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DianaJJ Experienced User
August 9th, 2006
Hello,

since i've been menopausal i've had what I think might be panic attacks. I have palpitations on a regular basis but they get much worse and my heart rate goes way up even if I just sitting or laying down. I feel very anxious and it gets hard to breathe. It's very upsetting to have your heartbeat so fast when you're not exercising or scared. It feel the need to get up and move around. It usually subsides in about 15-20 minutes. Does anyone else experience this?

Thanks for any input,
dj
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slchristianson
replied September 22nd, 2006
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Dianajj

i have had palpitations since I was 21 years old and i'm now 49. They started out a result of a stressful marriage situation. Now they are mostly due to premenopause. There are times when I just get so tired of them I could scream. I am currently taking medication to control them somewhat. They are at their worse during my period though. Sometimes I even get a little chest pain and then a 'rush' feeling that I can't explain. Doctor says heart is ok but can't explain what hapened. I would just love to get in contact with a gyn who is an expert in the menopause field. I think us women deserve some relief. Just know that you're not alone with this palpitation thing. It's more common than you might think. May our lord help us through this transistion period.
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mhopiegirl
replied November 30th, 2006
Panic Attacks
Yes I have the same symptoms I get like an adrenalene rush right before my periods espeially at night . I have the flutters also. It freaks me out sometimes sometimes they subside when my priod is over. My heart was checked also no problems feel a little light headed sometimes also. Like I could pass out someties while driving
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tawny111
replied March 6th, 2007
diana.you may have mitral valve prolapse, i do and i have a very rapid heartbeat, once it was 170...anyhow i use propanolol 20mg twice a day. i get the best price at drugstore dot com. not advertising, but i've found the cheapest meds there..good luck and get better!
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tawny111
replied March 6th, 2007
diana.you may have mitral valve prolapse, i do and i have a very rapid heartbeat, once it was 170...anyhow i use propanolol 20mg twice a day. i get the best price at drugstore dot com. not advertising, but i've found the cheapest meds there..good luck and get better!
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mrsjohnson2007
replied June 23rd, 2007
Panic Attacks
how will I be Sure If I'm actually having a panic attack? I'm open to all advice
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