Hello, I have suffered with panic disorder and GAD for years. 4 years ago, i got over the fear of panic and anxiety and no longer suffered. Now my panic disorder is back along with anxiety. It is very hard for me to leave the house. I do have agoraphobia. I do not take SSRI or SNRI as ive had bad luck with them. I only take klonopin. My issue is, I know what i need to do. But when it is time to actually expose myself to panic producing situations, i get way to anxious about it and do not do it. I need some advice. I am at a stand still. When I do expose myself, i feel like i am about to have a panic attack or my anxiety is SO high, I just want to go home. any advice would be awesome!
Hi Katie…
I’m brand new to this forum but I too suffer from major anxiety!
I think many people aren’t aware just how bad it is as I’m fairly able to conceal it most of the time!
it manifests itself in a feeling of wanting to jump outta my skin, horrible headaches, dizziness, profuse sweating, and just an overall feeling of impending doom.
it Truly SUCKS!!
up until 8mo ago, I was on valium (10mg, 3x p/ day).
It worked tremendously well!
However, due to a lung problem I’ve presently got (long story)…my doctor won’t prescribe it till it gets better (he’s afraid of respiratory problems).
I’m Really suffering now on a daily basis!
I’ve got no answer for you…just wanted you to know someone’s out here who can relate.
p.s…I’ve started to have agoraphobia as well…the world has become SO much smaller.
i am having same problems. major anxiety four years. tried anti deps but didnt work for me. ended up on valium but finding my anxiety stopping me doing things like going out etc. i have now developed a cough from nowhere and wonder if valium causes it? Keep in touch and let me know how you get on
hi anne…I don’t believe valium causes a cough.
how did it work for your anxiety?
I also get horrible “tension/stress” headaches…in fact, I’ve had one for the past 48hrs!
I REALLY can’t wait to get the green light again for valium!
keep in touch!