Yesterday something happened to us as we were in group and then when we got home and off and on throughout the evening. There were sharp pains that shot through the left side of my chest just off and on. I felt as though I could not breath and it was scary. When I got home from group I called my PCP and explained what was happening.

I have been sick with low potassium and iron. My thoughts were that it was something to do with my heart because of health reasons. But my PCP said she felt I was having an anxiety or panic attack. For some reason, that did not make it easier nor did they stop. I am to call her back tomorrow to let her know how I feel.

I know I have been under so much stress and carrying a lot so I did think that maybe it could be nerves or something. I have an anxiety and panic attacks many times before, but I do not remember them ever feeling like so much pain in my chest. It scared me and I feel very shakey.

I am not on any anxiety meds at this time. Has anyone experienced this and could you give me any advice on how to calm down? I know that I need to work on what is bothering me and I am trying. I do not want to take anything for them that will mask over what I am feeling, as I want to be able to feel the pain and deal with what I need to so I can move on.

Just feeling overwhelmed and scared. Running and so much noise and confusion within. Needing it to stop yet knowing that the way out is to go through this and not mask the feelings. So, so afraid.

dps