Just Phoned Nhs24 And They Think Its Bad Anxiety

[gordiescotland1]

Hi there I got in a real state I read that breathlessness could be a silent heart attack so I phoned NHS24 and they were really good they said I am talking fast and in long sentences so I am not breathless (eh??) but my friend gave me a colouring book with coloured pens for the journey I didnt go on so I am going to sit and try and do them and take my mind off it when Im doing something Im not breathless. I am trying to avoid diazepam i honestly think it makes my agitation worse but if necessary will take it in 1 hour I have a thumping headache as well

[Kimdottir]

Gordie, try the paper bag to slow your breathing down. It's hyperventilation more than breathlessness. Are you taking antidepressants still?

[gordiescotland1]

Im going to see the doctor tomorrow afternoon I felt the anti depressants made my anxiety worse but I know it can do that short term. So i am not at the moment but Im going to see doctor and see what he thinks

[ummmm]

And you can keep your updates in one thread.

[shaneystar2]

Do your colouring .It's a very relaxing hobby ,the new stress buster. I do them myself .I like the fashion ones .There are lots of lovely books you can get if you have a look on Amazon .They do take your mind off things .
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/art/art-news/11413517/Adults-turn-to-colouring-books-to-fight-stress.html

[Bathsheba]

gordie...what strength are your diazepam? I really think they will help you, as does the GP obviously, if he's prescribed them for you

Baths x x

[gordiescotland1]

5mg

[Kimdottir]

Gordie, they can make it worse for the first couple of weeks. That's the anxiety coming out. You really need to stick with them.

[Bathsheba]

That's exactly what I take every night :) No problems at all, just a lovely peaceful kip....usually on sofa till 3am, when i wake up + get in bed :)

x x