Posted by Susan J on September 16, 2003, at 9:52:54
In reply to Panic attack or hypotension?, posted by Eddie Sylvano on September 16, 2003, at 9:01:13
>>I don't remeber feeling "panicky," but I did wonder if I might be dying. I've had postural hypotension before (dizzy when you stand up), but this seemed much more pronounced and sweaty.
<<If I had to pick between the two, I'd say hypotension from standing up. Have you changed meds recently or stopped caffeine or smoking or alcohol or something like that? And if you've got insurance, it couldn't hurt to go see a doc to make sure. My insurance lets me call an urgent care line where I can describe symptoms and they (nurse practitioners) make a recommendation about whether it needs further investigation by a doctor.Of course, "the Hours" can send any depressive over the edge. Loved the movie, but was super sad for days and days afterward.
Susan
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