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Re: Depression and AF

Postby Luka » 11 Jun 2013, 14:23

I can also relate to depression and what others have said so far. I've struggled with depression and anxiety (panic attacks) for years (ever since middle school) and, even though I'm taking Prozac, I still struggle with it. Don't get me wrong, as Prozac has helped me tremendously over the years; it just doesn't solve everything. It mainly just takes the edge off.
This fissure has brought back a lot of depression for me. Even though I'm currently healing and doing much better than I was a few months back, I get very depressed and anxious. I'm constantly worrying if the fissure will re-open and come back. It scares the heck out of me. I'm constantly worrying about what I eat and how my BMs will be. I worry if I will someday need surgery, which terrifies me. I'm tired of living in fear. It's very exhausting. : (
So just know that you are not alone. What helps me is getting my mind off of it (I do this by enjoying my various hobbies, including photography and video gaming). I also try to go out with friends as much as I can (as long as I'm feeling up to it) and take day-trips in the area. Sitting around the house all day, every day just makes me worse and causes me to ruminate on things. If I'm having a really bad (painful) day, I will stay home and try to relax. Talking to someone you trust (for me, it's my mom) also helps a lot. There will be days where I cry a lot, too, especially if I'm having more pain than usual. It helps to let it all out sometimes. Otherwise, it just festers inside you.
Have faith in your body and know that you are healing. This, too, shall pass. That's what I keep telling myself every day. One day at a time. You are healing.
Best wishes to you. : )
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Tried Diltiazem, but eventually developed a rash.
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Re: Depression and AF

Postby owmybum » 12 Jun 2013, 02:32

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Re: Depression and AF

Postby afpain123 » 12 Jun 2013, 11:01

Thanks All !! I feel coming to this board is like therapy(listening to success stories and sharing our pain)
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Re: Depression and AF

Postby Luka » 12 Jun 2013, 14:36

Thank you, owmybum. : ) I know your surgery is coming up this week. I will be thinking of you and wishing you the very best in getting better. Image
I wish everyone the best in getting over this horrible condition.
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Tried Diltiazem, but eventually developed a rash.
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Re: Depression and AF

Postby Please go-away! » 15 Jun 2013, 17:01

You are all the greatest so much support:D. My sister recommended an anti-depressant.  I will talk to my doc about it..I was at my wits end when I recently got so plugged up,  and painfully couldn't go.
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Re: Depression and AF

Postby torninhell » 17 Jun 2013, 01:16

This is what I'm feeling right now. I'm torn between depression and anxiety and all I want to do is sleep. The bad thing is I've always been such a cheerful person that never let anything get them down... but this pain is really getting to me and I'm having trouble staying positive.
I'm glad other people can relate and have coped with the situation. It gives me a little hope that I'll be able to deal with it too. I am at my wit's end and I can't afford a visit to a psychiatrist. And even if I did my dad would probably tell me not to bother as he doesn't believe in such a thing.
I'll try all the advice you guys gave in this thread. Thank you.
To the OP, I hope you are able to deal with your depression.
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