I'm coming forward

[RandySF]

I've always had a degree of anxiety, but work and family recent put me over the edge. Thankfully, after what I thought was a heart attack, the people at Kaiser have really stepped up and provided a system of support through a combination of therapy and Lexapro (that's still in the process of kicking in).

Please, if you have any resources be it only friend and family, don't bottle yourself up or you'll end up like me.


AND THANK YOU, PRESIDENT OBAMA, FOR ADDING THE MENTAL HEALTH COVERAGE MANDATE TO THE ACA.

[shenmue]

1. Thank you

[CaliforniaPeggy]

2. I'm glad to hear that you're doing better, my dear RandySF!

And I'm really glad it wasn't a heart attack.

I hope you continue to improve. Hang on to those great resources!

[AJT]

3. I'm so glad you've found some things that are working for you.

[irisblue]

4. Glad to hear you are feeling hope

[spooky3]

5. Take good care of yourself. Nt

[lunasun]

6. I had an antibiotic medication reaction that included anxiety among other bad stuff

It took a long time to subside, as did the other bad side effects of levaquin the antibiotic, but after that I have such sympathy for what you and others suffering from long term anxietyare going through .

I was foolish before the reaction and thought people with anxiety “could control it “ if they tried to just calm down and relax

WRONG it’s not controllable that simple way by choice and it was clear that any stress accentuated it

I didn’t get medication for it because it was a side effect .
I didn’t want to add to all my other problems I was suffering from the reaction and it did eventually get out of my system , but it became clear to me that it’s not
something “ one can just snap out of “ with out help if it’s longterm for someone

It was brutal and one thing besides worry etc was I usually could just fall asleep and if anything had a hard time waking up . I never realized the pain of not being able to relax and just fall asleep when I deemed it and also waking up nervous when I wanted to continue sleeping what hell.

I realized how truly ignorant and biased I had been about mental health

I urge no one to hide it or feel it’s on them and avoid support
Ignore any ignorant people like I was and seek help from those knowledgeable

I’m glad you found a medication and therapy that is helping

[RandySF]

15. Exactly

It's like turning on a device and breaking the switch.

[lunasun]

19. I have a little ptsd about the whole incidence as there were other issues long term- tendons etc

and it went on a long time after the pills were stopped so I’ve blocked out a lot of memory about it but yes it is exactly how you describe it - very good analogy indeed

Plus i want to add I also sympathize with all the physical effects related that I forgot also go along with anxiety not just the mental torture - muscle tension, headaches , skin etc.
now that I am thinking back and recalling after your OP and of course the heart feelings you mentioned

I know you have a lot going on but if you wonder what I’m even talking about it was like this >
https://www.abcactionnews.com/money/consumer/taking-action-for-you/the-worst-side-effects-of-one-of-the-most-popular-antibiotics-is-buried-in-fine-print

[Ilsa]

7. Give the Lexapro time to kick in

and help you feel better. It may take longer to determine what time of day you prefer to take it if it causes you to have a sleepy spell later in the day. I hope it also gives you z burst of energy and alleviates neck and/or shoulder pain if you have that also.

Good luck!

[sprinkleeninow]

8. I believe stress can take a toll even if one practices good nutrition,

exercises, smoke-free and little or nor alcohol indulgence.

Good to hear you are being treated.

[ancianita]

9. All the best in your network of help. Accepting help is a gracious act that also calms your heart.

[ffr]

10. Rest up and get your batteries recharged.

tRump should be the one on the verge of health issues, that overweight weasel! Sorry to all the weasels!!

Get well!

[JustFiveMoreMinutes]

11. I'm beginning to think in this day and age, if YOU don't have coping problems...

.. you're NOT paying attention!

I LOVE MY CELEXA!

[seta1950]

12. Be well

I wish you health and an easy recovery

[Karadeniz]

13. Stay well! ❤

[Laura PourMeADrink]

14. Love u RSF !!

[MontanaMama]

16. Thanks for your OP Randy SF.

We’re all coping one way or another. Reaching out is so important. So glad you’re treatment is kicking in and you’re feeling better.

[NBachers]

17. Your DU family is here for you, & we'll be supporting you. I got my Kaiser card the other day,

and am just getting set up with them. I'm glad they're helping you.

[proud patriot]

18. I have Bi Polar

have been for 10 yrs now ..

Peace be with you Brother

[cpamomfromtexas]

20. I am with you. Couldn't take meds so it's been rough.

[lunatica]

21. Trump is dangerous to all living things

I’m definitely taking your advice! Please get well and take care of yourself!

[SunDrop23]

22. We're in this together!

I started Lexapro two weeks ago. I am 50 years old and have been a nervous wreck my entire life, but too proud to admit it. Sometimes I think about how life could have been different. I am still contemplating counseling.

Good luck my friend!

[KT2000]

23. Dear RandySF

I am so glad you are getting the help you need.

A relative's 10 year old daughter is dealing with severe anxiety. The pediatrician told her mother that they are seeing more children with this problem.
I believe this is a symptom of a society that is no longer working for the majority of the people in it, but just a few.

[mittalshivank]

24. I am happy for you.

When you feel resourceful and hopeful everything seems wonderful. I am so happy for you.