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I have the head pressure and at one point and even still sometimes I do get the head palpitations.

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Your situation sounds similar to what happened with me 4 weeks after using MDMA so it may be endocrine/hormone/HPA axis related. I initially recovered from the comedown in 1 week but then got it again 1 month or so later. Now I know why--check all your hormones: Cortisol, Testosterone, LH/FSH, TSH, ACTH, Free T3, Total T4 are the most important. Just know this---usually MDMA won't cause a total endocrine disturbance where you are below the range completely so you may be in the range but low-normal and that can still cause symptoms. ex) Having T in the 300s or 400s ng/dL.
 
Hi guys. Thank you all to who responded to my last post. i posted a reply but i guess it didnt go thru. i do tend to obsess over my first initial panic attack. i wanna train myself that it will not happen again... I left something out. I think i read some BL reporting this symptom but not sure. Past 2 weeks i have had this weird tingle sensation back of head. like above my neck. its tingle numb sensation. it feels really strong. and making my anxiety worse. Any advice. Is it just anxiety.

When I was sick with my so called 'LTC,' one of my symptoms was numbness and tingling in the extremities (especially fingers). However, there was also a spot near my left ear that inexplicably also became affected by this. It was incredibly random that this patch of my scalp began to tingle away for several months - really weird.

This symptom caused me a lot of distress, and was the main reason why I ended up seeing a neurologist.

Even more frustrating however, is when all my efforts to see various specialists - including (among others) two cardiologists, a gastroenterologist, and an endocrinologist - in order to desperately figure out what the hell was wrong with me became a colossal failure with respect to the fact that I was unsuccessful in obtaining any objective medical evidence of something (anything) being the source of it all. And by "it," I of course mean the 'LTC' symptoms.

Be that as it may, what's most important is that, after I decided to see a psychiatrist and be prescribed some medication, I eventually recovered, which filled me with nonstop euphoria for several months afterwards.

Alas, I still don't know why a random area close to my left ear started tingling incessantly (and it also felt numb when I would feel the area). While I could go back and try to search some more for any answers, I simply cannot do it anymore, as it all but consumed me the last time around. In other words, it fucked with my head psychologically to the point that it became clear that I was causing myself more harm (and nothing good). So yeah, I stopped, and that's that.

Know that you are not alone; that others have experienced similar symptoms as yourself; that we understand you're suffering; that we're here for you (and others).

Gotta go for now, you have yourself a good one buddy, take care and try not to worry about the numbness and tingling too much. I know it's distracting and annoying as hell, but I digress.

The way I managed to deal with it best was to find a hobby which did not require too much mental and physical exertion. And for me, that hobby was kinda lame, but it worked. I basically started watching the TV show '21' with Kiefer Sutherland, and found I really liked it so much so that all I could think about was the next season. I did get my daily physical exercise in between though, so yeah.

Have a good one :)
 
Interesting. It seems like only a few dr's out there really know this stuff well. Most will be like oh drugs I have no idea obviously. Maybe I'm just lucky that all my symptoms seem to be explainable. I should mention though that most/95% of endos will have no idea of this stuff and tell you that you are normal hormonally even if you aren't. It falls into a grey area often.

Physically I had/have: Tingling, head pressure, nausea, head palpitations, muscle tension, hard to focus with eyes (due to muscle tension),
Psychologically: Mostly anxiety/intrusive/obsessive thoughts and at one point though not anymore depression.
 
I've been clean since my rehab stint in July, the physical effects will subside somewhat quickly after 4-5 of being clean. the mental cravings also go down (slower though) as you slowly forget how to recall the drugs effect. you will go stir crazy and you can get over your mental need and angry outbursts. I was doing around 2.5-3 grams a day for week on my last bender (I too am amazed to this day) and I had a seizure and woke up and I could not remember my name and I had to ask my girlfriend who she was.. I'm only showing you how dark it got not for shock value but let you know its possible. Every time I hear the name or typing this out for example I crave, but cravings turn to thoughts and frankly the idea of using gets me excited everytime but I can control my thoughts. that rush thinking about getting high has become my high and using will take away my ability to imagine. - its a life long battle but its possible. your not alone. Good luck to everyone on the road to recovery best wishes - Blanch
 
My chest area hurts constantly, i began getting head pressure but i just told my self its not possible to get symptons later down the track (when i mean told my self i repeated it a million times in my head it works...) but my chest still kills me, some days its not there, some days it is. I dont even care about the feeling that im not in my body, it doesnt affect me, but i swear there are fucking tumours behind my ribs or something man its freaking me the fuck out, im not sure if im ever gunna get better, no one seems to have fucking pains in the ribs chest and back areas... am i fucked?
 
My chest area hurts constantly, i began getting head pressure but i just told my self its not possible to get symptons later down the track (when i mean told my self i repeated it a million times in my head it works...) but my chest still kills me, some days its not there, some days it is. I dont even care about the feeling that im not in my body, it doesnt affect me, but i swear there are fucking tumours behind my ribs or something man its freaking me the fuck out, im not sure if im ever gunna get better, no one seems to have fucking pains in the ribs chest and back areas... am i fucked?
For 8 months till this day i get chronic chest pain due to anxiety. It would be so intense sometimes felt like elephant on my chest. or i was afraid it was a heart attack. but its not if i was im having a 8 month heart attack haha not possible. But dont worry about it as hard at it is. I get it jus about everyday. Even on my good days. So its jus anxiety. Take care -jenn
 
@ro4eva Thank you for your reply/advice. Its nice to know that i or anybody else at that are not alone. I really appreciate it. -jenn
 
@Strangestuff

Thanks for letting me know. I'll definitely look into that because it seems like it's getting worse.
 
Hey guys I was wondering if anyone of you guys get horrible head pressure after exercise. I started doing insanity and I am on my third week and they symptom I have left after 25 months of he'll is a constant sinus pressure especially after exercise. I still have body aches but not that much anxiety.
 
Anyone got any advice for my symptoms?

blood tests? Benzos? anything man anything im supposed to start working onsite as well as uni soon need help asap
 
Ok, one thing I really feel is working great lately is that ive been eating as much protein as I can lately. Buy a good raw protein powder (http://www.amazon.com/Garden-Life-Organic-Replacement-Formula/dp/B007S6Y74O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424982800&sr=8-1&keywords=garden+of+life+raw+meal), PASTURED ONLY eggs. And make a smoothie with the raw eggs and protein mix. Pastured only raw eggs are safe to eat! Do not worry, do a google search on eating raw pastured eggs. You will find that it is amazing for your health as well as safe to eat.

Start with this. Make sure you are getting a proper protein intake. For your body weight, you should be eating .36 grams of protein per pound of body weight. Do the quick math and a quick look at your daily diet, and see if you are getting enough protein. Most likely as I found out. I am not.

Im supposed to eat 54 grams of protein per day based on my weight. With this protein mix i posted, 2 scoops = 36 grams. Add one raw egg = 6grams, that's 42 grams of protein just at breakfast!!! At dinner, have a little chicken, or tempeh, or rice and beans or pasta or fish and you can have plenty of protein.

Protein contains life supporting and brain building amino acids. Without enough protein, your brain is not getting enough amino acids to function properly.

This is not a theory, this is fact! We need protein in our life.

Many of us out here are trying to eath as healthy as possible and this may mean some of us are experimenting with a vegan or vegetarian diet. I did at first. I realized this was limiting my protein intake and when I started eating chicken and eggs again, I really want to say I started feeling better. And now I bought a raw protein mix and have been eating one raw egg in my smoothie in the morning, I want to say I have alot more energy and feeling more stable and much more cognitively with it.

Ive honestly been feeling amazing in my life lately and this little piece ive added to my diet, I think has been helping.


PROTEIN!!!!!!!!
 
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Thanks for the tip PMZ! Delighted to hear you're feeling better. I'm a vegetarian, but I think I'm going to try this one. Also been considering trying to eliminate sugars

absolutely cut out as much sugar as you can.

eat more tempeh them if you are veg. 16 grams of protein per serving!


I honestly felt way better after I abandoned the vegan vegetarian thing. maybe right now isnt time to be veg?
 
Im going to see a therapist on march 2nd. I'm in canada so im not paying to see her even tho shes expansive. Anyone can tell me what not to say or what to say about my story. Keep in my im adhd and got meds and dont want them taken away from me. I just want to seek help for the anxiety and all that crap. I wana talk to someone that knows the brain.
 
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Im going to see a therapist on march 2nd. I'm in canada so im not paying to see her even tho shes expansive. Anyone can tell me what not to say or what to say about my story. Keep in my im adhd and got meds and dont want them taken away from me. I just want to seek help for the anxiety and all that crap. I wana talk to someone that knows the brain.

Hey ive been seeing a therapist for about a month.My main problem is anxiety. I told her everything. drug induced anxiety and what im going thru since it happened depress /suicide thoughts. She was so understanding saying this isnt rare. it happens to alot of people. Made me feel better. Depending on the type of therapist counselor. They cant really take away your meds. Maybe give you advice on them maybe not. My therapist cant give me meds and does not recommend them. she believes i cnt beat this anxiety w/o them but she says the choice is mine. Just tell the truth of how you feel its confendential unless you say your gonna kill yourself or kill others. They have to call the cops lol. But keep in mind not all therapist are good. if you dont like this one keep searching. dnt give up. And therapy does take a long time. one session will not cure anything. i have zero patience and have to accept this. its hard. Im glad i seeked help because i feel like someone is on my side. I go every week my anxiety is bad. Lol :/ But good luck to you. respond back after your session.
 
The therapist aint guna take away your meds. The therapist will ask you what meds you are on (standard question) but they have absolutely no power to do that since they are not MDs. But by adhd meds I assume you mean adderall, etc? Don't these increase anxiety? Your therapist may give you a recommendation to see a psychiatrist so all of that can be evaluated along with anxiety.

Just explain what you did, your thoughts, feelings, etc.
 
Hello everyone,here's my story,and i really need some advice

Compared to most of the threads i read,my story isn't that serious,but it's still being the worst time of my life.It all started this New Year's Eve,when i decided to snif a normal dose of MDMA.1.5 mg.
First 15 days everything seemed fine,then I went in Thessaloniki,Greece,the city where i study.There,my diet was very very bad(since i was living alone),i slept during all day,and gradually i noticed i got depressed,didnt know what was going on since i had never experienced feelings like these before(not motivated about anything,not even sex or hanging around with friends),then depression turnt to anxiety/panic attacks because i was afraid of what whas going on.

This lasted for 6-7 days,until i decided to get back to my parents house in Athens,since i was desperate.Went to a psychiatrist,prescribed me with some benzos(bad idea cause they can get u suicidal,its one of the side effects).A week later,i discovered the possible side effects of MDMA use,and i was reassured,cause clearly my life was amazingg,never had depression or anxiety problems(EVER),i was a really happy and chilled person.So,i started exercising,having a healthy diet,and gradually i was getting better.Then,one day,i had stomach crumps and was anxious all day long.This lasted for 5-6 days and then it just suddenly stopped.Since then,its been PURE cyclothemia.There are times when i feel really desperate,hopeless and even suicidal(then i shout to myself "I WANNA LIVE"),and 2-3 hours later,after having a conversation with someone,i just feel normal.Calm,normal,everything feels fine.This has made me so upset,i decided quitting on the benzos,and starting psychotherapy.

I just wanna have my normal life back.Its only been 1 month and some days since i had the depression,and 2 months since i took the MDMA,so i guess i'll need to give myself much more time to myself,but guys,i really need some advice and help,cause its seems like noone can understand me.Words like death and depression,that used to not affect me at all,now scare me to death,and i really cant cope with everyday life so easily.There are times I feel fucking great and ready to do anything,and then i just fall down again.And this happens in a daily basis.I know it will get better,i just want my life back.
 
Interesting it started 15 days later and not immediately. This indicates that you need to get some bloodwork done. Refer to my previous posts for more info about that. Its the only tests worth doing. ECGs/MRI/other random tests are all useless.

Best to get the bloodwork all checked out now before this spirals.
 
Interesting it started 15 days later and not immediately. This indicates that you need to get some bloodwork done. Refer to my previous posts for more info about that. Its the only tests worth doing. ECGs/MRI/other random tests are all useless.

Best to get the bloodwork all checked out now before this spirals.

Strangestuff,

How has your response to hormonal therapy been? Have you noticed a significant change in your symptoms since initiating the therapy?
 
Having a really bad diet,not exercising,sleeping well,and seeing the sun,are all depression trigerrers since they destroy your serotonine levels.I guess since my brain was already fucked up from the MDMA use and it needs minimum 2-3 months according to doctors(and it depends from person to person) to get stable again,this was the main reason depression was triggered.I'll get those bloodwork checked though,and thanks for the advice :)
 
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