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[tra72]

I am Feeling very sensitive at moment . Since Friday I feel like I have woke up inside someone else’s body I was supposed to have a period on Friday but I am late i was 26 days last month and the month before I am on progeston only pill and was dignosed with small fibroid last year I have the sore stomach back ache headaches I am very tearful I have cried on and off since Friday I feel like I need help now from doctor but not going to be able too as today had to work and had a funeral then in morning I am going abroad for 2 weeks for summer holiday I am really upset and anxiety is really bad I feel very scared of the changes happening the thought of relaxing and enjoying myself is terrifying me I have always loved my holidays I don’t want to leave the children even though they are adults I am not sleeping very well and the hot flushes are really bad.

[CLKD]

So - anticipatory anxiety is my worst enemy, currently my GP has prescribed Propranolol ......... as well as my usual AD.

It mayB too late 4 U to speak to your GP so perhaps try Bachs Rescue Remedy.  I have used the mouth spray with success: a couple of squirts and never thought whether it would/not work.

Do U take book tapes or music with you with which to have some 'me' time?

[CLKD]

Oh and do take lots of sanitary protection 'cos the change of water, food, temperature etc is sure as eggs is eggs will bring on a bleed!

[tra72]

Thanks for your replies and help

[fiftyplus]

So - anticipatory anxiety is my worst enemy, currently my GP has prescribed Propranolol ......... as well as my usual AD.

It mayB too late 4 U to speak to your GP so perhaps try Bachs Rescue Remedy.  I have used the mouth spray with success: a couple of squirts and never thought whether it would/not work.

Do U take book tapes or music with you with which to have some 'me' time?

clkd may I ask, in your experience - do you think propranolol would help with my anxiety, or citalopram or valium in the weeks leading up to my colonoscopy - also how long does it take for these to work and could I just take them temporarily until after the procedure as I am still very anxious and possibly depressed about it all and probably will be until it is over and done with x

[bombsh3ll]

My answer would be valium (diazepam) hands down!

You have every justification for requesting this before a colonoscopy.

It is much more effective, and safer in my opinion than a beta blocker.

Diazepam calms the mind and the body, making you feel genuinely relaxed.

Beta blockers mask the physical symptoms of anxiety such as sweating, trembling or a pounding heart but will not alleviate the psychological distress. They also lower heart rate and blood pressure which can be undesirable where these effects are not wanted.

[fiftyplus]

My answer would be valium (diazepam) hands down!

You have every justification for requesting this before a colonoscopy.

It is much more effective, and safer in my opinion than a beta blocker.

Diazepam calms the mind and the body, making you feel genuinely relaxed.

Beta blockers mask the physical symptoms of anxiety such as sweating, trembling or a pounding heart but will not alleviate the psychological distress. They also lower heart rate and blood pressure which can be undesirable where these effects are not wanted.

Many thanks for explaining that to me as I had wondered what the difference was.  How many days before the procedure do you think I should start taking valium as I just know my anxiety is going to be through the roof, I am fearful of everything medical from the hospital to the actual procedure