symptoms have been gradually getting worse. Everyday I have issues with breathing, palpitations and chest pain. Feels like I'm having a heart attack. I was never aware of this disorder until I started reading up on it and I have all the symptoms. All I do is constantly worry about my health and dying. I have a wife and 2 beautiful girls and all I do is think about my health all day instead of spending quality time with them. It is consuming everything I do. It is good to know that I am not alone and that I can share my frustrations with others that are going through the same thing. 

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  • Scorpio320
    Scorpio320 rennie1025

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    I have the same issues also been to ER numerous times and having major anxiety about my health. I recently gave up eating meat and dairy as well as stopped drinking. Once I did that I felt way better. I think there is a connection between alcohol and foods that cause the anxiety and palpitations. Lastnight I went out to eat and had a few tortilla chips and drank wine. Next day anxiety through the roof which could be attributed to grease from the chips and the alcohol. I think you should look into your diet and if you consume alcohol and give it all up to see if that helps.
    • rennie1025
      rennie1025 Scorpio320

      Posted

      That makes sense. I don't drink, but i don't eat well either. I drink lots of coffee, even though it's decaf.

    • jane75220
      jane75220 Scorpio320

      Posted

      Alcohol contains sulphites which can cause these side effects. Also you may be intolrant to corn, maize starch. This is used in a many medications as a cheap binder/filler.
    • rennie1025
      rennie1025 jane75220

      Posted

      I have an appointment later I'll make sure I bring these things up.

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