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To all those dealing with Anxiety

Hello,
My name is Jami and I am recentlyl married with two young children. I wanted to write something just to connect with others that feel the same as I do. Maybe we can all help each other. I have been having horrible anxiety, sometimes it comes and stays all day long. It all started in early July, I was driving and all of sudden I felt my whole body go numb and tingly. I managed to pull over and let my husband drive, two seconds later I was numb and couldnt move. My hands were cramped up to my chest and I couldnt move My legs. I was so scared, my husband called an ambulance and long story short I was sent home from the hospital that night diagnosed with hyperventalation syndrome caused by anxiety/panick attack. I did not agree, I thought for sure something was wrong with me. After many er visits, doctor visits and many tests, everything has came back normal. I was alright for a little while after that, but then I kept worrying and worrying and it soon became unbarable. I went without sleep for days at a time, I coudlnt eat I was just driving myself insane. Now I no longer have those "panick attacks" but I wake up every morning with really bad anxiety, it does not go away. My head tingles all the time and I get dizzy. It feels like I have so much anxiety built up my chest hurts. The neurologist said I should not drive, which really made me depressed.  I sometimes feel hopeless and depressed. I try to tell myself everything is ok and just ignore the anxiety but its not really that easy. I am going to try and fight this the best I can, I dont want to feel like this any longer. Anyone that can relate please respond. thanks
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929504 tn?1332585934
Hi and i'm sorry you are miserable like me! I am unable to work due to many health issues related to not having a thyroid and i am in the midst of finding a new med and "new Doctor"...Synthroid isn't enough for me and I have all of the hypo symptoms and then some. I am seeing numerous doc's for numerous reasons. My Endo ***** and I have to find another (for the third time) but you have to do what you have to do! Most doc's will tell you that one issue isn't related to the other, What do they Know!
Stay persisted in getting an answer because this can destroy your happiness!.

My panic attacks are worrisome, even though I can control them. I don't drive a far distance but do drive locally and i carry water and my cell phone in the event of an attack. I am on Zoloft and Xanax again amongst many other med's, but I firmly believe that if I ever get my thyroid hormone regulated some symptoms will ease up, however living without a thyroid is no fun! Feel Better.
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1817640 tn?1323045243
i am also new to this whole anxiety thing and you are right it is a beast! evryone is different and have a different way of dealing with certain situations, but as for myself i have started therapy and it is really heping me! i experienced alot of your same symptoms and i still have them but i am learning how to deal and hopfully will be rid of this monster! good luck and let me know how you are doing!
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I am dealing with severe anxiety and depression since I had my thyroid removed 2 years ago for cancer.  Within a month of my surgery I started having anxiety, panic attacks and depression.  The anxiety is so bad that I am not driving now and cannot stand to be alone.  My endocrinologist doesn't see the connection but I have talked to others who experienced the same.   Did any adjustments with your thyroid meds seem to make any difference?? I am taking Ativan now but am hesitant to start an antidepressant.
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1699033 tn?1514113133
The above poster is correct on all accounts.  The doctors have ruled out anything major wrong with you.  And yes, anxiety can cause all of these symptoms.  You need to find a good psychologist to learn CBT.  You can search for psychologists in your area that specialize in CBT.  This is the breathing, etc, that the above poster mentioned.  This is the first start.  Together with your psychologist you can discuss whether medication is warranted.  There are many people that use CBT and meds to control their anxiety including myself.  You have to take action.  The longer you wait to learn the techniques you need to overcome this anxiety, the worse it is going to get and the less you will find yourself doing.  It is a viscious cycle that just keeps on going.  Get on the web and find that doctor ASAP and start getting your life back.  
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929504 tn?1332585934
I can relate, because I have been where you are a long time ago and due to not having a thyroid,. I back there again (although not as bad). Once we learn and understand what causes panic attacks, we can learn how to deal with the symptoms and control them (mind over matter). Now, for someone who is new to this, that will mean absolutely nothing! Over 12 yrs ago, i began having these symptoms that progressed fast and became persistent. They were "feeling faint" numbness and tingling, hot flashes, weakness, depression, agraphobia (fear of going outside), brain fog, blurred vision, nervousness.( and I got them as I was driving, so that was it for me) I swore that I was dying, although my neurologist instisted that it was "anxiety" and my psychologist confirmed it. This was my 5th doc over a period of 4mos and finally, relief came. I HAD to start on anxiety med's to relieve the symptoms because they had me in a shell and I absolutely shut down from the world and especially my children. Once I started the med's that was given to me (zoloft and xanax), my symptoms started to minimize over a period of two weeks, thank God..but i also looked at what was going on in my life and anything that caused stress, was let go!!! I was on Zoloft for two years and had to stop due to another pregnancy. Well, I was able to control the panic attacks when they occured because anxiety is a disorder and that I have learned. Reading books and educating myself has helped a tremendous amount and I control 'IT" verses "IT" controling me. Well, I had my thyroid removed in dec 09 and a few months after, the anxiety (panic attacks) returned and still til this day and alittle worse. I now started to get dizzy spells in which I am not sure what is causing them, but when driving I have to prepare myself, because i know it's coming...and that's because It's always on my mind! I now have my water and cell phone at all times in the event that i lose conrol, i will drink my water and deep breathe, which helps alot!!! Having Anxiety (panic attacks) is not the end of the world, even though it feels like it! You must tackle the problem and control the symptoms. You seem to have lots of symptoms, so taking med's temporarily to control them will not be a bad idea. You do not want this disease to control your life so you must do whatever is gonna work for you in order to do those things that has been been taking away...The key is self education and control...God Bless and be well.
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