Posted by JohnX on March 11, 2001, at 22:21:59
In reply to Re: Klonapin and it's Risks John, posted by Lorraine on March 11, 2001, at 10:22:16
> > > John: >
> Also, get a thorough physical if you haven't already to rule out any other causes of your pain (I hope your doc has done enough testing to rule out any other causes).
> >
> > Hope this help,
>
> Thanks John. I am getting a physical--beginning of next month. Cardiovascular is what I think needs to be checked out. Apparently, Mitral Valve Prolapse is associated with these symptoms (tightness in chest, difficulty taking deep breath). It is also associated with Panic Attacks. Was there anything else you were thinking I should have checked out? I'm making a list.I think you are on the right track. Get a thorough physical to rule out any serious conditions. Another option I didn't mention which may help quickly is to take a beta-blocker (a blood pressure med) like Inderal (propranolol). The beta blocker dampens the effects of adrenaline (flight or fight chemical). Adrenaline release can result in panic attacks, tightness of chest, difficulty breathing. It does sound like your symptoms are similar to those in a panic attack, which is often mastaken for feeling like a heart attach or stroke (I know personally). A beta-blocker should help for chest pain and especially if you experience a racing heart. But I wouldn't take any BP meds without having the physical to check out your cardiovascular system for any critical abnormalities.
Good luck.
-John
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