New to this site, unfortunately not new to anxiety

[kimd]

Hi, after many years of having my anxiety/panic attacks under control, they have reared their ugly heads again. I am struggling with hypochondria-specifically about heart attacks. I was just at the emergency room two days prior, and all was fine. I had the jaw pain, back pain, etc. (I'm only 34 and female) Today is much the same, just jaw pain like a toothache or ear infection, but even though I was just checked, I am still panicked over my health. Anyone else going through this hell, too?

[jessed03]

Hi kimd

How's Columbus today?

Heart attacks. That's a pretty common one. I was always brain, but there are many on here that have heart fears. In fact the post Blessed made on the general forum is about that same fear.

It's positive that you had it in remission once. To do it for many years shows it can be done. What worked the first time? Any chance of going back to it?

Welcome anyway. You'll meet very supportive people here!

[kimd]

hi jessed,
Columbus is very cold today! How is London? London is one of the places I would love to visit. I love all things British.
Thanks for the welcome. This site makes me feel not quite so alone, or like I'm going crazy. The first time I dealt with anxiety was the first time I was put on anti-anxiety meds, and since I've been on medication ever since, maybe they aren't working as well now.

[jessed03]

They can indeed fizzle out after some years. Maybe a change could be in order. Are they benzos or antidepressants?

Lol so you love British things? You can imagine me narrating my posts in a British accent if you want :D... I'm not drinking tea... But...

You can imagine I am!

London's ok, very very wet! I'm not sure what's worse, very wet, or very cold!

I'm glad you feel less alone by talking, seriously. Those are all just bulls**t anxiety feelings. The craziness, the alone feeling, the fears. I hope you get it back into remission ASAP!

EMAN will I'm sure be along shortly to give you a good dose of positivity :)

[PanicPhobia]

Hi, after many years of having my anxiety/panic attacks under control, they have reared their ugly heads again. I am struggling with hypochondria-specifically about heart attacks. I was just at the emergency room two days prior, and all was fine. I had the jaw pain, back pain, etc. (I'm only 34 and female) Today is much the same, just jaw pain like a toothache or ear infection, but even though I was just checked, I am still panicked over my health. Anyone else going through this hell, too?

Every day all day. Much like you, I had mine under control for about 6-7 years. Got off my meds (accidentally) for a couple weeks and they came back in full force. Now I am taking the same meds I was and they are not helping nearly as much as they used to. The only thing that helps now is Klonopin (wasn't on it before), but it takes time to kick in and isn't always 100% effective.

[Enduronman]

Welcome new friend!! :)