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Re: 33 Weeks PG w/Anxiety Attacks

From: M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 11 Nov 2001 13:41:51 -0600 (CST)

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At Fri, 9 Nov 2001, LisaC wrote: >
>Ever since I reached my 31st week of pg I have been having panic/anxiety
>attacks. I have a heavy feeling in my chest, I feel as though I cannot
>breath and then I begin to panic. I will start shaking and crying for
>no reason and sometimes my panic attack will cause my asthma to flare
>up. I never had these conditions before, except for my asthma, and I am
>very scared. My OB/GYN has placed me on Lorzapam 2mg twice a day, which
>seems to be helping but I am concerned about the fetus. Can this cause
>any harm? My OB/GYN stated he would not give me any meds that may be
>harmful to the baby. If there is anyone out there going through this
>same problem I would really appreciate hearing from you. Every little
>bit of encouragement could help. Thanks!!! You can e-mail me at
>LMC1093@aol.com or just answer on this forum.

An occasional lorazepam will not harm your baby. You should ask your doc to test you for other conditions that can mimic panic attacks, however -- your blood pressure should be monitored, as well as tests to make sure your thyroid is not overactive.

Also, I suggest seeing a counselor or psychologist to hlep you learn some relaxation techniques that can hlep with panic attacks.

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M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG
S. Lake Tahoe, CA

author of "Your Over-35 Week-by-Week Pregnancy Guide"

**this is for general educational purposes only and does not supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician**
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