A couple of days ago, I woke up to find that my right eye was bloody; due, to a broken, blood vessel. Today, I just felt, very edgy. Like I was going to literally, explode. I took my blood pressure. And, almost fainted, it was 179/112. Which is dangerous. Now, I am thin, I work out, I am in good shape. My diet is great. I do not consume a lot of salt, nor, do I eat a lot of "fatty" foods. I am just, STRESSED OUT. I went to school, earlier, and told my professor, that I was unable to attend class, because I needed to see my doctor. I have heard of people having heart attacks around my age. So, now, I am worried that I am, a walking time bomb!!!

So, please, (I know, this is very selfish) but, please pray for me..I need it..

My prayers are with you Tara. Take care of yourself, you are a good person inside and out. I pray the best for you. :)

Tara, I found a very interesting, but scary study on what stress does to the human body. I posted it last year. Give it a read. Try to find relaxing techniques to help yourself. I'll keep you in my prayers.

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showthread.php?t=213671

My prayers are with you Tara. Take care of yourself, you are a good person inside and out. I pray the best for you. :)
Thank You, Brian:)

Tara, I found a very interesting, but scary study on what stress does to the human body. I posted it last year. Give it a read. Try to find relaxing techniques to help yourself. I'll keep you in my prayers.

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showthread.php?t=213671
WOW, and boy, do I believe it. I made an apppointment to see a doctor this afternoon.

And, Janice, thank you, for your prayers:)

I know you've been very stressed honey, and I pray for you everyday, you know that. I love you very much and want you to take care of yourself. Seeing a doctor is a great idea, reducing the stress in your life will make a world of difference! :bighug:

I know you've been very stressed honey, and I pray for you everyday, you know that. I love you very much and want you to take care of yourself. Seeing a doctor is a great idea, reducing the stress in your life will make a world of difference! :bighug:
Lauren, thank you, for your kind words!:)

It's not selfish, I hope you feel better soon. I don't handle stress as well as some people, and have a lot of anxiety problems so on some level I understand what you're going through. Not fun. :(

My prayers, thoughts & love are with you, Tara. :bighug: Take care of yourself and keep us updated!!!!

Deep breath. Take a walk on the beach...that seems calming to me and you're lucky to be close.

I stress myself out all the time; I wonder sometimes if I no longer know how to live stress-free. But if it gets too bad, you just need to say F it...nothing is that important. You know...a bad grade, or dying. Gotta convince yourself that dying is much worse. I know that sounds silly. Just try to look at the positive aspects of things; maybe that will lower your stress a little.

this is definitely not selfish on your part. i'm glad you're seeing a doctor & i hope that everything goes well & that you're able to pick up some techniques to help you relax. stress can really affect the body & my thoughts & prayers are with you tara!

I hope you will be alright, Tara

Lauren, thank you, for your kind words!:)


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I'm sorry to hear about your blood pressure being so high. That's pretty scary. Hope the doctor is able to get it back down to normal. Let us know how you're doing.

Tara please take care of yourself. You are definately in my thoughts and prayers. I hope everything turns out okay. You are the best. :)

I went to the doctor, and was placed on blood pressure meds as well as Zoloft (for anxiety). Thank You, everyone, for your kinds words:)

I went to the doctor, and was placed on blood pressure meds as well as Zoloft (for anxiety). Thank You, everyone, for your kinds words:)
Hope it works for you. Paxil worked for a lot of my anxiety. Not all, but enough.

I went to the doctor, and was placed on blood pressure meds as well as Zoloft (for anxiety). Thank You, everyone, for your kinds words:)
I've been on Zoloft for almost 4 1/2 years now. It's helped, for the most part. I hope it'll help you, my friend. :bighug:

Cathy and Monika..Thank You.
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Cathy and Monika..Thank You.
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Any time, darling. :bighug: :kiss:

I'm sorry to hear that. :( Stress can be horrible to have and deal with. I know what stress is like.
Thank You, Jenny. I am glad to see you back. I missed you:)

I went to the doctor, and was placed on blood pressure meds as well as Zoloft (for anxiety). Thank You, everyone, for your kinds words:)
How did I miss this. I'm sorry, Tara, but I'm glad you're getting the help you need. :)