My Heart is Scaring Me: Help for Cardiac Health Anxiety

[@tonybp]

It's gotten so bad for me that I'm scared of going to sleep. I wake up in the middle of the night with my heart pounding and empty feeling in my chest while my heart is racing. I went to the doctor a few days ago and had some blood work and ECG done, my BP and cholesterol was high, so the doctor gave some meds, ECG was fine other than rapid heartbeat. It's been a rough start of the year with the loss of a cousin and weeks later an aunt. I'm also unemployed and been running all kinds of bad scenarios on my mind so I think all of this stuff is catching up to me. I hope I can get rid of all this and videos like this one help out a lot, thanks.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

You have gone through so much and it sounds like you are feeling stressed. I hope you feel better and I’m glad the video is helpful.

[@mohesh-sagargurroby6273]

Take care of yourself bud. It must have not been an easy phase. I hope you get the energy to overcome all these difficulties .🙏

[@houseoflamarr3674]

does anyone get anxious about being anxious about being anxious lol

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, that’s a thing 😊

[@Uiuuyyy]

Yes... i am in anxiety because i heard chronic stress can cause many diseases.. it can cause heart problem cancer ulcer air crash or road accident hair loss , A ,B , C , E etc etc... I am like a man who someone asks not to think about a black dog when you close your eyes.... if you think about balck dog then you'll get cancer.. now i see balck dog every where. I was fine until i learnt chronic stress is harmful. Now i am stressed because it is harmful. In short i am anxious about being anxious... I am scared of stress and anxiety. Which causes anxiety in me... Good day sir.

[@yuliyabogdanova2631]

I am I the same boat. I read the same thing and this knowledge keeps the fervor going. I am constantly worry about being stressed/anxiety which makes me even more anxious. I have no idea how to get out of this loop. Been here for 1.5 years and I see no end. Have you figured it out? Did something help you overcome this?

[@tiffhamill567]

Yep 😂

[@YOU-niter]

Dr Claire Weekes’ book helped me understand anxiety & understanding it is key to overcoming it.

[@andar09]

For 3 years I've been plagued by this illness. Multiple ER visits, EKG'S, chest x-rays, Holter monitor, stress test, even an echocaridiogram. All normal. Blood pressure perfect, heart is healthy is what I've been told by a heart specialist and at least 10 different doctors. Yet I've still felt they "missed" something. I stopped drinking caffeine and alcohol, ate as clean as a could, and stopped going to the gym all in fear of the grim reaper coming for me. I'm a 32 yr old male and I knew something had to change, I couldn't keep living like this. I've since accepted the symptoms and embraced them, it's still extremely difficult for me and I struggle at times. I tell myself I have to keep fighting for my family and I won't allow my own body to defeat me. Stay strong my kings and queens. Keep fighting

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry you have been through this. I love your attitude. Keep up the good work. ❤️

[@captainunderpants936]

How much alcohol did you drink when you were younger cause I have it to and I used to party and I think I did it to myself 😮

[@rahulvaidya9762]

Did you guys give a try to magnesium supplements ?

[@leannaabutler]

I am also struggling with this. Thank for sharing you are making me feel less alone.

[@andar09]

@rahulvaidya9762 I know this is late but my wife got them for me and they seem to work! Not sure if it actually does or if it's a placebo effect but hey who cares as long as it works!

[@erinzak7603]

I cried watching this. This is me 100%. I need help because I’m starting to have agoraphobia. Thank you for this video. It gives me hope.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry you are dealing with this. Here is my latest video for people with cardiophobia. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hV6yq6arntWkibMsi=KNFJPyiu5LOIGUva.

[@msinoisserped]

I had agoraphobia for many years. Just because of this.

[@ravioli-bamboli]

I found your videos about 2 years ago, you’ve helped me go from having extreme agoraphobia to leaving my house getting a job and moving to a new town. Without you I would still be where I was then so thank you

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

That is incredible! Good for you! That took a lot of work and commitment. You just made my day 🙏❤️

[@pasty0057]

She has helped me so much too. I am beyond thankful. Best therapist on KZbin

[@thethirstygoose398]

Amazing!! Well done👍

[@RailroadedFilms]

I e had agoraphobia since 2005. Glad to see you are doing better.

[@grumblekin]

One of the most important things to remember is that your heart is a mechanical organ. If there IS a problem with it, it WON'T stop or come and go until it's fixed. If it comes and goes, it isn't disease. It's hypersensitivity. No matter what you feel is happening, if it isn't constant, it is anxiety, especially if you've been checked out completely. Even thinking about your heart being healthy is enough to change the pattern or speed it up.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes. That’s important to remember. Even speaking one word raises your heartbeat and listening to someone else speak does the same thing. Thank you for your comment 🙏❤️

[@elizabethjackson3176]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy Doctor Paige, what do you mean by speaking one word changes the speed? I just want to be sure I understand??

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I was just referring to how sensitive our heart rates are. If we hear a noise our heart rate goes up. Or if we speak, our heart rate goes up. That is a completely normal function and nothing to be concerned about.

[@nicolevellake5623]

I did not know that speaking can effect our heart rate . It makes a lot of sense and I am so glad I found your page . Some days you think you are loosing your mind , but when you figure out what you have it’s not so scary .

[@coldoutkast]

man, that was exceedingly helpful ❤

[@dizzyd1910]

I was a hypochondriac and my anxiety turned into a vicious cycle, panic attacks and all. Eventually I came to the conclusion that I just got fed up and stopped caring about dying, this may not work for everyone but for me it did. Without fear anxiety is useless

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so glad that helped you. You are right about fear driving health anxiety. But sometimes the body responds automatically by causing hyper sensitivity to the feared anxiety symptoms. And a process of retraining the brain through interoceptive desensitization is recommended.

[@kristinadanielle4130]

yess i'm getting to that point. i've been having anxiety since 5th grade im 20 now and i'm so annoyed like just let whatever happens at this point 😂

[@ashleylamb1000]

Every single thing that is mentioned in this video is me. I was doing better & my mom got into a freak car accident and that has started me up all over again. I have had multiple ER, Primary, and Cardiologist visits. Xrays, Ekgs, Ecg & heart rate monitor all says ok, still every pain I have sends me into a spiral! I've been battling for 10 months now & I hate it! I wish I had someone like you near me! THank you for this. You truly save lives.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Ashley. I am sorry you go through this and I am sorry your mom had that accident. I hope she is ok. If you ever need more help, shoot me a message at paigepradko.com.

[@dougg1165]

When you learn to not fear death your anxiety level goes to zero. It has worked wonders for me. Instead of concentrating on my body ailments I instead focus on How blessed I am. I'm dying and treasure each day...And I certainly don't worry about dying. I do have empathy for those who do. I wish them the very best and I'll see 'em later! 🙏❤️

[@jasbirde]

How u do that?..affermation or something else..

[@vikkibrown2023]

@dougg1165~~God Bless you and keep you safe~~For as long as you can, enjoy everyday of your precious life~~I will pray for you~~🙏🙏🙏💖💖💖~~

[@jozefien1702]

you my friend have found the way out of anxiety, it's exactly what you said learn to not fear anxiety. You can not get rid of anxiety because anxiety is a normal emotion just like happiness and sadness. But when where happy we don;t go omg i am so happy why am so happy and why am i smling so much? No we don't question happiness but we do it with the not so fun emotions like anxiety and when we start to fear or supress those emotions and feelings a problem will start to apear called the anxiety disorder. we get sstuck i a hamster wheel with fearing thoughts and feelings and want to do everything to not feel or think it. But when you just let it happen without resistance or compulsive behavouirs our nervous system gets a break and can start to heal and anxiety will slowly but surely not be a problem anymore. Sounds easy but it's not i know that still working on it allowing something that feels so horrible is not easy but it's the only way out

[@TodJennings-h7g]

Yes I agree. Personally i believe in God my prayer is your prayer enough of them God may make a way for future people. God thank you for people working together every day though we sometimes have conflict help us continue to help each other for everyone has talents no one can do all you can God AMEN

[@Joshuafoxx97]

That’s me!! I’m Josh (literally, my name is Josh). I’ve been suffering from near constant PVCs the last year (about 1-2 a minute) and it has completely wrecked my mental health. Going out with friends or even the slightest thud in my chest that’s hard will send me spiraling into a panic. I am hoping to get final word that my heart is void of any real problem, and in the meantime I will definitely be working on my response prevention, and some exposure. Thank you for this information!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

You are more than welcome. Hoping you are well and once you have that information, you can even begin interoceptive sensitivity reduction training to train your brain to be less sensitive to those sensations.

[@manjenjenjevee8020]

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[@amberlimbaugh]

I'd love to know how it went for you. I'm in the same boat. PVC's (1-2 a minute). I have noticed things that seem to bring them on or make them worse. Lack of sleep, eating a large meal (or sometimes just eating in general), and after exercise. They're so bothersome and scary, but at this point more bothersome than anything. I have an appointment in a week with a cardiologist here, so I'm looking forward to seeing what he has to say. Good news or bad I've kinda come to accept whatever...I just wish they'd go away. 🥴

[@AHM76bhf756]

@@amberlimbaugh Hi, what did the doctor say?

[@ArjunVerma-wx7tf]

Joshua I will give you piece of advise so whenever you feel your heart beats when going or going somewhere try to be an observer of it rather than forcing, hoping or wishing to make that go away try to just observe your fear. In case of fear don't react, don't suppress the fear, don't negate the fear, don't dig up your fear online, don't try to push them out from your mind the only solution is to face the fear inside by just observing it. Why did I say to observe the fear? Bcuz what you resists will persist and what you don't resist will slowly fade away. So you have let the fear in, acccept the fear and face the fear. Only then you will be free from your heart related fear and anxiety. The more you consider your fear scary, unacceptable, unwanted the more they make an impact so its best to let them come in and just keep watching them slowly and steadily they will start to fade away. Remember our mind prioritize fear first and rest of the thoughts secondary. Our mind wants us to accept the fear and try to face it otherwise it will keep bringing them back from the dead if we negate it, run from it, suppress it, dig down deep in it. I also had heart related fear, worry and anxiety but I managed it by managing the fear within.

[@swathiarunlistens]

Thank god I found this video ❤ I have severe health anxiety and after all tests being normal , I still felt doctors were missing something , now I’m on my journey to recovery with guided meditations and healing , thank you for making this video ❤

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I hope the video was helpful and wish you continued healing. ❤️

[@Spookyboo1313]

My god, this is me, 100%. Watching this almost made me cry. I even bought an Apple Watch because I was having heart palpitations so often and check my pulse manually as a nervous habit. To think I’ve been making it worse myself!

[@unn5443]

All the anxiety people should come together, that will uplift all their anxiety😂

[@Meza.Mani87]

I've been experiencing the same symptom's and i tell you its so scary, i feel like am gonna drop dead any minute. I just wanna feel like my old self again..less worry about my health and less anxiety in my life. am emotionally tired

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m sorry you experience that. If it has been determined to be anxiety related, meaning your testing has been normal, interoceptive exposures can be very helpful. Here is a course where I teach you step-by-step what to do: www.paigepradko.com/panic

[@toffylikesgames]

I could cry, this is me word for word. At least I know for certain it's a health anxiety, despite having a diagnosed heart pulse problem that certainly doesn't make it easy. Trying to do CBT techniques, breathing exercises. Excited to try out what advice you give, because I want to feel happy and hopeful again and not focus on every twitch and pang and ideas of heart attacks. Thank you for this video

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Wishing you the best. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@xxnofearxx8064]

what does that heart pulse thing feel like as I'm scared i may have the same thing ?

[@toffylikesgames]

@@xxnofearxx8064 hey, I hope you feel better soon! so for me it's really strong heart palpitations that I can feel rather prominently. I also have a fast heart rate, between 90-110 (but lately back to normal 80!). I actually went to a cardiologist again who confirmed I'm doing well and I need to check my vitamin levels because it is one of the causes for heart palpitations. It's also a post-covid thing. She reassured me the problem will also likely go away :) I had increased heartrate only a few times after that, which indicates it's health anxiety lol.

[@OhTylerB]

Love this! It's helped a lot as someone who has been suffering with Heart and Health Anxiety on top of Panic Disorder for 4 years or so now. Really soothing voice and a pretty smile too! 😊

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you, Tyler. I am glad it helped. I understand how difficult those conditions are when they are combined. Thank you for the lovely compliment. 😊

[@KRAZEEIZATION]

That’s me! It’s the worst thing that ever happened to me. I got numerous tests over 10 years. The flutters were the worst. Sometimes you don’t notice for days but some days you feel them all day.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

It really is a terrifying condition for many. I am so sorry you are going through this. 😥

[@marypolk9820]

I started having heart pounding last year. I started watching all kinds of videos. I has having electrolytes out of balance. If I drink enough of a potassium electrolytes drink and take magnesium glycinate everyday my heart doesn't pound. But I'm finding that sometimes if I have a stressful day... say having to have a tooth worked on etc my heart pounds.... so I'm not sure if I have found a true cure or just a bandaid. But for a good night sleep this does help me.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

So glad you found some nutrients to help.

[@johneastwood4852]

Same here

[@sketchum1959]

Exactly!!!!!!! Mine are going off the hook today. I got me a KardiaMobile device, and now I can SHOW them the PVC's and palpatations. Everytime I go to the Doctor, they say "your fine". I even had a heart Holter monitor for 3 days on, and I could FEEL the palpatations, and they told me it was nothing to 'worry' about. WELL easier said then done! Good luck with your flutters. I understand.

[@jaypee4458]

Hi Paige.. I'm struggling for almost 2 years and everytime I experience panic attack and anxiety I just watch all your videos and being motivated and felt healed again.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so glad the videos help you and act as a reminder. If you ever need more help, in my course on recovering from health anxiety, I walk you through step by step what to do. And you have the program to keep if you need to review any lessons. OnLine Course: Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety Coupon Code for 10% Savings on Course for my KZbin Subscribers YTTENOFF

[@TheMommaDiary]

I have been experiencing panic disorder. I was on my way to work and saw my heart rate was 130, when I noticed, my heart rate jumped to 200. I had a bout of SVT from anxiety. After that happened, I wouldn’t leave my house, I couldn’t drive, I wouldn’t go anywhere without a hospital around. Like, it’s been going on 2 years. I want my life back.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Melanie. You are definitely not alone. I am sorry that this started and has changed your life so profoundly. I can help you get your life back, but it is a process that involves retraining your brain to not fear bodily symptoms caused by anxiety. Please feel free to contact me at paigepradko.com if you would like more information. Here are links should you be interested: Health anxiety quiz www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz Health Anxiety Course www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@1175drh]

I am headed there, was in the ER last week with crazy pvcs. No explaination!

[@missmissy9622]

@@1175drhhow are you feeling now

[@7bag7]

@@1175drhAny answers?

[@nursejohnson9778]

I was in the er last night for pvcs and my blood pressure was thru the roof, sent me home without relief said to follow up with cardiologist, WHO I just saw last week and changed meds, meds are not working.

[@9852323]

I’ve been to the er and they were rude to me for having a panic attack...I’ve did an echocardiogram stress test, ECG and holter monitor. They all came back okay but I’m still convinced something is happening. I used to do a bunch of stuff I’m not proud of with drugs. I’ve been clean since 2017. A couple years later these heart sensations it got to the point where I couldn’t even smoke weed anymore which used to help my anxiety. Couldn’t drink caffeine and now it’s getting to the point I can’t even have nicotine anymore...I know some of these things can make anxiety worse but damn..I’m tired of giving up the things I enjoy over this. I’m convinced there is still something wrong with me or my heart that they have missed and I’m going to die over this...man I really hope it’s anxiety. What’s worse is I have social anxiety and don’t do well in doctors appointments..

[@AllThingsFitnessandLifestyle]

I’m with you Josh, praying we all get better from this🙏

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

🙏❤️

[@Anibanani501]

You're literally a God send.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you. I hope the video is helpful 🙏❤️

[@jonathanmarra4555]

God bless you Paige. As someone who has struggled with this for decades on and off, your videos give both comfort and sound information.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

You are so welcome! I am glad they help.

[@MariselaAguayo-k5p]

​@@PaigePradkoTherapyI been having fluttering palpitations for 3 days they told me I was fine I don't know how you called it when they put those cables in your chest.

[@ElViperr408]

Never stop working out because it’s good for your heart. Doing exercise will strengthen your heart which would lead to less and less changes of having heart disease.

[@kirkiecookie]

wow ive never tied my health anxiety to my ocd, this blew my mind. it really is so similar! this is super helpful because i didnt realize how MANY avoidance behaviors i have until i watched this.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so glad it was helpful 😊

[@F9o0]

I was like Josh. I did all the tests I even stopped working for 3 months straight. One day I had a panic attack again and I went to the ER again but this time the blood test gave me false positive, I can’t explain my feelings at that day when I took the ambulance and went to near city ( 120 km)I thought I am dying. When I arrived they took blood and do ECG and I was shocked that the doctor say IT IS NORMAL. At this time I feel like switch in my life I take action I STOPPED GOOGLING, I become more religion, went to gym, walking everyday and become more social person. My advice to anyone having the same after taking all the tests and everything, if it’s normal just ignore and make good habits. Sorry for my bad English, but I hope this will help at least one person.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you for sharing your story. ❤

[@teeraparson2567]

You don't have to apologise, you've helped me Thank you so much

[@F9o0]

@@teeraparson2567 I am really glad that I did you made my day, thank you 🙏

[@arush2746]

The last time my palpitations were so bad and I went to the ER. They found that my potassium level were a little low. And slightly high blood pressure. I have anxiety and absolutely have terrible health anxiety, but sometimes it is not just anxiety causing the palpitations. That’s what’s so difficult, when palpitations/irregular beats happen, the uncertainty of “is this just anxiety or is it not?” Sometimes it is and sometimes it’s not! It’s horrible

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, you’re right. You have to have a medical management plan spelled out with your medical providers especially regarding what is dangerous and what is not. And then treat your health anxiety as well as anxiety can increase the symptoms and sensations. When I work with people that have had bypasses and other cardiac procedures, I work closely with their cardiologists to determine what they can do physically and what symptoms they may feel but are not dangerous. In most cases, it is the anxiety that creates the suffering.😥

[@izzydianaa]

Same

[@jdavid3885]

Thank you for this. I am very self-aware & a trained Psychologist as well. But as they say you can’t really diagnose yourself. This really helped. I needed to hear it from someone that I may have Health Anxiety. Thank you! You have a new sub. God Bless!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you for your comment and welcome to the channel. 😊

[@LscottD]

This women is the best. She sent me an email because she cares and wants to help. I'm going to do as she suggest and hopefully all is done a cleared up a little I will join one of her upcoming courses. Thank you Paige.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you Scott. It can be so frustrating to not feel well and yet not have answers or feel supported. I appreciate your kind words. I hope you get some answers. Keep in touch and let me know how I can help.🙏❤️

[@johnroddy931]

Omg this is me 💯. I’m about to cry because I found someone talking about this. And I just started listening

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi John. I am sorry you are going through this. It is common in people with health anxiety. You are not alone. Here is a self assessment for health anxiety: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz

[@SkavengerTV]

I needed to watch this video so bad, thank you.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so glad you watched the video when you needed it. ❤️

[@buzzer193]

Thanks for what you do, Paige. You are a beautiful human being!

[@erinsanders7559]

I have this!!! I feel something in my body amd my mind goes immediately to doom and gloom. Especially with my heart and brain. Thank you for acknowledging this is real!!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am glad you feel validated in what you experience. I have more resources for help at paigepradko.com 😊

[@elizabethjackson3176]

I get palpitations, but I get this feeling of a pause followed by a big beat or thump. It is very, very horrifying. This usually sends me into a full blown panic attack!!! Lord help me

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry to hear that, Elizabeth. I have a course for panic attacks that will become available at the end of January that would be helpful if you have been told that it is anxiety induced. I teach interoceptive sensitivity reduction training exercises in that course. Here is a panic quiz and a link for the waitlist should you be interested in that training: Panic Attacks Quiz www.paigepradko.com/panic-quiz Your Panic Attacks Are NOT the Boss OnLine Course Waitlist www.paigepradko.com/panic

[@عليعلي-ن1خ3ص]

Hi Elizabeth, Your symptoms sound like ectopic heart bits ... I get them too. I am not a doctor, but based on my research, I found that taking a "Magnesium Taurate" supplement and eating Potassium-Magnesium rich foods like Bananas, Avocados etc helps a lot. It did help for me. One final thing, make sure you are not suffering from "Sleep Apnea" as this is often one of the main causes for getting ectopics w/o knowing it. I hope you get well.

[@elizabethjackson3176]

@@عليعلي-ن1خ3ص thank you so much for the reply. I will definitely look into these options. Thanks

[@aerialbeats5146]

I get the exact same thing everyday aswell as a high heart rate, it seems to go away with a lot of exercise, although when I stop it eventually comes back

[@elizabethjackson3176]

@@aerialbeats5146 I know it sucks. Mine is anxiety induced, when I’m relaxed and not anxious, I don’t have any issues but if I am anxious or have a panic attack, there goes my heart. I exercise a lot, and that’s good, but what I learned is no matter how healthy you eat. No matter how much you workout. You MUST calm your Anxious mind. When anxiety is put in CHECK, the symptoms no matter what they are go away. And thank you Jesus, if anxiety goes so does everything else.

[@hashimi9636]

Excessive googling , led me to this Useful Video .... Everything seems to be a Trigger.....just Tired of Being Afraid all the time..

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Health anxiety is so awful and I am so sorry you are going through those cycles. Please reach out to me at paigepradko.com if you need more help.

[@lilzenam461]

Same here😥I no longer feel normal I want my life back 😢

[@ianhawe1463]

Hi paige this video has really helped me my health anxiety started at age 28 healthy my whole life played plenty of sports and have stopped all because of my cardiac anxiety I'm 33 now and feel like iv lost the last 5 years of my life . Iv had multiple tests bloods chest x rays ecgs stress tests on treadmills and echo cardiagram + 3 24 hour holt monitors nothing showed up all normal. I'm good for awhile then boom the minute I get a heart flutter my anxiety spirals again leaving me in a state of flight or fight for days

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Ian. I am sorry that you have had to deal with that. This particular time of cardiac health anxiety is challenging and I specialize in helping people learn what to do to recover. It sounds like you are on a good path but should you ever need any help or support, you may really benefit from my Recovery from Health Anxiety course and support group: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety.

[@nickolasmcfarlene3864]

Hi Ian how are you doing. I’m 27 and I can relate to everything you are saying. At times I’m good for a couple of days and as soon as I get a palpitation or what I perceive to be a flutter my whole day goes down the drain. I’ve also seen a few cardiologists and I’ve worn a holter monitor and they said I was okay. I just don’t know where to turn!!! Can it all be in my head ? It’s so hard to believe that.

[@stevelanghorn1407]

I thoroughly agree with everything said in this video regarding heart anxiety. Good to see that you distinguish between Arrhythmia and Palpitations, unlike so many others. There is a distinct & very important difference! Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is one of the commonest causes of a heart arrhythmia. As such, "arrhythmia" must be distinguished from palpitations before any heart health anxiety therapy is commenced. AF can range from occasional or random episodes to becoming a permanent chaotic cardiac state. It is a serious condition that can cause blood clotting and possibly a cerebral stroke.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment. Most of my cardiac health anxiety clients with and without diagnoses are referred to me by their cardiologists. If not, I advise clients to complete cardiac work ups before assuming that cardiac symptoms are caused by an adrenaline response.

[@bart_mac_baker]

As a full blown heart anxiety owner :) I have question. How to check if you have arythmia or not? Especially when I feel em occasionally.

[@Completely_Incomplete]

@@bart_mac_baker only your doctor can diagnose that. But linking a video that may be quite useful. kzbin.info8sJIjPbzHro?si=X6NSNukyaY7B1sjy

[@lloronascollection]

Ive been going crazy with my hearts palpitations. I havent seen many health professionals tho. I told my doctor about them and she didnt seem worried. I went to an urgent care when i was having them. But when they called me back they stopped. So they obviously didnt catch anything on the ekg (which was very frustrating). I was born with a strong heart. Ive seen a cardiologist before and they didnt seem worried either. But these palpitations are terrifying!!! Sometimes ill get what feels like my heart is skipping ever other beat for a few minutes straight!!! I genuinely think im going to die everytime i get them.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry that you are experiencing those palpitations and skipped beats. Although it feels scary and uncomfortable, most people are told by their medical providers that they are harmless. If they continue to frighten you, you may be developing health anxiety as well, that can be especially frustrating. Here are some resources for you: Health anxiety assessment www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz OnLine Course: Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@sabinejane14]

Look into SVT. It sounds like it could be. I had it for 18 years before it was diagnosed. Very difficult to catch in action! It’s where there is faulty wiring which can get stuck in a loop every so often. There are manoeuvres to help come out of them. Feel very very scary but generally if you have a healthy heart they aren’t dangerous..

[@lloronascollection]

@@sabinejane14 someone else also suggested it could be SVT! Ill look into it

[@Tokyo-In-My-Dreamz]

Yeah I'm 38 and have high blood pressure. I've had them for years, they'd come and go. Dr said probably benign palpitations. Went to urgent care also for EKG and Dr said heart was healthy. Bought smartwatch with ECG capability and checked and said AFib which sent my anxiety through roof. Checked immediately after and read normal. So no longer wearing snarwatch since heart rate and ecg readings do more harm then good.

[@loriblair2658]

Beyond Paige’s amazingly helpful videos, I have also started taking magnesium when i start feeling palpitations again. It stops them right away.

[@StrawberryMoon13]

This is definitely me ever since my grandfather passed away and suddenly after my mom. I've been suffering with everything mentioned in this video, I even have a loop recorder that checks out fine on my check ups. However I'm still feeling like something is wrong. It's exhausting and depressing.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved ones. When we feel like something is wrong, we are unintentionally increasing our stress and anxiety. And that causes more adrenaline to be released into our blood stream. Do your best to remind yourself that you are safe.

[@StrawberryMoon13]

@PaigePradkoTherapy yes, I'm trying. I've been looking for answers for a long time, and your video has eased my mind a lot. Thank you

[@kamranyasin-hu2bb]

Aloha Paige! I work with US health care professionals and have read so much of the heart related literature. I have been in anxiety for years but these skipped beats have started putting me in visuous circle. Your video helped alot. Somehow the irritation in stomach has effect with heartbeats which sends me in constant state of panic. Wow life is not easy!!

[@melaniemoore5635]

Mine is caused by electrohypersensitivity. I have been diagnosed by a Dr that was a professor at Harvard Medical School and worked at Mass General. It took me 20 years to find this out. I now avoid smart meters and dirty electricity, and when I stay away, my heart is fine.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

That's amazing. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@ThePotatoman7]

I have had two SVT episodes in my life, one when I was 13 and another when I was 21. When I was 13 the doctors told me it probably wouldn't happen again and didn't explain to me what it was, all I knew is my heart started going really really fast out of nowhere. It happened again while I was playing hockey at 21 years old. After that I was convinced I was going to die and that the doctors had no idea what they were doing. I found out what anxiety was and talking to someone made it better for a while but now i am 26 and feeling new heart symptoms. My trust in the medical system is down (im Canadian). I absolutely have health anxiety and do all the things talked about in this video. I keep looking for reassurance but im just not getting it. Im waiting to do more tests but I don't want to wait it feels like an emergency. Im at a loss.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so sorry you are going through this. It sounds like you are scared, but have no testing evidence that there is a problem. And, you have lost trust in the medical system. If this is health anxiety, you may have to learn how to manage those doubts about your health, and you may feel anxiety sensations that are uncomfortable but not dangerous. Health anxiety tries to convince you that it is urgent and if you don’t act now, something horrible will happen. It is exactly how it hooks you. I want you to know that you are not alone and this is much more common than you can imagine. If you would like help in managing and coping with health anxiety, I specialize in treating people with health anxiety. I have a program that can help you: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@brandonyoung4910]

The best way I cope with my health anxiety is just having faith in my actions I practice to counter what my health anxieties are. From the moment I wake up til I go to sleep, it is indeed controlled by my health anxiety, but it’s in a healthy manor that will allow me to lead a long healthy life, which rests my mind. I’ve also accepted that one day we all pass away and if it is from my health anxiety issue I worry about: then so be it.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you for sharing, Brandon. It sounds like you understand yourself and how to cope with your anxiety.

[@Cgeese]

Since I was five I have been scared of my heartbeat. Around this time I had severe traumas that are hard to talk about.When I went to college the fear got worse with the new stressors not because of a heart attack but constantly hearing and feeling my breathing and heart beats drove me crazy because it’s constant and never ending and I felt I wanted to jump out of myself to not hear and feel this and had to dropout many times I was told by parents from a pediatrician that at five years old I have a nervous breakdown as the doctor diagnosed me.If I entertain the thought especially in boredom or when falling asleep sometimes I would eventually feel suicidal because of the stimulus I’m still searching for a diagnoses. Deep breathing and or most meditation techniques makes it worse yet. I wished I could find an answer and or a diagnosis. Thanks for helping me finding a step in the right direction and I’m still trying to find a “solution” if I can get over these symptoms

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so sorry that you are going through this. I am not sure if you have heard of somatic awareness OCD, but your message makes me wonder if this is what you are experiencing. I have this condition as well. Here is a video where I talk about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpzNd5V5rsSGn9Esi=emOo5M_A273MuC6y

[@7791D]

This was a very helpful video.. I go through bouts of cardiac anxiety. It comes and goes.. and right now it’s came back again for the 3rd time.. gotta quit coffee again.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, good idea. Coffee and stress can amp it up.

[@tuts4140]

This is me it’s calmed down so much. As the days go by the anxiety seems to calm down. Everyday I’m thinking and thinking but it’s getting better. I will be seeing my cardiologist soon, for follow up.

[@izzydianaa]

My heart is ruining my life. Every time I feel positive again I head out and do something “risky”. Today I was happily on the bike at the gym and I felt fine. Then all of a sudden boom this really crazy weird flutter in my chest. It freaked me out so much I stopped. I didn’t get faint or feel sick but the feeling scared me so much. I have now been disregulated the entire day. I am so glad I live 2 mins from a hospital.

[@souravsaha5011]

Same here dear. I feel the same sensations and it is so uncomfortable. I can feel the palpitations from my stomach all the way up to my throat!

[@okayaresd]

​@@souravsaha5011 same bhai, i used to exercise so much in college i am too afraid to even lift weights now. But I will overcome this feeling for sure, slowly building myself up for the challenge

[@Sacksquatch_47]

This is how I am.. My heart terrifies me. I constantly feel it, it races, or beats too slow. It beats too hard or is too weak. My blood pressure is always high and I check it constantly which makes it higher. I constantly monitor my heart rate and oxygen level with my pulse ox. Ive been to the ER multiple times, Cardiologist ect. They always tell me other than my BP being high because Im so anxious there is nothing wrong with my heart. But its all I can focus on. My chest gets tight, i get pains. My life is miserable. Im depressed, I dont leave the house. I avoid everything. I need help so bad.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Trevor, I am so sorry that you are going through this. It is a viscous cycle of health anxiety and bodily sensations associated with anxiety. If you are interested in help for health anxiety and those bodily sensations and constant worry, I can help you. Feel free to contact me at paigepradko.com.

[@Sacksquatch_47]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy I just went on your site and purchased the health anxiety course. Do you by any chance take patients out of state foe televisits?

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Trevor. I am so happy to see you in the course and support group. I am available there. You can also send me any questions through paigepradko.com. I do work as a consultant with people out of state when I have availability. But, I hope to guide you through the course and support group. You can always contact me if you need additional help.

[@Ayad-w1z]

​@@Sacksquatch_47 hey how are you feeling now?

[@gainsbourg66]

No. The heart can be physically affected by emotions. When the adrenal glands have been overactive on a chronic basis, sudden physical or mental stress or upset emotions can cause very slight alterations to the heart muscle and the lining around the heart - this is almost never dangerous, for the most part temporary, and extremely difficult for doctors to detect. In fact, it's only recently they've had the equipment to do so. Once the heart muscle tissue has been altered by emotions in this way it can cause the coronary arteries to spasm, or microspasm, cause a crushing feeling, stabbing pains, heavy heart pounding or palpitations. This is probabaly what the man in question was experiencing. The heart can also mis-shapen slighlty. The resulting symptoms can mimic ischemic heart disease. The heart tissue is rarely damaged but it may cause a disposition to further episodes. Only when ischemic heart disease IS ALSO PRESENT (usually from plaque building up in the coronary arteries) is there any cause for concern. Either way, learn to avoid over-stimulating the adrenals - in other words, avoid acute and chronic stress or overexcitement. Become a more 'right brained' person.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you for your insight. Very helpful.

[@Wendyscoloringbooks]

@@gainsbourg66 do you have any sites where this is talked about? Thanks

[@liquid_infinity]

I've been terrified that something's wrong with my heart ever since my first panic attack when I was 14. I never went to the ER or gotten any work ups throughout the years until last November when, as part of my yearly check up, got an EKG (ECG?) and they found a slight arrhythmia. I was told it was a result of my anxiety, as I was panicking throughout the night and into the day about the check up, and nothing further was done. However, after watching this video, I'm planning on getting another done alongside telling them about my history with palpitations and anxiety issues. It's just to see if it was isolated to my anxiety episode or it is an actual issue I have. My family can't afford constant ER visits or work ups, so I'm planning on just having this be the only evaluation regarding heart health if my doctor doesn't push for further appointments. Cardiac anxiety is no joke, and it is incredibly depressing, especially when OCD is the driver behind kt... All's to say, I appreciate your insight into behaviors regarding this specific subset. I hope to be living more comfortably soon.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Wishing you the best on your checkup, Mikey. 🙏❤️

[@chrisp6365]

I am so glad i found this. I have gone my whole adult life suffering from cardiac health anxiety. It all started for me back when i was close to my 17th birthday. I was with a friend smoked a little weed, hung out for a little bit watching a movie until all of a sudden I noticed my heart was beating way too fast and hard with intense palpitations, to the point I just got up and left and went home without really saying anything to my friend except that i think im dying. Long story short, it was this one experience alone that triggered my cardiac anxiety and would lead me down a path to experience some of the worst things in my life. Im 40 now, i haven't drank or done drugs in over a decade but i still experience the cardiac anxiety almost every day and i worry it will eventually be too much for my heart as i get older. No doctor i have seen in the over 20 years this has been happening has really taken my visits seriously, they just tell me im healthy and too young to have anything wrong with my heart, so now i just suffer in silence 😢

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m so sorry you have struggled with cardiophobia for so long. If I can do anything to help, please reach out to me at paigepradko.com

[@thelmajames3828]

Thank you so much, you understand bout the heart issues while being in panic attack

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

🙏❤️

[@BlueLineofthesky]

My God you just described me in 99% of your video. Thank you!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m hoping the video was helpful 🙏❤️

[@BlueLineofthesky]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy Yes, it was really helpful. My panic attacks are only before bed time. I do not know why and I am not scared....just palpitations for 1 minute, some anxiety and concern, some chills and a cold sensation after. I did many tests except a consult to a psychiatrist. Now I know what to do, thank you!

[@dtyrzendir295]

heart anxiety is real. I'm 18 and since I was 15 I have been fearing my heart. my own heart. I felt my left arm going "weak" when it wasn't(right now it is happening). I'm happy during the day,I'm fine all the time but at night I'm most likely going to go crazy over my heart. I hate this. it's insanely odd. I love hearing others talk about it,it makes me want to cry because I know I'm not alone but I still feel like I'm dying, like I'm not okay. this is my life for years,I know I'm healthy too, even though I'm a bit overweight. my brain just continuously tells me my heart is gonna give out because I ate this or that or maybe I didn't exercise. I'm tired. I know I'm stressed because of a little thing, but my body sends me odd signals and now I feel weak in certain areas that coincide with heart attack and just don't know what's happening. could you plead have a word with me? I'd love to know what you think about my issue

[@dtyrzendir295]

by the way,I would really love to have therapy with you. you are such a wise person, so patient and you do advocate for the best for your patients.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

First, I am sorry that you have this worry about your heart. It sounds like you do have health anxiety and it is very much like ocd and can become obsessive and chronic. I recommend that you get help because health anxiety can be treated. You do not have to live with these worries for the rest of your life. If you are interested in learning from me, I specialize in health anxiety and offer a course and a support group and teach people what to do to recover from health anxiety. Here are a few links if you are interested: Health anxiety quiz www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz OnLine Course: Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety

[@MrBoLT__]

Hi do you still want help?

[@youknowrose6216]

Hi Paige thanks for all of this information. I have health anxiety and mostly Cardiophobia i went to do a EKG and it was normal expect i had a heart prolaps which isn't a problem at all.Now not all the time but especially at night my symptoms come back the funny thing is they aren't even that big of symtoms i get anxious about the smallest of things like for example little tingling in my hands , or numbness in my hands when i've been in a very postion ( especially the left one ) or everytime i feel somethinh like numbness, i try to realx myself sometimes i can but sometimes i get a panic attack which these days doesn't last too long since i'm trying to withstand it .I've avoiding things to like you mentioned above which is actually devestating since i am too young , 17 and it is ruininng my youth and my life. I get scared about every symtom that i have ( like numbness in any part of the body , stomach pain, shortness of breath etc i once even got scared because my tooth was hurting and i thought i was getting a heart attack ) i also am too sensitive these days i just can't handle any emotion happiness or sadness it's really tiring but i just hope i can get through this once againb thank you !

[@Catgat37]

I am sorry you are going through this, especially at such a young age. I have pretty much the same exact symptoms that you described. Any traumatic events in your life that may have triggered it?

[@michaelthau1007]

I went through a rough time a couple of years ago, when I had a infection that gave me high blood pressure and increased pulse rate. Led me to check my blood pressure and pulse rate constantly and led me to develop generalized anxiety disorder and chronic insomnia. Then I devolped pvcs and they are awful. Had all testing done, heart's good but im left with debilitating anxiety. Thank you for a wonderful video!!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry you went through that and hope you feel better. ❤️

[@rodepperson5885]

I was in Joshs sboes years sgo....Im anxiety free now but cost me my family before i realized what i had and focused on fixing....If i had a choice to give upna leg or relive that part of my life and knowing there was no hope i would give the leg in a heart beat...No matter how bad it is you can overcome it and the Dr is 100 percent correctt...She described me to the tee....I pray for God to help you all overcome this mental sickness

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you for sharing your story 🙏❤️

[@DannyGautama]

This woman is such an amazing person. I write for mental health organizations after overcoming my struggle. If you google my name you can see my story. We all go through hard times, but our perseverance, inner strength, and mindset can help push past those obstacles. Thank you ma’am for always sharing hope to those who go through struggles. And to anyone reading this…NEVER GIVE UP!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

You are so sweet, Danny. Thank you for the work that you do and encouraging others 🙏❤️

[@DannyGautama]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy Thank you.☺️

[@AdamIsMyNameO]

For myself, and I imagine many people dealing with these kinds of sensations, ‘ignoring them’ simply isn’t possible. They’re as alarming as a slap in the face, and can completely throw off your sense of self…. Personally I can no more ignore the beats than I can being struck by lightning.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

This is true. Yet after a cardiac work up where results are normal, so many are left feeling dismissed. It is frustrating. There are steps that one can take to change the way they interpret what they feel, and if it is anxiety related, interoceptive retraining can help.

[@robert.h1718]

I can relate to this so much and just this video has given me some relaxation on my thoughts on my chest pains after being to A&E many times with no serious result or even any explanation. Realizing it's my thoughts that makes it worse.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am glad the video was helpful. 😊

[@davidk684]

Thank you for this video friend 🙏🏼 Ive been suffering with heart health anxiety since I was 14 years old and I am now 26 . It has been a hard journey and it wasn’t until this year that I finally sought help with an incredible therapist that I’ve been working with for the last several months. Everything in this video is literally me described it to a T. I understand that these things come through intense trauma in life. I can’t say that’s the case for every individual but I know that is the case for myself. I went through so much abuse as a kid and it manifested in my body. I have considered getting a cardiac ablation but my cardiologist wants to wait six more months and do a new monitor at that time to see if I’m still in need of getting that but he said if it’s truly an anxiety issue that it won’t matter and the ablation won’t do a whole lot if it’s truly anxiety. I’m kind of venting here. I feel like this is a safe place. I’m sure other people who are reading this will relate to the things I’m talking about. Whoever is reading this I truly mean this from the bottom of my heart, I love you and I pray and hope that we all get better and recover from these terrible fears and traumas.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi David. Thank you for sharing your story. I am so sorry you experienced trauma and it affected you in this way. I have worked with people with heart heath anxiety for almost 20 years and some report trauma whereas others do not. I think it is quite complicated and has not been researched fully. In my opinion I can see how the symptoms themselves can be traumatic. And if the symptoms are reinforced by avoidances and safety behaviors like reassurance seeking, a cycle can be developed and the anxiety is maintained. I am so happy that you have found a therapist that is helping you.🙏❤️

[@TheCambra]

I've been going through this for seven years. I constantly check my pulse I've had multiple cardiac workup. Even went to the Mayo Clinic to get checked out. Everyday I feel my heart pound all day it's frustrating and scary

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

That must be terrible to be in that health anxiety cycle. What you describe is the most common experience expressed in people with heart health anxiety. If you need help learning how to break that cycle, reach out to me at paigepradko.com.

[@LeftBehind666]

Great video. Thank you.

[@raynatomasovic727]

I find your and some other therapist videos very helpful. I believe than knowledge about health anxiety and how to respond in situations when sensations are there are keys to success. I thank to you and some others for making your time to have free available information that saves lives

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thank you Rayna. I appreciate your encouraging words. 🙏❤️

[@ryageoful]

I couldn’t have found this video on a better time, am someone who goes to ER atleast twice a month. Cardio issues last week, Cancer scare this week, and back to cardio scare. Already had echo and ecg all normal, am just worried about cardiac arrest cuz of my heart rate being close to 100. I am so embarrassed to go back to er again, they have already told me nothing is wrong and am manifesting these symptoms. I was having a scare right now since my heart rate was around 100. Thank you this calmed me a little.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry that you are going through this. Health anxiety is so challenging and is misunderstood by many. If I can be of help, please contact me at paigepradko.com

[@JoanneTither]

100 is actually normal. Anything from 60-100 is normal - my heart rate reached 197 the other night with anxiety and that is also “normal” with anxiety. You are going to be ok. I no how scary this is also

[@NicolesNaturals]

I have extreme health anxiety. I have very strong PVC's or ectopic beats. They are very very scary. The problem is that I know people who felt fine, then the next minute they had a heart attack. I read stories like this all the time. John Doe exercised every day, then just dropped dead one day. Stories like this keep my anxiety very high all the time.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Those random stories you may here likely did not have physical or cardiac work ups and their problems would have been caught had they had a screening. Since you know what you experienced, you likely have had a cardiac work up and cardiac problems have been ruled out. Even though what you feel is painful and uncomfortable, it is not dangerous.

[@gabrielap.7980]

OMG, i can relate and at the same time it still scares me. Chest pressure, dizziness, weird pinching that goes up my neck and to shoulders. I feel either a grip on my chest or heavy like a rock. Did 3 EKG in the last month and half, one Cray that included my belly and chest. Blood tests are ok. Why am I still scared that this time it will be different and I should worry. I end up taking pills to calm myself. I would like to feel safe in by mind and body, trust myself and live my life. Just discovered this channel, I'm going go check more videos. Thank you for the content. Blessings for everyone 🤗

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Gabriela. I am so sorry that you are having those thoughts and sensations. The good news is that you have had a thorough checkup and logically know that you are in good health. You will need to trust those tests. I can help you further with health anxiety and sensitivity reduction training in my courses, should you be interested. Here are a few links: Health anxiety assessment www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz OnLine Course: Rapid Recovery from Health Anxiety www.paigepradko.com/healthanxiety Here is a link for new panic course available in a few weeks where I teach sensitivity reduction training for cardiac sensations: www.paigepradko.com/panic

[@longshanks5531]

Yes, trust and live your live, make sure your relationship is right with God and Jesus.. that has helped me enormously, God bless.

[@WTB_Acts]

This video helped me in the moment, I have had PVCs for as long as I can remember, but for whatever reason, from time to time they scare me to no end. I will feel the extra beats and my minds begins to race. I have had 5 EKGs and one event monitor, all came back normal. Yeah helped me for awhile, I also had a EKG on my watch, but that sometimes made it worse. I sometimes can ignore them and go on with my day, but other times tneh grab hold of me and taken control

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

The good news is that you have been checked out and cleared for any cardiac problems. The treatment I recommend is called interoceptive sensitivity reduction training. It is helpful for cardiac symptoms caused by high anxiety. I have a course coming out later this month where I teach these interoceptive exercises and how and when to use them. Here is a link if you are interested: www.paigepradko.com/panic

[@WTB_Acts]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy awesome, I will definitely check it out, thank you! Do you think I should get any more testing?

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

@@WTB_Acts I recommend following the medical advice that was given to you. While I cannot give medical advice, I can help you with the physical and emotional symptoms caused by anxiety. 😊

[@TheLifeTidy]

So glad I found your channel!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

That makes two of us. Welcome to my channel ❤️

[@annaberg1200]

More people like you would be needed! I experience so much anxiety about everything and my heart is one thing I worry about. I've got fatigue and can't do anything anymore.. I think it's the ambi that makes me sick. I can't trapped them out..

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m sorry Ann that you have so much anxiety and fatigue. It sounds like you are stressed. I hope that my videos provide some help.

[@owllanstar625]

I just started having issues with this. I have moments of heart flutters that are okay, but it’s gotten to a point where I sometimes can’t feel my heart beating. And I’ll get a global heaviness in the base of my throat. I’ve never had heart issues, my Grandfather had a heart disease at a young age, but I’ve never had these issues. I don’t know how or when my issues started, but if I don’t feel my heart, I start to freak out. I ended up having my hand on my heart as I went into my moms room and started having a panic attack. I don’t have chest pains, trouble breathing, or anything. I cut off caffeine, took more CBD, and it still does the thing. I count my heart beats to keep up with Rhythm up until 30-50, and sometimes I feel completely hollow whenever I have these moments. If I don’t feel my heart, I automatically freak out. I do have Suspected Autism, ADHD, and was diagnosed with GAD at a young age, I’ve always had an issue with anxiety, but it’s so hard to relax nowadays. I write out everything I need to whenever I feel like I won’t wake up in the morning.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so sorry. What you are describing reminds me of somatic awareness ocd and it seems it is being triggered by your concern to feel your heart beat. Here is a video that describes it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpzNd5V5rsSGn9Esi=Scd-pJrp2yG_S21k

[@Ellabmk]

I have autism and anxiety too. I also struggle with POTS syndrome and suspected ehlers danlos which explained some of my cardiac symptoms and pain but it’s still very scary. I had a bad heart palpitation last night while lying down and it always makes me gasp and immediately sit up and then I can’t lay down and sleep because I’m afraid it’s going to happen again. It’s hard when I don’t exactly know why it’s happening in a scientific sense. It’s hard to feel like I’m going to be ok if I don’t really know exactly why that’s happing. I’ve heard it’s a common symptom of stress and whatnot but it usually comes on when I’m just lying down and relaxing and then I can’t relax for the next several days until I forget about it (if I don’t have another in that time span.) I guess I’ve been more stressed lately but I’ve been getting more after barely having any for a long time and I’m not sure why and it’s scaring the shit out of me. I got an ekg and it was normal. The cardiologist said that any cardiac symptoms were likely my heart trying to compensate for my POTS when my blood is moving all over the place due to low blood volume or something. I can have moments where I can’t feel my heart beat, but it usually just is me feeling anxious that it’s not there after it starts calming down from being raised or pounding. But if I calm down and check my pulse closely until I feel it I can usually understand that the beat just happens to be less intense at the moment. I sometimes get a falling-into-the-earth feeling or like a weird sinking or surging feeling in my chest and it feels absolutely horrifying but it really is anxiety. I feel like media doesn’t do a great job of explaining what real extremely severe anxiety is like because I feel like I’m pretty much dying on a regular basis. In fact I had such a horrific panic attack about 6 days ago (had about 3 palpitations in a matter of a minute)that I’ve been crying almost every day since. I’m so scared of my own heart and it sucks because there’s no escape it’s always inside me and I’m afraid of it failing me almost all the time. I hate flutters/palps more than anything else and would give anything to never experience one again. The only thing that sort of helps is sitting up and deep breathing and distractions and reminding myself that the heart is a very very strong muscle and it takes a lot to give out. But I really want an mri just so I have medical proof that I’m alright lol.

[@ebo7310]

Thank you for this. Avoidance of certain things is making things worse and I didn't realize it.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

You’re welcome. Glad to be of help ❤️

[@pradeepgoshiki]

Hi Madam my case is very similar to Josh, after watching this video, i feel so better now.. thanks for the valuable information ❤

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@Jleon1983]

I had a radio frequency ablation at 21 years of age. Svt. It was awful for my childhood and I'm 40 now. It never goes away but you can lead a nice life. Be careful with alcohol, I became addicted because it was the onky thing that stopped my anxiety. I'm sober 14 months now. Stick with life guys. It gets better, then worse then better again.

[@TheCrawdaddy029]

I'm 5 minutes in writing this and with the exception of depression I am 1 for 1. I've been to 3 cardiologists and a gastroenterologist and nothing physically major has turned up. The thing is I have numbness and pains regularly if not all day in both arms and moreso in my left arm. I do get small chest pains regularly, but the most pausing thing is an in and out cramp that happens just below my rib cage where I can feel 1 heartbeat distinguished or that's what it feels like anyway. I can always feel my heartbeat regardless in my chest, palms, and neck. I get a weird popping sensation in my neck sometimes. I have both visual and audible hallucinations and sometimes my ears will get a dulling sensation. I don't get a lot of headaches but the most common one I get is congestive which takes my to the fact that I sneeze more often in the past year than I ever have before, it was at its worst in January where I would sneeze in succession 3 to 6 times and at least 40-50 times a day. Right now I sneeze maybe 2-3 times a day. This all started a little over a year ago when I thought I was having a heart attack. Went to the ER and they couldn't find anything wrong with me. Went to a cardiologist who said the same. But things started to get worse. I was dizzy pretty much all day every day and I had what I could best describe as slosh brain where it felt like it was detached and just moving around. I ended up going to the ER 2 more time before November when I saw a family doctor who tested my vitamin D level and it was 15ish. I started taking vit D and felt better the next day but around this same time is when the chest cramp started happening. I could barely walk between November and April (and still have a hard time walking). In February I seen my second cardiologist who again found nothing. In March my left front thigh started hurting really bad, a pain I had 3 years prior, when covid started actually, so I saw the third cardiologist who I told all my symptoms to and again he found nothing, with my heart or my leg. I seen the gastro around this time too and had an endoscopy done, apparently I have a little acid reflux but since taking the acid reducer I still get the cramp to this day.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I have so much compassion for you. What you are experiencing is severe health anxiety. It’s horrible. This is a condition that I specialize in treating and it is more like ocd than an anxiety disorder, yet the symptoms you feel are real. They are real and uncomfortable, but they are not dangerous. Here is a video I posted recently. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3qbiWtqZbF2jacsi=o9CEcM3BKqmpenLw. If you need help, I have resources available that can help you. Here is a health anxiety assessment: www.paigepradko.com/healthanxietyquiz

[@markvilla4227]

Thank you so much, I’ve been suffering with heart anxiety for bout 1 year now , I was scared every single second of my life , I was too scared to leave my house even my bed for months , it put me in a real deep depression…it was horrible , even after weeks and weeks of going to the hospital with ekgs , chest scans , all came out normal , but it never helped me accept that this is just my anxiety , your words , your knowledge is so so helpful to me that it almost felt as if my heart anxiety symptoms lifted instantly. I today try day by day to get thru it , get better , accept that I am healthy

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Mark, I am so touched by your comments. I am grateful if my video helped in any way. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me at paigepradko.com if I can be of help.

[@bettyausten9533]

I can relate to this....

[@VikramSingh-xu9lm]

I did 2 EKGs, stress test and even echo cardiogram, and every test turns out to be normal but i still fear something is wrong with my heart. My whole day passes with thinking about my heart and it destroyed my joyful life

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am so sorry. What do you think it will take for you to accept that you are okay? For most people with health anxiety, it is their behaviors that keep the hyper awareness and anxiety active.

[@VikramSingh-xu9lm]

@@PaigePradkoTherapyi have heart palpitations, left arm pain and also pain in my chest but my doctor said that i have GERD and that is causing chest pain. But i have no answer for left arm pain and palpitations. But they can also be caused by anxiety itself. These three things together cause me to belief i have heart problem

[@Ayad-w1z]

​@@VikramSingh-xu9lmhow are you now?

[@tammybreuker7831]

I’m struggling with this now also, had 2 ekgs one at my doctors office and the other from the er. They released me saying everything was fine and when I got online to check my chart there was two things on my results from the ekg, possible left atrial enlargement and the other is can not rule out anterior infarct age undetermined, I have appointment with a heart doctor on Monday and my anxiety is through the roof, my symptoms are shortness of breath, palpitations and even having chest pains, they did special blood work to see if I had a heart attack and everything was clear. I lost my Mom a year ago due to covid and my anxiety has spiraled out of control, I literally feel like I’m dying anymore… Thank you for sharing your video, it calms me down some listening to your voice…..

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Tammy. I am truly sorry that you are experiencing this and worried about your symptoms. I am glad you are getting a full work up, but everything you are describing are also the same symptoms that people experience with high anxiety. I hope that you can find comfort in knowing that this may possibly be anxiety. Yet, I am glad that you are getting everything checked out. And I am so sorry about losing your mom and know that must have been very traumatic. Please contact me at paigepradko.com if I can help you navigate through this concern. 🙏❤️

[@gabrielasoto7683]

This was exactly mg experience! Blood work, two EKGs, CT scan of my head since I experienced vertigo and dizziness all the time, they said I was okay.. then I received my results and it said exactly the Same thing.. Left atrial enlargement.. I freaked out and has a very bad panic attack that lasted almost hours. My doctor referred me to a cardiologist to do an echocardiogram. When I got my results and saw that everything was normal , I was happy but til this day I struggle to trust in myself and my body.. it’s a work in progress! You will ge through it! Take it day by day. And don’t believe in your brains tricks

[@nickolasmcfarlene3864]

Hi Gabriela. I can relate to everything you have been going through. I went to the ER for heart palpitations and they said it was I was okay. My EKG also said Left Atrium enlargement and left ventricular hyperthropy. I’ve seen multiple cardiologists after and did all the tests ECHO, Blood work, monitor and stress test and everything came back normal. Ofcourse I was relieved in the moment but I still constantly worry about my heart. I still feel palpitations and every little sensation I feel around my heart drives me insane and in complete panic. I Just don’t know where to turn or what to do.

[@ugandareacts1994]

From uganda your videos have really helped me go through the anxiety journey more so being in a country where it’s not taken seriously.thank u so much

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hello and welcome. I feel honored that you watch. Best to you in Uganda.🙏❤️

[@ΠαναγιωτηςΑγγελ]

Having developed severe fear about Brugada syndrome has completely turned my mental and physical health apart and i need and still do insane things to rule it out (extremely blurry knowledge of the particular syndrome even in medical community and potentially very hard to diagnosed but fatal syndrome if you have) .I no longer see meaning in life although i am terrified to Go from something like cardiac arrest.More power to me i guess

[@saitipp.9138]

Thank You So much for creating this video.💗💗💗 This is 100% me.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

You're welcome 😊

[@robbellamy4992]

Hello paige what a fantastic video most things you said i a done i to keep checking my pule and wake up at night with fear but have learned to live with it for yeares but listening to what you said is very comfatting yes have had heart monitors on all the tests and still the same position. but i have to live with it and just try and blank it out. but paige great comfort just to here what you say. thank you Rob from the UK

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Thanks Rob. Glad the video was insightful. 🙏❤️

[@sabinejane14]

Hi Paige another great video!! Just to add that SVT is very difficult to catch and diagnose, it took me 15 years until it was even suggested and another 3 years to catch it after an extreme postpartum complication. I’m sure there are many who actually don’t have any heart conditions but for 15 years and so many heart tests I was made to believe it was all in my head. I’m saying that even when you do have a diagnosis there is a huge mental piece of work to do around managing the health anxiety that comes with such an u unpredictable, scary and inconvenient condition! Thank you for all the brilliant work and awareness raising you are doing 😊

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, SVT is a condition that can go undetected. And I am sorry you went so many years without that diagnosis. And yes, health anxiety can add significantly to one’s suffering with or without a medical diagnosis. Thank you for sharing your experience 🙏❤️

[@sabinejane14]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy thank you Paige 💜

[@flight101]

😢 im terrified and sobbing and even crying makes my heart go weird

[@flight101]

I can’t see any links 😢

[@flight101]

Sorry to comment again but will Josh not speak on here? Im so done with this. Now they say I have anorexia, I am skinny , and I dont eat but it’s because im scared it will set my heart off again

[@208athenz4]

I had really bad health anxiety about a few months ago. After going to the ER, they told me it was just anxiety I got an EKG and chest X-ray, after that my symptoms slowly went away over time. I just got the pain in the left side of my chest again and was wondering what was the most common area and pains where people felt the anxiety. I also wanna let you know how awesome you are you made my anxiety much better.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

People can feel anxiety about almost any sensation they feel. Anxiety can attach to anything. Fearing sensations associated with your heart is common. Even going to the hospital with those complaints can add to that fear. Do your best to allow the sensation or pain to be there without responding to it while also being compassionate towards yourself.

[@Willynilly_69]

You are a blessing Mrs. Paige I so wish you could be my therapist. Thank you for all your videos and knowledge you are a wonderful caring human being.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Wow, thank you! Your comment really warms my heart.🙏❤️

[@Willynilly_69]

@@PaigePradkoTherapy you are so welcome please keep doing what you’re doing ❤️

[@QueensNativeNYC]

Very interesting.. It's better to face your fears than create a comfort zone that will only make all your symptoms worse. ..

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, exactly 😊

[@frankc5537]

This is me right this moment. I have been continuously going to the doctors and hospitals. Was just in the hospital a couple days ago. Bp was 200/118 and bpm was 170. They run all the tests and nothing comes back. They say i am a healthy person with a lot of stress and nerves

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Hi Frank. You are not alone. Here is another video I made to help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hV6yq6arntWkibMsi=Dh9wMYyNsJ-UWGK6

[@chrispowers4704]

Well. I definitely have the anxiety . Unfortunately, or fortunately i also have actually problems that didnt show until i got upset with my cardiologist office. I had said to my dr how do you know its not pulmonary hypertension. He said we dont unless we do a heart cath. I had open heart surgery in January 2024, its been over 9 months , i was about to give up. I got a personal trainer to loose weight so i can go back to the dr and say , i lost weight , now what... But once the heart cath was done they found heart failure and pulmonary hypertension. So now i am referred to heart failure clinic. I agree with all of this anxiety talk, and its important, but first get all the tests you thinknyou need to make you comfortable first. Cardiac rehab, is where i knew it wasnt just anxiety, the nurses said let us know if you feel uncomfortable, shortness of breath, dizzy etc. I said if i did that i would never get any excersise in Anyway. Now even rhough i was right thay there was a problem, i still will need to learn how to relax now that i at least have a diagnosis.

[@ManuelVega-x1e]

What was your RSVP??? I’m worried i have pulmónary Hypertension BC i have been having SOB, especially when standing. I can’t really walk much without my heart pounding súper hard or fast . My RSVP about a year and half ago was 26 but it said reversed suggusted diastolic dysfunction soo I’m scared 😭

[@ManuelVega-x1e]

How long did you go without being diagnosed :( I’m scared bc untreated PH is so deadly but i think mines being sleep apnea

[@ajabernard6559]

Thank you so much!!!! I haven’t found any answers to what my issue was with my ectopic heart beats but now this is a start to begin therapy that will help me undo all of the anxiety I have created

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I’m glad that you are motivated to work on this. If you need help, feel free to contact me at paigepradko.com

[@ananddayal1631]

Ma'am, you are an effective guidance. Your discourses affected my behaviour in a positive way.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am grateful if I have helped you, Anand. ❤️

[@GangsterReviews]

Love the music in the background as you speak you definitely know a lot about these conditions sorry anyone has to go through this

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

thank you 🙏☺️

[@chrispowers4704]

Also, if you continue to have angina , and the cardiologist doesnt find anything. Look into eecp treatment . Ad well as dealing with your anxiety. Its all important

[@Darwin_is_my_copilot]

Thank you so much for posting this

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

My pleasure! 😊

[@1175drh]

Oh my God, when you described him, i thought you were describing me. I am starting therapy soon and hope they can help... if not I may reach out. I am 48, but feel like my Heart is 98. I feel rejuvinated when i work out, but when my heart rate increases i think i am gonna die. Everyone says your fine. I tell myself i am fine. But yet i am scared to death!

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I hope that therapy is helpful. Feel free to reach out to me at paigepradko.com should you need more help.

[@BBBB-sj4jy]

I'm glad I found this video!

[@trusound170]

OMG.... You have described me almost exactly except I AM TERRIFIED OF GOING TO ANY DOCTOR. Do actually have Roemheld Syndrome, which is also known as gastric cardia. But it keeps me in a debilitating state of panic.

[@c010404]

I’ve been living this for 8 years, I’ve had every test under the sun. Today I am having regular ectopic beats and all I want to do is run to the ER again.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Those are difficult symptoms to live. There is effective treatment for health anxiety and panic that can help to train your brain to desensitize and be less reactive.

[@tomm856]

I get ectopic heart beats not long after getting up that almost last until i go to bed again at night. Yesterday I had four hours of bigeminy beats (beat - miss beat - beat - miss beat - beat - miss beat), but apart from thudding in my stomach. I was OK. I got sent to the hospital by the doctor and another day called an ambulance but has usual, my heart behaved it's self with a ECG lol.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I am sorry that you are feeling those skipped beats. I hope that these die down and that your anxiety associated with feeling these calms down as well.

[@muchanetamadondo9066]

Being struggling a whole week and this has answered my problems Have had chest pains,palpitations,headaches, and naseusea after breakfast. Shortness of breath and numbness on my left arm. feeling so unsettled and awfully terrible. Did some yoga for stress and anxiety then soaked myself in a hot tub,felt a little better but not good. Stumbled on this video while scrolling. Thank you.

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

I hope you feel better ❤️

[@javainvickers6294]

U good bro

[@wizdombtd2133]

What’s crazy is I really though I had overcome health anxiety. Went away for a whole year, than I fell back on some stressful times and it’s back with full force. Past week been having heart pains, palpitations, wake up and can’t breathe. Worked out for a bit today started getting all ichy and it felt like my heart had just stopped… IM 17 LOL. Gonna go finish the workout, gonna overcome this fast this time. Thanks for the video ❤

[@PaigePradkoTherapy]

Yes, it can come back when you are stressed, or if you start compulsions again like checking on your body symptoms and worrying and googling information. Even doctor visits and testing can ramp up the anxiety, although I do recommend annual checkups as part of everyone’s health maintenance. Glad to hear you are going to finish your workout 🏋️‍♀️😊

[@teajaay]

When I’m calm, I’m busy, and I’m regulated (which is rare) I notice my anxiety is less and I don’t have any issues. I have issues with interoception due to autism. It’s hard to understand and know what each weird sensation means. I get overwhelmed when this happens and I think it causes some of my meltdowns as well as panic attacks.