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Hi all...
I've been experiencing really bad anxiety/panic attacks recently.
I've never ever had it this bad before. It's mainly social anxiety, i.e...inability to go into most shops - especially big ones!
Anything can trigger it. Which is a nuisance. Anyone else have this problem?. I've been like this for 6 weeks now. Hate it.
I don't feel too bad outdoors in open spaces, like parks and near water.
My question is: does anyone else suffer with this where it affects their daily living? If so, could you share your symptoms and issues.
Also, does anyone take any medication for it and how it helps them and makes them feel..
Thank you so much!
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lydia2311 dora_39625
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dora_39625 lydia2311
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lori93950 lydia2311
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I too have agoraphobia fear of open spaces . I manage it and have worked on it over the years but always still there.
I too just went on HRT but think it may be a bit too strong for me as I’m waking up too early getting low moods and crying episodes . I still get too tired .
Are you on a patch and if so do you cut in half ? Just wondered what a ‘low dose’ is ?
lydia2311 dora_39625
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lydia2311 lori93950
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Gypsy014 dora_39625
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Hi dora, I too get anxious going into big stores as well, and any appointments things that require an appointment I just can't do, its the anticipation of the future event I get myself all worked up over, so I don't make any plans at all until this all gets better.. Never ever use to be like this, was always so carefree and independent and big life of a party if I went to one, but this anxiety and menopause sure takes that all away from you that's for sure, I never in a million years would have even imagined that you could turn like a light switch and even feel like this, its pure hell and don't want to feel any of this anymore.. I always think I'm good people what did I ever do to deserve this! I have so much life to live and things to do and really have no time for this nonsense, so I push on through as best as I can, but boy oh boy before and somedays still it just knocks you on your butt and have to stay in bed or lay on couch for the day, cause your just to dizzy or have a migraine or scared or sad, its a real rollercoaster of symptoms, that's for sure!!! Better days are ahead I'm praying???
lori93950 Gypsy014
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I can’t stand appointments now and will let the dr know today ... yes another appt. as she wants a full wellness check going to different places for mammogram etc . I can’t do it !!!
dora_39625 Gypsy014
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Thanks Gypsy..
I had to cancel a few appointments this week, including one with a gynaecologist today, thanks to anxiety.
It's awful and makes me feel rubbish for having to do it.
Hope you feel better soon. I hope we all do x
dora_39625 Gypsy014
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Gypsy014 lori93950
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Hi Lori, I use to go to the doctor with my symptoms until my anxiety got the best of me, and I just can't do it anymore, all I heard was anxiety you need to take this or that and it would make my anxiety worse.. So I just stayed away .. This time sure is something else and just want to feel normal again...I know what you mean about the different tests and doctors just all too overwhelming!
Gypsy014 dora_39625
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Hi Dora, I stay pretty close to home nothing at all how I use to be, anxiety and dizzy and migraines and light sensitivity , and a million other nasty symptoms, I just go for my necessities, and run my errands and that's very local and right back home again, I try and stay away from big stores too many symptoms arise when I visit the big stores so I do go into the small ones to be in and out.. It has to really be an ok day for me to visit my big grocery store up the street and the other big pharmacy store I use to love well I don't even go into that one anymore because the fluorescent lighting in that one sets off my migraines and auras and dizziness something fierce, like I'm going to have a seizure or something bad , as soon as I walk in there I feel my brain buzzing my eyes pulling sensation dizzy and like I'm walking sideways, omg so bad I have to run out of there not good at all. And ive never had a seizure before ever but I feel some weird stuff up in the brain area that scares me to death from these big stores and fluorescent lighting.. All this started with perimenopause...not good....
caroline62395 dora_39625
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juanita93228 caroline62395
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I know right? When I was seeing a therapist, she used to say "if it goes away, it's not going to kill you". She was 65, and she got it. She ended up leaving because it was a government contract(I was going thru my work and you get 10 free sessions)and of course it wasn't paying enough. I miss talking to her.
I called off work yesterday(I've been doing that at least once a month) I just couldn't deal with my clients or my coworkers(my coworkers are great, I guess I just didn't want to be around people). I went to the movies by myself about a week and a half ago, but I had to take a half a Valium to do it. I have terrible health anxiety. I pray about it all the time, I go to the doctor, but I'm always afraid they'll find something. How did I become this weak, scared person?
Right now I'm sitting here at work listening to "Affirmation for Divine Assistance: God Help me Please! Divine Intervention". I can do nothing but lean on him.
lori93950 caroline62395
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kelly55079 dora_39625
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I too think I have social anxiety but it's only sometimes which is odd. I think it's based on how I feel at the time and worry that I'm not liked or feel awkward and strange not knowing what to say.. I hate this feeling. A couple weeks ago I had 2 family (in-law) parties and a was freaking out. When the weekend was over I was very relieved and went about my way. But leading up to it I stressed myself out so bad that I was exhausted days later. I do exercise, talk with friends/family, I did use the bach remedies. At times I wish I wasn't associated with anyone so that I could just do my own thing. It's such an awful feeling and when I explain this to someone they look at me funny so maybe it's all in my head.
Sassyr12a kelly55079
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Hi Kelly
It's not at all in your head, it's an actual issue for lots of us. I mean it is in your head lol, but it's just to do with personality, self esteem and confidence I think. If you met me you'd think I was so confident, I'm always bright and breezy... But inside I'm exactly the same with gatherings and parties. I've made myself ill in the run up to a kids party, and all I had to do were the party bags!! Xx
lori93950 Sassyr12a
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I’ve got a birthday to go to tonight and dreading it ! Worrying if I’ll be out and suddenly crash with tiredness and have to leave . Worry worry worry 😩😖😩
juanita93228 lori93950
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Take a deep breath and go. Is there any way you can leave early if you crash? Just say you're not feeling well and leave. I think the important thing is to go, even if it's just an hour. Do you think you can manage? I don't want you having a panic attack.((((hugs))))
lori93950 juanita93228
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