Seven Days...

[lorigirl76]

Today has been seven days since I had my last panic attack and seven days since any real sense of anxiety.  I'm not 100% better, but I do feel like the 50 mg of Zoloft has finally started to do what it is supposed to do and not feeling anxious all the time is a good feeling.  The only thing I am still experiencing is a little tingling in my arms and fingers at times and maybe just a little morning nervousness.  Otherwise I am doing pretty good.  I really appreciate all of you that have answered questions for me this past month.  It's nice to know there are people here that understand and can help me when I need it.  :)

[lorigirl76]

Thanks!  :)

[BluCrystal]

That's awesome!  It's always so nice to read a post that is positive! :-)  I am happy for you.  Sounds like you have a bit of unnecessary nervousness going on.  Google relaxation techniques and try them.  Alot of them work for me.  If doing these things regularly does not cause improvement, then see your doctor and request a mild anti-anxiety med, like lorazepam.  This can be taken on an as need basis, enters the bloodstream quickly (about 20 minutes it will start to work), and the effect will last about 4 hours.  NOTE: this drug is a benzodiazepine which can be addictive, and people who take it regularly are dependent on it, no matter how little a dosage is taken.  Consider this very carefully before allowing your doctor to prescribe ANY benzo (you can ask him if a drug he suggests is a benzo, and if there are alternatives).  And, as always, do as your doctor tells you.  Blessings - Blu

[kimberly826]

I am very happy for you!!!!!!

[j17c27]

That's great! It's such a relief to get a break from anxiety, and knowing that something works for you!