Question by ellagirl: Can having panic disorder make one gain weight?
A few years ago, I developed panic disorder, and due to the panic attacks, I also developed depression. Even before taking any medication, or anything, the panic attacks made me gain weight. Is this a common part of anxiety and depression? Does this have anything to do with excess cortisol or adrenaline?
You know, the weight came on before the medication. I guess I have been eating more as a way to feel more stable.

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My boyfriend was diagnosed with panic disorder and anxiety attacks before he joined the Marine Corps. 6 years ago. He received meds but did not and does not take them. He spent 2 terms in Iraq and has been out of the service for 2 years. We’ve also been dating 2 years and he has had NO PROBLEMS and NO SIGNS OF ANXIETY since I’ve met him. He says his disorder has not been causing him any problems for a long time. When he got out of the Marines, he didn’t claim this as disability because he didn’t want it on his record. Now, since he’s been out, he’s been going to school for law enforcement. When they test him, what are his chances of passing? If they see his previous records, will this severly hinder his chances? Did he throw away 2 years and thousands of dollars with school??

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Panic attacks are extremely frightening. Panic sufferers often believe they are having a heart attack and they dash to their physician or end up in an emergency room. Which is exactly what they should do. An accurate diagnosis is the first step in relieving panic attacks. A diagnosis is vital because panic attacks mimic a number of potentially serious medical conditions

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I have a lot of troubles breathing. I’ve had panic disorder for about a year. I’ve been checked out for other issues, it seems to be just panic disorder. Does anyone else with panic disorder have troubles breathing more than once and awhile? I have also developed OCD now, I always check my pulse…like always. My friends always notice me doing it. They always just wonder why i’m doing it, and tell me i’m fine. I honeslty can’t stop doing it, not matter how hard I try. I also notice it my panic attacks get worse when I’m around smoke, or if I even have a drink or 2. I don’t drink on a regular basis. Hardly ever. I ate chocolate today and I’ve been having worse panic attacks. Also caffine I know is another one that triggers panic attacks. I don’t drink coffee, but I had an ice cap the other day and it was bad after…I had panic attacks like the rest of the day till I went to sleep. Tonight I broke down. I hate medication I don’t take it anymore. I don’t have much control over this. help
I don’t know how to deal with this. I’ve been to so many doctors. They all tell me i’m healthy. I always think i’m not. It ffeels helpless. I know a lot off people deal with this problems. Anyone I talk to that does I feel for them, because I know exactly how they feel. It’s horrible. I just like being reasured about this issue. It’s so hard not thinking it’s something else. I always get very moody too, while i’m having an attack. I feel bad cause I treat my boyfriend like crap, when he’s only trying to help. I don’t know how to control myself. It’s very frustrating.
One more thing. Does anyone with this problem have breathing problems when walking up stairs, or going for walks. Usually during a panic attack. Sometimes I do. Other time running around and being active helps..other time it just seems to irrate my breathing more. Does this sound farmilar to anyone?

I have anxiety disorder and bipolar. I know there is some link between stress and irregulars periods but the drs won’t admit this. I am not sure why. It seems when I am having different phases my periods are different. When I am manic my periods are light; when I am depressed they are heavy. Is it my period causing this change of moods or is it my moods causing the change in my flows?

Well it feels like I can’t breath my face gets tight, nose and mouth and I get freaked out. Does anyone else get this and does it have to do with my panic disorder…

She started having panic attacks in the mourning and blackouts. She went to the Doctor and he perscribed anti-depressants for her and told her she had a chemical inbalance. The Doctor didn’t test her or anything he just asked her question for about ten minutes then perscribed anti-depressants. He later then got his license to practice medicine taken away. Her panic attacks went away but eventually she will have to go off the medication. I have been reading about panic attacks and I am psych major so I understand a little bit about the brain and disorders can anyone help shed more light on the subject of panic attacks and black outs?

I wrote this in another forum and one person suggested I ask here also. I am 33, married for 10 years- very happily. Both of us have good jobs.
I asked what is the determining factor in deciding to have a baby. I have OCD and Panic Disorder. I am currently on 150 zoloft and 20mg valium. I’m wondering if anyone has had these disorders and had children. If yes, did you have to stop the medication while pregnant? What effects did you have while pregnant? Did you breast feed? Could you take meds while breast feeding? Can/could you handle the stress of a newborn or was it overwhelming?
Any info would be soooo helpful. Please…