I'm going crazy

babymamamegs · March 2016

Okay ladies, I've been to the ER a lot since December of last year for random chest pains. They always tell me it's nothing to worry about. I have been having this weird dull ache in the middle of my chest tonight and with my anxiety, it freaks me out.. as does everything! I'm trying not to go to ER because they'll probably tell me the same thing. I called my on-call obgyn and he's going to set me up with a cardiologist. My question is, would you go back to the ER? Or does it sound like indigestion? For those that have has indigestion! I'm really thinking that might be what it is but I'm not sure!

HELP

mrszoess · March 2016

we aren't doctors. didn't you allegedly have an obgyn appt yesterday? why didn't you ask all these questions to an actual Doctor?

Also if you called the on call doctor and they didn't send you to an emergency room why would you ask US if you should go?

try tums and lie on your left side.

edit bc it posted too soon.

babymamamegs · March 2016

Yesterday? No.. Thursday

and yes I did but he suggested it might be indigestion. But I'm not familiar with it and I'm just wondering if any of you ladies may be familiar with it and what it feels like to maybe ease my mind tonight. Like I said I talked to him again tonight and he just said he is going to schedule me with a cardiologist. I didn't ask all the questions I wanted because they said at my appt that they do that at my 13 week appt and I'm only 8 weeks 1 day

wkate10 · March 2016

First off I think you should talk to your doctor and your decision to go to the er is up to you. Ive actually gone to the er with severe chest pain a few years ago and they told me I have costochondritis. For me it felt weird to breathe and I had pains in my chest that went from a dull ache to a stabbing like feeling when I moved. I dont know if any doctors have talked to you about costochondritis but it may be worth asking about. Hope you feel better soon!

br0co1ii · March 2016

Probably indigestion. Feels like an ache or a cramp right in the middle of your chest. Also, I really am feeling deja vu on this post. I bet the search function would be very useful for this...
I had super bad indigestion when I was I'm my 20's because I worked bad hours and often slept right after eating. I had to go on prescription meds for it. So, avoid eating and then laying right down. Take a walk before bed. Avoid red sauce, coffee, citrus... and take some Tums and relax. Prop your head up when you sleep. It might help to raise the head-side of the bed with bricks or something.

babymamamegs · March 2016

wkate10 said:

First off I think you should talk to your doctor and your decision to go to the er is up to you. Ive actually gone to the er with severe chest pain a few years ago and they told me I have costochondritis. For me it felt weird to breathe and I had pains in my chest that went from a dull ache to a stabbing like feeling when I moved. I dont know if any doctors have talked to you about costochondritis but it may be worth asking about. Hope you feel better soon!

Doesn't feel weird when I breathe and the dull ache is central, has been happening for about a week, only lasts for around 5-30 seconds. And seems to not happen all that much. I will ask about that though!! Thank you, it really helps!

babymamamegs · March 2016

br0co1ii said:

Probably indigestion. Feels like an ache or a cramp right in the middle of your chest. Also, I really am feeling deja vu on this post. I bet the search function would be very useful for this...
I had super bad indigestion when I was I'm my 20's because I worked bad hours and often slept right after eating. I had to go on prescription meds for it. So, avoid eating and then laying right down. Take a walk before bed. Avoid red sauce, coffee, citrus... and take some Tums and relax. Prop your head up when you sleep. It might help to raise the head-side of the bed with bricks or something.

I seem to post about chest pains a lot I know

it's that stubborn anxiety in me! Uhg, thank you! That pretty much sounds exactly like what it is and I did lay down right after I ate, tums will help?! Will have to try those out until I get conformation from doc.. thank you!! Makes me feel a lot better actually, I've never had indigestion/bad heartburn or anything so I don't really know what to look for. Thank you all

PeggyOlsonFTW · March 2016

It's interesting how you're making new posts but not responding to any of the questions we brought up for you in O16 about your conflicting statements about doctor's appointments.

babymamamegs · March 2016

PeggyOlsonFTW said:

It's interesting how you're making new posts but not responding to any of the questions we brought up for you in O16 about your conflicting statements about doctor's appointments.

What? Please screenshot because I haven't conflicted them. I had one that was scheduled at the end of march, but it was to long for me to wait, so I went somewhere else last Thursday I believe at 7 wk 5 d. Then I had an appt yesterday but rescheduled because my ob was stuck in surgery. Is that better?

PeggyOlsonFTW · March 2016

babymamamegs said:

PeggyOlsonFTW said:

It's interesting how you're making new posts but not responding to any of the questions we brought up for you in O16 about your conflicting statements about doctor's appointments.

What? Please screenshot because I haven't conflicted them. I had one that was scheduled at the end of march, but it was to long for me to wait, so I went somewhere else last Thursday I believe at 7 wk 5 d. Then I had an appt yesterday but rescheduled because my ob was stuck in surgery. Is that better?

You posted a picture of an ultrasound with a ton of personal information on St. Patrick's Day, then the next day posted on a symptoms thread saying that your first appointment and ultrasound was on 3/19. Kinda fishy.

babymamamegs · March 2016

PeggyOlsonFTW said:

babymamamegs said:

PeggyOlsonFTW said:

It's interesting how you're making new posts but not responding to any of the questions we brought up for you in O16 about your conflicting statements about doctor's appointments.

What? Please screenshot because I haven't conflicted them. I had one that was scheduled at the end of march, but it was to long for me to wait, so I went somewhere else last Thursday I believe at 7 wk 5 d. Then I had an appt yesterday but rescheduled because my ob was stuck in surgery. Is that better?

You posted a picture of an ultrasound with a ton of personal information on St. Patrick's Day, then the next day posted on a symptoms thread saying that your first appointment and ultrasound was on 3/19. Kinda fishy.

A ton of personal info? It had my name -.- and that makes no sense because I had my ultrasound on the 17th, I'm sorry you're so worried about my dates, but I really don't see what even bringing this up is helping? Sometimes I get anxiety and I post a lot, it doesn't hurt anyone and all the ladies are usually okay with it and comment back helpful info, not saying you haven't been one of them. But I feel like you're trying to cause an argument and it kinda confuses me?¿?¿?¿?

PeggyOlsonFTW · March 2016

babymamamegs said:

PeggyOlsonFTW said:

babymamamegs said:

PeggyOlsonFTW said:

It's interesting how you're making new posts but not responding to any of the questions we brought up for you in O16 about your conflicting statements about doctor's appointments.

What? Please screenshot because I haven't conflicted them. I had one that was scheduled at the end of march, but it was to long for me to wait, so I went somewhere else last Thursday I believe at 7 wk 5 d. Then I had an appt yesterday but rescheduled because my ob was stuck in surgery. Is that better?

You posted a picture of an ultrasound with a ton of personal information on St. Patrick's Day, then the next day posted on a symptoms thread saying that your first appointment and ultrasound was on 3/19. Kinda fishy.

A ton of personal info? It had my name -.- and that makes no sense because I had my ultrasound on the 17th, I'm sorry you're so worried about my dates, but I really don't see what even bringing this up is helping? Sometimes I get anxiety and I post a lot, it doesn't hurt anyone and all the ladies are usually okay with it and comment back helpful info, not saying you haven't been one of them. But I feel like you're trying to cause an argument and it kinda confuses me?¿?¿?¿?

I'm saying that your dates are fishy. Why would you post an ultrasound on the 17th and then come back and post on the 18th saying that your first appointment and ultrasound was the following day, the 19th? That bothers some because of past catfishing stories on the Bump.

br0co1ii · March 2016

@babymamamegs your US pic had not only a real name, but the location of where it was done. Meaning anyone with ill intentions can find you. I highly advise you to fix that photo.

Also, if you check the symptoms thread, you will see what we are talking about regarding the conflicting statements you made. We are not necessarily trying to start an argument, but as @PeggyOlsonFTW pointed out, there are TONS of catfish on the Bump. You may be one. I may be one. Anyone may be one. This is why we take not revealing personal info very seriously, as well as being careful and watchful of what others post. Things have gotten bad in the past, and we are protective of not only ourselves, but the community.

Glow360 · March 2016

Stop clogging up ER, go see a mental health professional. ER doctors tell you same thing because your a hyperchondriac, nothing is wrong means nothing is wrong. Whatever medication your taking for anxiety is not working. lol

SisterMaryNapalm · March 2016

You mentioned you have anxiety. When I had anxiety attacks, I felt similar pressure on my chest. Do the episodes coincide with particular stressors? It could be that your anxiety symptoms have changed slightly.

babymamamegs · March 2016

br0co1ii said:

@babymamamegs your US pic had not only a real name, but the location of where it was done. Meaning anyone with ill intentions can find you. I highly advise you to fix that photo.

Also, if you check the symptoms thread, you will see what we are talking about regarding the conflicting statements you made. We are not necessarily trying to start an argument, but as @PeggyOlsonFTW pointed out, there are TONS of catfish on the Bump. You may be one. I may be one. Anyone may be one. This is why we take not revealing personal info very seriously, as well as being careful and watchful of what others post. Things have gotten bad in the past, and we are protective of not only ourselves, but the community.

I understand now, okay, I will go in and change my US picture, thank you. That makes so much more sense

babymamamegs · March 2016

SisterMaryNapalm said:

You mentioned you have anxiety. When I had anxiety attacks, I felt similar pressure on my chest. Do the episodes coincide with particular stressors? It could be that your anxiety symptoms have changed slightly.

I know that it is possible but I also know that the pain is real, you know what I mean? I just really think it's indigestion. I do have chest pain from anxiety though

babymamamegs · March 2016

Glow360 said:

Stop clogging up ER, go see a mental health professional. ER doctors tell you same thing because your a hyperchondriac, nothing is wrong means nothing is wrong. Whatever medication your taking for anxiety is not working. lol

I don't "clog up" the er, I went because I could have been having a heart attack or some other type of life threatening thing happening. And I don't take medicine anymore because the only thing I took was 2 mg valium and I can't anymore because I am pregnant. I don't feel the need to be on medication because I'm not that bad off, my anxiety is more focused on thinking every little thing is going to kill me. I've gotten to the point where now I can tell the different between anxiety and something actually being wrong. I would much rather naturally cope with it than take meds. But thank you for the suggestion

PugsandKisses · March 2016

babymamamegs said:

Glow360 said:

Stop clogging up ER, go see a mental health professional. ER doctors tell you same thing because your a hyperchondriac, nothing is wrong means nothing is wrong. Whatever medication your taking for anxiety is not working. lol

I don't "clog up" the er, I went because I could have been having a heart attack or some other type of life threatening thing happening. And I don't take medicine anymore because the only thing I took was 2 mg valium and I can't anymore because I am pregnant. I don't feel the need to be on medication because I'm not that bad off, my anxiety is more focused on thinking every little thing is going to kill me. I've gotten to the point where now I can tell the different between anxiety and something actually being wrong. I would much rather naturally cope with it than take meds. But thank you for the suggestion

Chest pain for heart attacks: Angina is chest pain or discomfort caused when your heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood. It may feel like pressure or squeezing in your chest. The discomfort also can occur in your shoulders, arms, neck, jaw, or back
https://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/HeartAttack/SymptomsDiagnosisofHeartAttack/Angina-Chest-Pain_UCM_450308_Article.jsp#.VvKSkUcjrHI

Heart-related chest pain

Although chest pain is commonly attributed to heart disease, many people with heart disease say they experience a vague discomfort for which "pain" doesn't seem to be an adequate description. In general, chest discomfort related to a heart attack or another heart problem may be described by or associated with one or more of the following:

Pressure, fullness or tightness in your chest
Crushing or searing pain that radiates to your back, neck, jaw, shoulders and arms — particularly your left arm
Pain that lasts more than a few minutes, gets worse with activity, goes away and comes back or varies in intensity
Shortness of breath
Cold sweats
Dizziness or weakness
Nausea or vomiting

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/chest-pain/basics/symptoms/con-20030540

Heart Attack Signs in Women

Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain in the center of your chest. It lasts more than a few minutes, or goes away and comes back.
Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.
Other signs such as breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
As with men, women’s most common heart attack symptom is chest pain or discomfort. But women are somewhat more likely than men to experience some of the other common symptoms, particularly shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting and back or jaw pain.

https://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/HeartAttack/WarningSignsofaHeartAttack/Heart-Attack-Symptoms-in-Women_UCM_436448_Article.jsp#.VvKS4kcjrHI

As you said, it only last 5-30 seconds. A simple google shows the top 3 things. "chest pain" that is related to heart issues last several minutes, may leave and return, with in minutes and tends to be stronger. Usually, activity makes it worst. Most people have difficulty breathing, start sweating, and have arm/face pain/numbness. In women, we tend to nausea/vomiting, and dizziness.

Stop going to the ER with your symptoms and follow up with a cardiologist. Your 'chest pain' has been ruled out not to be 'heart attack" aka MI related. Your cardiologist with follow up with out potential diagnosis, and will do other diagnostic tools, such as a echocardiogram.

I also 2nd a therapist/psch. There are other anxiety meds that are safer than valium for anxiety. Plus, there is the benfits of taking something. Especially when you are going to the ER for the same symptoms that you are not following their orders.

FinePlacentaPie · March 2016

babymamamegs said:

Glow360 said:

Stop clogging up ER, go see a mental health professional. ER doctors tell you same thing because your a hyperchondriac, nothing is wrong means nothing is wrong. Whatever medication your taking for anxiety is not working. lol

I don't "clog up" the er, I went because I could have been having a heart attack or some other type of life threatening thing happening. And I don't take medicine anymore because the only thing I took was 2 mg valium and I can't anymore because I am pregnant. I don't feel the need to be on medication because I'm not that bad off, my anxiety is more focused on thinking every little thing is going to kill me. I've gotten to the point where now I can tell the different between anxiety and something actually being wrong. I would much rather naturally cope with it than take meds. But thank you for the suggestion

If you don't want to take medication, I would really suggest trying at least a couple of sessions of therapy for this. This is a legitimate form of anxiety that requires treatment, and will likely only get worse with fluctuating hormones during pregnancy. You will experience random pains, not so random pains, in all different places, and you don't want to spend your entire pregnancy thinking the whole world is ending.

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