Panic attack or am I actually having a heart attack?

[iMemoo]

I feel really sick, have an almighty pain in my chest, like somebody has punched me, can't quite get my breath and am sweating all over.

[Primalscream]

Breath into a paper bag ( or your hands if you haven't got one )
Do that now

[iMemoo]

I don't have one but wil breath into my hands

[BlessThisMess]

I don't think anybody except a professional would be able to tell - please get yourself properly checked out straight away! NHS Direct is 0845 46 47 or phone 999 ... better safe than sorry. Hope it turns out to be panic and sending hugs whatever it is xxx

[iMemoo]

Going to phone dh and get him to phone doctor. Don't think I could be coherent enough.

[Primalscream]

breath into your hands now - if it's a panic attack ( which I think it is ) you will restore your breathing to a normal pattern almost immediately and the other symptoms will fade - i'll stay with you until you feel better ok x

[iMemoo]

It is working. My breathing is a lot better, my chest is really sore though. Just going to lie down and concentrate on my breathing. Than you x

[Primalscream]

My pleasure - you may need to do it a few times to restore normal oxygen levels - although the attack has probably peaked now and will subside naturally -

(( hugs ))

if the chest pains continue however go to a&e immediately - And if you carry on getting panic attacks make an appointment with your gp to discuss them x

[iMemoo]

Feeling so much better now, can actually catch my breath. Thanks for being there.

[Primalscream]

Anytime - now go and make yourself a nice cup of sweet tea.

xx

[BlessThisMess]

Glad you're feeling better xxx