is this depression and anxiety? please share if you feel same

By colts35 Sunday, February 12, 2012

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for the past 2 years i've experienced almost daily bouts of dizziness. i get alot of pressure in my head. at times it feels like im in a dreamlike state. often i can feel my blood pulsating through my body and become very aware of my heartbeat. when i check blood pressure is always fine. i also feel like my body is trembling but outwardly im steady and no signs of shaking. i get severe heartburn and acid reflux. if i dare eat 3 meals a day i will be sick. i wake with bile choking me in the middle of the night. i never had a fear of dying in my life but since this all started im constantly thinking im about to keel over. i've lost all excitement i used to have towards life. things just arent fun anymore. does anyone else feel this way?

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Paul

2/12/12 11:24am

Most people here feel, or have felt that way, and most will again. That is depression. There is a lot of information here on this site which could help. Reading other shareposts helps, too.

You should eliminate any physical causes for the way you are feeling by seeing your doctor, if you haven't.

The main reason I'm writing is I, and a number of others have acid reflux, I had the same feeling as you some nights. My Doctor put me on Zantac, 150 mg. twice a day, but I've found I only need take it once at bed time and I've not had it again. There is a generic for Zantac, called Ranitidine. It works the same for me.

I don't miss that waking up at night with the burning and vile taste,

I'm sure you'll get other responses, just wanted to mention the Ranitidine.

Good luck.

colts35

2/12/12 9:40pm

hi thanks for responding. im on 40 mgs of omeprazole now n i thought that was too much. keep worrying its gonna disolve all my stomach acid but ur on 150 so guess mine pretty low. i spent a year w a neorologist running tons of tests. even had me hospitalized to run some. i know deep down its depression and anxiety but guess i need to talk with others who have it to help me understand how to cope. i've been given 6 different meds for it but have side effects to all so dr. kinda gave up. it just feels so hopeless sometimes and 2 psychiatrists were just a waste of money. i need a group of peers even if only online and hope this site gives me that. how can i get past it w/o meds?

Judy

2/12/12 11:12pm

Hi, there. Have you tried psychotherapy? There are also some alternative things you could try, like Vitamin D, light therapy, massage, accupuncture, to name a few. If you haven't talked to a therapist, you might try that. You might be able to learn of ways to cope with your anxiety and depression and get some objective feedback about what you're going through. It's too bad that none of the antidepressants you've tried so far have worked or that you've been unable to tolerate them.

The members of this community have all dealt and/or are dealing with depression at various stages, so you're sure to find some support here - we welcome shareposts and questions and hope we can be of some help.

Merely Me, Health Guide

2/13/12 6:57pm

Hi there

I will just add a bit to the excellent suggestions from Paul and Judy.

I am not a doctor or a therapist but these symptoms do sound like they could be caused by a combination of anxiety and depression. Can you tell us more about the tests you have already undergone? What medical conditions were ruled out?

When you have these symptoms are there any triggers? What precedes one of these events? And how to you cope?

Is there a reason you have ruled out using medication? If your symptoms are severe it could help but this is a decision you must make with your doctor.

Yes many of us can relate to having these symptoms and more. Anxiety and depression can absolutely cause sometimes debilitating physical problems. These mental diseases are really hard on the body.

Tell us more of your story...we are listening.

colts35

2/13/12 11:57pm

hi my dr. had tests run on my heart and stress test. im not good with the test names. i also had tests run for seizures brain scans and 3 days in hospital with about 30 wires stuck on my head tracking my brain waves. as i started psychiatrist after dr. diagnosed me with ocd anxiety and depression i had tried paxal wellbutrin atenol and couple others. the prob w that is my body sensitive to side effects and my anxiety caused me to have pretty severe effects. half probably were just me convincing myself i was having them. then my job of 20 yrs closed and moved overseas so i lost ins. and that was the end of any help. its been 6 months since job lost and its gotten so bad its hard to function. im back in college and im struggling real bad. grades are good but its the constant not being completely "there" feeling and dizzy weak unable to keep a conversation going and thinking at any moment im gonna black out. i just dont know whats wrong and its daily no specific trigger. im feeling on top of the world and alert then suddenly in a daze. i dont drink or do any drugs other than smoking and i know that can trigger it to but ill be in classes 2/3 hrs no cigs and it still happens. i have felt so alone in this and dont take it the wrong way but its nice to hear im not alone. please share some of what you experience w me

Merely Me, Health Guide

2/14/12 7:05pm

Hi there

So you had an MRI perhaps? An EEG? Did they rule out epilepsy or neurological diseases like multiple sclerosis?

Have you always felt these symptoms? Have you experienced any sort of trauma in your life?

It is true...some of the meds...okay most of them can cause side effects but over time these side effects can diminish. I am so sorry you have lost your insurance. This does make it tough to find treatment. Let me know if you need any resources.

Have you ever contacted NAMI...the National Alliance on Mental Illness? They have an information number:

The Information HelpLine is an information and referral service which can be reached by calling 1 (800) 950-NAMI (6264), Monday through Friday, 10 am- 6 pm, Eastern time.

What NAMI may have to offer is advice on how to get treatment and also they can set you up with a local support group. This may be a good place for you to begin.

Keep writing and letting us know how you are doing. We have all been there...in dealing with depression and more. There is much support here.

Thanks so much for sharing your story.

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