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Tight chest for more than 4 hours since extreme panic attack

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ashley94432
ashley94432

Hi all I am new to this and I'm in need of some guidance.

im dealing with quite a lot, today I feel like everything has hit me at once. My anxiety has been very bad for quite awhile. I stress sweat regularly and I experience nausea and sleep paralysis. Today was one of my worst episodes. I've had a tight chest ever since this is something new I am quite worried. Advice welcome I'm a 24 yo female

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  • richard89308
    richard89308 ashley94432

    Posted

    tightness in the chest is usually another anxiety symptom so I would not worry too much.

    Richard

    • ashley94432
      ashley94432 richard89308

      Posted

      Thank you for your reply Richard. It's 4 am my chest is still very tight especially left side I'm hoping it calms down soon so I can sleep.
  • irene46860
    irene46860 ashley94432

    Posted

    Sorry to hear your feeling panicky today Ashley,

    just noticed your post, do you take anything when you feel as bad as this? X

    • ashley94432
      ashley94432 irene46860

      Posted

      I am on Avanza 2x 30 mg at night but I ran out today unable to go to the chemist. I'm really trying to calm myself but it's very tight in my chest. Thankyou for your reply I appreciate it 
  • lifelover2015
    lifelover2015 ashley94432

    Posted

    only 4 hours?? well i have been there for more than 4 years lol dont worry u will survive and u will live untill u hate seeing ur face in mirror smile drink alot of water and take a deep breath! watch funny movie or go dance, girls love dance lol u will be ok
    • ashley94432
      ashley94432 lifelover2015

      Posted

      Not just a tight chest I'm constantly sweating I can't eat it's a number of things. It's new that the tight chest has lasted so long it's 4am here. Thanks for your advice 
  • cara11004
    cara11004 ashley94432

    Posted

    This is quite normal after a panic/anxiety attack. I get it a lot for days on end. Hang on in there :-)
    • ashley94432
      ashley94432 cara11004

      Posted

      That's great to hear.. If u know what I mean. I was quite concerned even considering the hospital! Thankyou! smile wish u the best 
  • irene46860
    irene46860 ashley94432

    Posted

    I haven't heard of Avenza, is that an SSRI? Xx
    • ashley94432
      ashley94432 irene46860

      Posted

      Have you heard of Remeron or Mitrazon? That's the other brand names. I looked it up and I don't think it's an SSRI. It's probably terrible I don't know much about it. When my dr. Prescribed it I told him I don't want an anti depressant that makes me up but calms me download I've struggled with insomnia for quite awhile. Interested in any info u might have biggrin 
    • ashley94432
      ashley94432

      Posted

      I meant down not download... Autocorrect 
    • irene46860
      irene46860 ashley94432

      Posted

      Yes Iv heard of them, anxiety and insomnia go hand in hand don't they.

      dont worry about having to take something that helps you, I was like you and didn't like taking anything but life goes on and you have a life to lead....if you need something to help live it then so be it.

      i used to be on Trazadone 50mg at night, helped with anxiety, low mood and insomnia xxx

  • irene46860
    irene46860 ashley94432

    Posted

    It's horrible when you feel like that....especially in the wee small hours of the morning.

    can you open a window and breathe in some fresh aír or just sit on your back step. X

    • ashley94432
      ashley94432 irene46860

      Posted

      I will do that now. It's interesting to see so many others that suffer but are still willing to help someone in need. Thanks for taking the time to msg me xx
    • irene46860
      irene46860 ashley94432

      Posted

      No problem, yes it is amazing how many people suffer from it. I was taken aback. 

      You our know what I do when Im panicky and trying to sleep, snuggle up, shut my eyes and imagine myself on a beach, all on my own, very safe. Just sitting there and the water keeps touching my toes, Im at peace and zim happy and Im safe. Xxx

    • ashley94432
      ashley94432 irene46860

      Posted

      That sounds nice... So much has gone on lately that's it's hard to feel safe at all. But I need to make an effort to tackle this and not give in to it. Xx
    • irene46860
      irene46860 ashley94432

      Posted

      Anxiety is actually an emotion just like hunger or thirst it's just telling you something, usually it's not feeling safe. When your hungry your tummy rumbles and that tells you, you need food. When your thirsty, you need fluid. When you have anxiety you need to feel safe in order for it to calm down xx
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