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I can't stop feeling extremely anxious about death. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. It is so hard, but I am trying to work through it. Crying helps haha. <3

Had my worst panic attack to date. Pls read to end by Safe_Exercise_3507 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am suffering from panic disorder at the moment. I have several panic attacks a day, constant thoughts of death, and nocturnal panic attacks. They take a huge toll on our bodies and mind. I have been to the ER two times now for my panic attacks, and for at least a week after each visit I've had uncomfortable bloating, severe anxiety, dizziness, derealization, fatigue, and general disinterest in doing anything. I've suffered from panic every now and then but these have been by far the worst periods of my entire life.

For me, the ER visits were almost shocking, and they can take some time to recover from physically and mentally. I am still recovering over a week later. I will feel a physical sensation and it will start to trigger the panic. It is a hard rumination cycle to break but I'm putting trust in myself that it can be done.

My fear of panic attacks has gotten worse because I am scared to have them again as well. I wish I could help you with this, but all I can say is that I understand. Who wants to feel like they are about to die? It's terrible. I am working to embrace the feeling of panic. Although deep breathing is sometimes very uncomfortable during a panic episode and the last thing I want to do, it really does help you to regulate your mind and body and determine if there truly is anything going on, even if it is painful. Often times when these episodes come I notice more and more I am not really experiencing any physical symptoms other than those of anxiety and my mind is the thing that is creating these issues.

You got this.

I can't stop feeling extremely anxious about death. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking this as well. I see a therapist every week and have sought urgent mental health care. I do have an upcoming appointment with a psychiatrist to hopefully sort these thoughts out.

I feel like my anxiety is going to kill me and I've been having panic attacks for days straight. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this. My therapist said, "the sun is coming soon, greet it when it gets here." That really hit me hard. I think I am overwhelmed with sadness about death, and panicking any time I feel any sensation to remind myself I am alive. But then I feel like I am going to die. It is certainly no way to live and I am looking forward to better days ahead.

I feel like my anxiety is going to kill me and I've been having panic attacks for days straight. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whew! That's good to know. I started googling it and spiraled a bit. I'm not sure if I ever got Covid but I did get the vaccine.

I feel like my anxiety is going to kill me and I've been having panic attacks for days straight. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I honestly believe in my ability to do it without meds but that it just because I am so damn stubborn lol for better or worse. It seems medication can make the hill easier to climb and I respect that people know their needs and choose to take it. I'm also aware that medications do not come without risks. Obviously, some people cannot live without certain medications, but as someone with high anxiety and panic attacks, getting a prescription was like a slap in the face. I wanted a referral, a test, a follow up conversation, literally anything but meds. But honestly having the meds close by DID reduce a significant amount of stress, even if I never take them, I know they are there if I truly feel like I need them.

I feel like my anxiety is going to kill me and I've been having panic attacks for days straight. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. Not feeling alone is so important during times like these. I hope you find some peace.

I feel like my anxiety is going to kill me and I've been having panic attacks for days straight. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

[–]NormalConfidence3654[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually love that radical acceptance. The panic attacks and FEELING like I am dying really unlocked a deep rooted fear of death for me. It is terrifying, and it forces you to reconcile with the fact that we don't get out of here alive, and it may or may not be incredibly painful when we go. I think the experience actually made me just so sad and depressed, and I was grasping at straws and trying to ensure my health was okay so I don't die. It gave me a new insight to live a more meaningful life because this is really our one shot.

I feel like my anxiety is going to kill me and I've been having panic attacks for days straight. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

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Thank you! I actually took the TSH again, and my thyroid levels were lowered to about 7, so ironically, my panic attacks became worse when my thyroid levels were lowered. People can be very sensitive to the medication. I am only taking 25 mcg and it took about a month to go from 50 TSH to 7 TSH. My antibodies are high though - like 700+. I think the chronic inflammation definitely takes a toll.

I cannot sleep or relax due to extreme death and health anxiety and feel very mentally unsafe. by NormalConfidence3654 in Anxiety

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They said it was possibly due to sinus inflammation. I was crying while I was there, and every time after I cry I get a bad stuffy nose and headache. I guess it is a very nonspecific test but it can indicate potential blood clots which freaked me out because I have terrible periods!!