I see I’m in the right place! I suffered panic attacks in my 30s but now it’s bouts nervousness and waves of nausea virtually every day. I find that a sublingual vitamin B-12 under my tongue can help. I’ve had so many tests - all deemed “normal” — and I try my best to control this anxiety. But it is a miserable way to live. Let’s continue to share experiences and support each other. Thank you all!
@annedodrill44 I like how you think. Who better to help us with anxiety than others experiencing thus?? B-12 sometimes does help. Nice thing is B-12 is water-soluble and not cause other imbalances.
I see I’m in the right place! I suffered panic attacks in my 30s but now it’s bouts nervousness and waves of nausea virtually every day. I find that a sublingual vitamin B-12 under my tongue can help. I’ve had so many tests - all deemed “normal” — and I try my best to control this anxiety. But it is a miserable way to live. Let’s continue to share experiences and support each other. Thank you all!
Thank you for your reply, parus! And for the intermittent nausea anxiety can bring, peppermint tea seems helpful. I find that the most frustrating thing about persistent anxiety is that it doesn’t have the same status as other health issues. People think it’s “all in your head”. But it really is a condition you have to live with and control just like any other disease, ie diabetes.
I see I’m in the right place! I suffered panic attacks in my 30s but now it’s bouts nervousness and waves of nausea virtually every day. I find that a sublingual vitamin B-12 under my tongue can help. I’ve had so many tests - all deemed “normal” — and I try my best to control this anxiety. But it is a miserable way to live. Let’s continue to share experiences and support each other. Thank you all!
@annedodrill44 Sadly those not living with an anxiety issue (or disorder which is a term I abhor) can be cruel. Yes, it is a condition that we learn to live with even though it is unpleasant. Having health issues that others cannot see is challenging. I know I have become very much of a recluse. I am thankful for some interaction here at connect. There are nice and caring members as well as insight from others. We are all different and what works for one may not work for another.
Loneliness is also a disease and it is painful too.
I plan to buy some B-12 and give it a try. Most of the time I do not have anxiety to any great extent, but when I do, it really does a number on me. Was recently taken to ER because BP was over 200 and head felt as if it would explode, plus being nauseated. I feel as if I cannot function at all. They kept me overnight and actually did a CT scan. Feel so foolish when it is over. I do take something for mild anxiety. My mom used to actually have her tongue swell and could barely speak when she had a panic attack. I hate it.
@sandytoes14 The first panic attack I had was when I was going on my first vacation ever at 40 yrs of age. We were on the highway and I had to tell my husband to pull over. I was about to open the door. I had no idea what it was. Since then I noticed any new happening in my life I would get them. Most the time I can handle them but this last few times have been from trying to quit smoking. I am on the nicotine patch and after about two weeks I had my first one from that. My chest gets tight and its hard to breathe. I have been on depression and anxiety medication most my adult life because of a bad childhood. Being in a car causes panic attacks all the time. Short trips if I am driving is ok. Short trips like a mile or two. No highways. Its hard because I have to keep all my appointments as close to home as I can. Raising my grandbaby has caused some panic attacks, mostly anxiety from nervousness.
@littleonefmohio Please forgive me for not replying sooner. I have been dealing with extreme fibromyalgia pain and side effects from taking prednisone.
I too have a hard time riding in the car and keep my appointments as close to home as possible. What has been working for me is sitting in the back seat listening to a book on tape or music using earbuds. I also dab my wrists and collar bone with lavender essential oil.
There have been great responses by other members that I'm going to try also. The B vitamin sounds promising.
I truly hope your panic eases so that you may enjoy the time with your grandbaby.
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I see I’m in the right place! I suffered panic attacks in my 30s but now it’s bouts nervousness and waves of nausea virtually every day. I find that a sublingual vitamin B-12 under my tongue can help. I’ve had so many tests - all deemed “normal” — and I try my best to control this anxiety. But it is a miserable way to live. Let’s continue to share experiences and support each other. Thank you all!
@parus It is so challenging to have health issues that others cannot see. I'm sorry you have become a bit of a recluse. I wish for those in your life to see in you what I see. You are a wise person who has so much to offer others. The posts you make here on Connect are valued. Thank you for being part of our community!
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@sandytoes14 Yes, it is a challenge. I try to be encouraging to others here at connect. Currently I am discouraged and this is all the input I have for now.
I plan to buy some B-12 and give it a try. Most of the time I do not have anxiety to any great extent, but when I do, it really does a number on me. Was recently taken to ER because BP was over 200 and head felt as if it would explode, plus being nauseated. I feel as if I cannot function at all. They kept me overnight and actually did a CT scan. Feel so foolish when it is over. I do take something for mild anxiety. My mom used to actually have her tongue swell and could barely speak when she had a panic attack. I hate it.
Liz223, I also got Magnesium, which I hear is good for nerves. Just started taking it today. Will report back on that! Feel like a vitamin junkie these days, but I’ll try just about anything to ease the curse of anxiety.
@sandytoes14 Yes, it is a challenge. I try to be encouraging to others here at connect. Currently I am discouraged and this is all the input I have for now.
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Try a sublingual vitamin B-12 (5000 mcg). It does seem to calm me down. Good luck! If you find anything that works, please share!
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3 Reactions@annedodrill44 I like how you think. Who better to help us with anxiety than others experiencing thus?? B-12 sometimes does help. Nice thing is B-12 is water-soluble and not cause other imbalances.
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5 ReactionsThank you for your reply, parus! And for the intermittent nausea anxiety can bring, peppermint tea seems helpful. I find that the most frustrating thing about persistent anxiety is that it doesn’t have the same status as other health issues. People think it’s “all in your head”. But it really is a condition you have to live with and control just like any other disease, ie diabetes.
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4 Reactions@annedodrill44 Sadly those not living with an anxiety issue (or disorder which is a term I abhor) can be cruel. Yes, it is a condition that we learn to live with even though it is unpleasant. Having health issues that others cannot see is challenging. I know I have become very much of a recluse. I am thankful for some interaction here at connect. There are nice and caring members as well as insight from others. We are all different and what works for one may not work for another.
Loneliness is also a disease and it is painful too.
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6 ReactionsI plan to buy some B-12 and give it a try. Most of the time I do not have anxiety to any great extent, but when I do, it really does a number on me. Was recently taken to ER because BP was over 200 and head felt as if it would explode, plus being nauseated. I feel as if I cannot function at all. They kept me overnight and actually did a CT scan. Feel so foolish when it is over. I do take something for mild anxiety. My mom used to actually have her tongue swell and could barely speak when she had a panic attack. I hate it.
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3 Reactions@littleonefmohio Please forgive me for not replying sooner. I have been dealing with extreme fibromyalgia pain and side effects from taking prednisone.
I too have a hard time riding in the car and keep my appointments as close to home as possible. What has been working for me is sitting in the back seat listening to a book on tape or music using earbuds. I also dab my wrists and collar bone with lavender essential oil.
There have been great responses by other members that I'm going to try also. The B vitamin sounds promising.
I truly hope your panic eases so that you may enjoy the time with your grandbaby.
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5 Reactions@parus It is so challenging to have health issues that others cannot see. I'm sorry you have become a bit of a recluse. I wish for those in your life to see in you what I see. You are a wise person who has so much to offer others. The posts you make here on Connect are valued. Thank you for being part of our community!
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4 Reactions@sandytoes14 Yes, it is a challenge. I try to be encouraging to others here at connect. Currently I am discouraged and this is all the input I have for now.
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3 ReactionsLiz223, I also got Magnesium, which I hear is good for nerves. Just started taking it today. Will report back on that! Feel like a vitamin junkie these days, but I’ll try just about anything to ease the curse of anxiety.
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4 ReactionsI’m so sorry to hear you are feeling so poorly, parus. Your posts are so helpful, so please be well soon!
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