Mental Health

@SnehaSantra1997

Hello there SnehaSantra1997, sorry to hear, you are dealing with a lot, it's surely difficult to feel that way.

I don't know since how long you are taking the prescribed meds but I have heard it takes a while before they start helping with symptoms.

Maybe you can give a feedback to the doctor that would evaluate again the situation?

Hope you can feel that this community cares for you too so you can reach out to share whenever you feel the need 💙

Have you tried different relaxation techniques? Sometimes it helps with anxiety.

Let us know how things evolve, take care!

@SnehaSantra1997 Lovely profile pic, Sneha, hope your days got a bit better. In any case, this community is here for you and wishes you the best of health and happiness.

Hi Sneha, I went through the same thing. The breathing g, suffocation etc. let me share my experience. I have been dealing with depression for over 20 years. My last battle was about 3 months ago and it hit me pretty hard so I decided to see a psychologist for the first time in about 7 years. It helped me a lot. He discussed how anxiety and depression actually work and he also suggested for me to read 2 books. The 10 Best Ever Anxiety Management Techniques and Feeling Good. They discuss not only coping skills but talk about how bc go the brain works in regards to anxiety and depression. I really liked the books and I am still reading them. I am not a huge fitness guy but for the last 5 months or so I take a walk in my hilly neighborhood and I also jog a little bit to get my heart rate up. This helps me tremendously. I usually do it on my lunch break because I work close to home. I am also on an anti depressant which is 20 mg of Lexapro and when I go through my anxiety/depression episodes I will take Klonopin. There is hope and you will be ok. Trust me.

There is a cure for your sickness... It's YOGA for wellness start doing it sneha

I hope it gets better

@SnehaSantra1997 I'm sorry to hear you're still experiencing these difficult symptoms despite following your prescribed medication regimen. The weight loss you describe (from 52kg to 41kg) is significant and concerning.

Here are some suggestions that might help:

1. Schedule a follow-up appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. Let them know:

   • Your medications aren't adequately controlling your symptoms
   • The significant weight loss you've experienced
   • Any other side effects or concerns

2. Keep a daily log of your symptoms, including:

   • When they occur (time of day)
   • What you were doing before they started
   • How long they last
   • Their severity
   • Any factors that seem to make them better or worse

3. Consider asking for a referral to a specialist if you haven't already seen one - perhaps a psychiatrist who specializes in anxiety disorders or a psychologist who can provide therapy alongside your medication.

4. For the weight loss specifically, a nutritionist consultation might be helpful to develop a plan to restore your weight in a healthy way.

5. Look into complementary approaches that might help alongside your medication:

   • Breathing exercises and meditation for anxiety and chest pressure
   • Gentle physical activity if you're able
   • Establishing consistent sleep and meal routines

Remember that finding the right treatment approach often takes time and adjustments. Your doctor needs to know that your current treatment isn't working as intended so they can help modify your plan.

Please don't give up - with proper medical support and persistence, these symptoms can improve.