Panic Attacks, what can i do to help me get through it

[jofeb04]

Hiya
I have panic attacks through PND, but also as i have a problem with my throat when eating certain things. Think that might be an allergy problem, but when it happens, my breathing really does alter. It seems to be a lot like when ive had panic attacks in the past.
I know of the paper bag, but what else can i do?
Thanks in advance

jofe04
I think you should see your dr in all honesty.
Panick attack is a diagnosis that should not be easily dished out, there are a number of things that can mimic a panick attack and visa versa. I would be reluctant to give you any advice about what to do untill you have the possibility of an allergy ruled out (esp if you feel it is an allergy that effects your breathing)

Sorry I cant be of more help

I once read a book called "Feel the fear and do it anyway." Is totally corny and common sense but it kind of helped. It basically made me address the physical aspects of a panic attack and made me realise that it wasn't doing me any harm. I still (once a year?) get the onset of panic attacks. I now tell someone (usually my husband) "Ooh I feel a bit panicky" and that kind of helps too to difuse the situation. Not sure if that helps.

Thx for the advice.
Got the doctors on wed

i used to suffer every day from these for years. 2 things helped them stop. 1 was relaxation exercises when they began to start. the second that prevented them coming back was before I'd do anything that began to panic me (even going to the shops). I'd think of the worse thing that could happen and what I'd do if it did. I'd plan a course of action and be prepared for it.

If it is panic attacks I hope this helps.

hiya
sorry to her you're having a horrible time with this. My experience started 12 years ago after the traumatic arrival of dd1. I started having panic attacks, I thought I was going to die, and had a feeling of pressure in my throat. I went on anti depresants for a while but didn't like them so went cold turkey. Anyway I found that talking to myself was the only way forward for me. I still have the odd day when I think it's happening again, but I can take my mind off the symptoms and tell myself I am ok. Def worth checking at the docs though. Good luck

have to say i totally agree with springerspaniel when i am having one i just say to dp "here we go again" he leaves me to it and tells my 2ds to leave mummy a minute. Also keep repeating it will pass over and over i find this helps

Rescue Remedy

May be a load of bull but it worked for me, I had them years ago, usually in a queue at the supermarket or if in a bar and I wasn't near the door.

They are a sign of stress (I was going through a break up at the time) so could be linked to your pnd.

xx