Dissapointed

[yorkiegirl83]

I am having a really frustrating day. I have pretty severe panic attacks, that was diagnosed as a panic disorder about 2 years ago. My body doesn't react well to medication so I'm kind of left to tough it out on my own.

My allergies to the dogs have been VERY bad. I'm on 2 asthma meds, and 2 allergy meds, and still am not feeling great, so I made the decision to start shots. I've had the blood allergy test and need to get the individual injections done where I will react to them (they do them one at a time). It takes about 3 hours.

I have major major white coat syndrome and doctor offices are always a challenge for me. I called this morning (my scheduled allergy testing day) and told them that I was having a major anxiety attack and is it still ok to come in.

I was told it's not a good idea to do the testing with lots of additional adrenaline in my system and the nurse was VERY nice and said she'd talk to the dr to see what we could do about making me more comfortable with the process. They may possibly shorten the 3 hours into 1 hour chunks so that it's not as much time all at once which can be overwhelming to me.

I guess I just feel down and disappointed because I really need to get started with these shots to feel better I am getting hives and am just constantly miserable.

Sorry if this is too personal... usually I try not to post about my private life too often. Just living with this anxiety stuff really stinks. It's a constant battle to get the simple things done, I swear

[Nikki+2]

That sounds really rough! I am so sorry you're feeling bad. I can imagine it's pretty hard to relax so that you can get shots- what an oxymoron! I hope you feel better soon and can get them over with.

[tjdmom]

Just have to say I can really sympathize with you. Sometimes I feel really anxious about one thing or another but nothing compared to what you must be going thru. Can you maybe try meditation? Do you think that would help?

[ARCHIE]

You really have alot on your plate to handle at one time. I am sorry your
feeling so down and I hope the doctor can find a medication that will work
for you. Don't give up. If one does not work perhaps another one will and your
body will accept it without any difficulty.
Prayer's coming for you to feel better soon. Hang in there the best you can
and try and think positive thoughts.

[my2boyz]

Just a thought but have you considered a consultation with a nutritionist or a visit to a health food store? I've been sick since the middle of December and the only real relief, after my ER visit, that I have gotten has come from the very professional owner of the local health food store. She was very knowlegable, she explained everything and how it works, gave me 3 things to take and I am feeling much better already. I'm not discounting doctors by any means but sometimes there are other options.

[patty58]

I have had anxiety attacks before so know just a fraction of what you are going thru. I will remember you in my prayers.

[Anna Banana]

I have frequent anxiety attacks as well. I know what you're going through. Its so hard to get started on the things that might just help you...

[domesticated08]

I believe most of us have had some level of anxiety in our life, but probably nothing like what you are going through!! Just know YT is a good place to put your feelings down and in some way take alittle of the anxiety away because so many of us understand!! God Bless You!!

[Tiger's Mom]

I hope you get in soon so you feel better.

[chattiesmom]

Living with anxiety is horrible. I am so very sorry. Since you can't take meds I would strongly suggest that you try relaxation therapy. It really helped me several years ago to overcome depression that I didn't know I had - I was able to get off all meds and be depression free.

Good luck to you - I will keep you in my prayers.

[omega]

Originally Posted by yorkiegirl83

I am having a really frustrating day. I have pretty severe panic attacks, that was diagnosed as a panic disorder about 2 years ago. My body doesn't react well to medication so I'm kind of left to tough it out on my own.

My allergies to the dogs have been VERY bad. I'm on 2 asthma meds, and 2 allergy meds, and still am not feeling great, so I made the decision to start shots. I've had the blood allergy test and need to get the individual injections done where I will react to them (they do them one at a time). It takes about 3 hours.

I have major major white coat syndrome and doctor offices are always a challenge for me. I called this morning (my scheduled allergy testing day) and told them that I was having a major anxiety attack and is it still ok to come in.

I was told it's not a good idea to do the testing with lots of additional adrenaline in my system and the nurse was VERY nice and said she'd talk to the dr to see what we could do about making me more comfortable with the process. They may possibly shorten the 3 hours into 1 hour chunks so that it's not as much time all at once which can be overwhelming to me.

I guess I just feel down and disappointed because I really need to get started with these shots to feel better I am getting hives and am just constantly miserable.

Sorry if this is too personal... usually I try not to post about my private life too often. Just living with this anxiety stuff really stinks. It's a constant battle to get the simple things done, I swear

I live with the anxiety every day, too. PTSD and more.
How about if you take someone with you to the Dr. appointment? Sometimes that can really help to make you feel calmer.

I'm glad they are being nice about it and are willing to work with you.

[GinosMommy]

Aww Kristen! BIG HUGS! I know how you feel, I have anxiety too.

feel better soon!

[yorkiegirl83]

Thank you all *so* much! I think dealing with the anxiety is harder than dealing with anything else I've ever been through because it's such a frustrating cycle. One day I can be fine and acomplish things with little to no anxiety, and the next I can be so overwhelmed or anxious.

It's very debilitating at least for me. I struggle through things that used to be so easy and thoughtless for me because I never know if I'm going to have a major panic attack.

It seems like the worst things for me are things where I have to wait -- like waiting at a dr office, waiting in line at a store -- things like that. I start to feel claustrophobic over it and want to hightail it out of there pronto!

It runs pretty strong in my family -- my dad has been throgh this, my grandmother on his side has too. So I have that working more against me.

I was going to see a therapist "life coach" type of person who was really helpful, but my insurance company is putting me through heck and back because I paid out of pocket once, so they're saying it's "pre existing", then they wouldn't cover it, then they were waiting on paperwork to cover it, and never sent it out.

I really think I'm going to look into more of a relaxation therapy, Cindy. I do have relaxation tapes and I have a program I bought that helps with staying positive, overcoming panic attacks when they come and things like that, but for me I think I need a face to face approach where I can actually talk to someone.

Thank you guys for the YT prayers! I feel so silly sometimes talking about my personal life, especially this because I feel like it's a ridiculous thing I should be able to snap myself out of. But apparently, it isn't that simple for me

[yorkiegirl83]

Originally Posted by omega

I live with the anxiety every day, too. PTSD and more.
How about if you take someone with you to the Dr. appointment? Sometimes that can really help to make you feel calmer.

I'm glad they are being nice about it and are willing to work with you.

Usually I always go with my DH because it helps me to feel more calm, but I knew with the allergy testing being such a long process, I likely wouldn't be able to calm down. I tend to have one anxiety attack after another when I'm in a stressful situation and for me, the dr is so stressful. Even though it's such a routine thing and I do trust them there.

I'm going to try to get it together somehow, and then reschedule it maybe in a month or so. I'm just bummed because I was so excited to get started on these shots!

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