← Return to Heart pounding since diagnosed with cancer: What can I do?

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First, check with your doctor to make sure you don't have a heart problem. Then ask them to prescribe an anti anxiety med that you can take as needed. I know that I was super stressed when I was first diagnosed and I would take alprazolam to calm down. I would take 1 pill every week week or two, I wasn't on a daily pill but that might be appropriate for you.

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When first diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer, I cried easily. My doctor prescribed Xanax because it can be taken as needed, not necessarily everyday. I told my husband, “if I cry, I’m taking one”. This got me through the initial fear and sadness.

My integrative doctor also recommends L-theanine, an amino acid that you can purchase at your health food store. It helps with anxiety and mood.

Best wishes to all on this thread, Cindy