Panic attacks- Implanon, Situational or Something else?

[crsrrt]

I have a family history of anxiety and depression and have, during times of extreme stress in the past, had similar symptoms that have resolved once the stress subsided. I started the birth control implant, Implanon, a few months ago and have had no issues but lately, with comparatively minor financial and emotional stress, have had a feeling of fear or dread. Sometimes it isn't strong but with small issues or problems it feels over whelming and almost like I can't breathe. I've had some times when I've felt like I turned off my emotions entirely just to not feel it. Is this just the implanon or is it more likely something genetic?

[everlyn]

When I first had my implant put in I had lots of symptoms that my doctor diagnosed as depression - panic attacks, palpitations, extreme mood swings. I eventually found out that I had problems with my thyroid gland, this may or may not have been caused by the hormones released by the contraceptive implant.

[stevo224]

I had hypertension/anxiety not fun see a doctor that knows about anxiety dont let it get out of hand,my did.Keep an eye on your blood pressure.And mostly as said if you think its life threat dont wait forget the ride call 911 that way you pass all the paper work first to get in.We drove its very hard to wait.  Good luck.    Stevo

[autumn425]

Hi,
I would say that this sounds very much as though it is an anxiety attack. However, I would also consult your doctor and let him/her confirm that it is or isn't anxiety.  Try to take a deep breath and relax as much as possible. If you find this to be life threatening go to the ER.

Best of luck,

Autumn425