Question 1

panic attacks half the day, work 12hr, little sleep. can this cause heart attack young female. been going on long time. numb body & aching for weeks.

Accepted Answer

Panic attacks: I understand your distress.
Panic attacks and panic Disorders are treatable with good success.
Please see a Psychiatrist for 
•	Diagnosis
•	Therapy for stresses in your life
•	Medication
•	Breathing Relaxation
•	Meditation
Your Emotional Health is Precious!

Question 2

suffer from panic attacks think i'm having heart attack doctor says ekg and blood work were fine could i still have one? 28yr old female

Accepted Answer

Panic attacks: More likely to have more panic attacks, talk to your doctor about your panic attack problems.

Question 3

hi dr, i hope youre well.

i got a sharp pain on my heart (left side) - its been 3 days now and im a person with lot stress so im worried this if its not heart attack or panic attack. its more painful at night ?

Accepted Answer

Sharp pain : The heart rarely causes sharp pain. You should see a doctor. Very common reasons for chest pain is GERD, anxiety, gastritis, chest wall pain. The heart can cause chest symptoms, shortness of breath. and is worse with activity. Anxiety can make someone feel anything

Question 4

lately when i try to go to sleep i feel like my heart is going to stop or im gonna stop breathing, like im having a heartattack is it a heart attack, or panic attack ? i have had them before just sitting around the house but never when im going to sleep

Accepted Answer

You : You may be experiencing panic attacks.  Panic attacks usually last ten minutes or less.  Some possible symptoms which might make you think you are having a panic attack include: chest pain or chest tightness; a pounding or rapid heartbeat, rapid or difficult breathing, nausea, sweating or numbness / tingling in your lips or fingers/ toes. People often believe that they are having a heart attack during an episode of panic. Other symptoms can include feeling very afraid and / or anxious; trembling, feeling really hot or cold or feeling dizzy or faint.    
    If a person wakes up in the middle of the night gasping for air then they might be experiencing sleep apnea.  I can not diagnose you. You should see your doctor for a full medical evaluation, to ensure that these symptoms are not due to a medical condition. If you do in fact have panic attacks, there are medications which can be prescribed to help and you can also see a psychologist to learn ways to control or prevent these symptoms that do not require medications. Good luck.

Question 5

early this morning i had a burning sensation in my chest a long with tingling and restlessness, i went outside now am in bath tub still feeling the burning. is this a heart attack or panic attack? 24 yo

Accepted Answer

Get eval to know.: Heart attack would be unusual at your age. Panic attacks often last 2 to 10 mins. Possible sx’s: anxiety/panic, chest tightness/pain, rapid /pounding heartbeat, areas of numbness or pins &amp; needles type sensation, hot flashes or chills &amp; ^ sweating, tickle sensation in  stomach or nausea, feeling dizzy /faint &amp; shaking. The person may fear that they are going crazy or are out of control.

Question 6

is it a panic attack or heart attack im scared ?

Accepted Answer

Panic attack vs MI: Anxiety; rapid, pounding heart; chest tightness/pain; shortness of breath w hyperventilation; hot /cold flashes; butterflies in stomach, nausea or vomiting; tingling of mouth or extremities; ^ sweating; feeling faint or lightheaded; headache or shaking, difficulty swallowing or tight throat; they usually peak w/i 10 mins. Anxiety symptoms can include feeling nervous or irritable, muscle tension &gt;.

Question 7

what distinguishes a panic attack from a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

You can not: Chest pain from a heart attack lasts longer than 20min, so can panic attack.If so a patient should call 911.

Question 8

how can panic attack cause heart attack/arrest?

Accepted Answer

Sick heart: Usually a panic attack does not lead to a myocardial infarct unless the heart is very ill.  However, the symptoms of a heart attack ight be panic or a sense of impending doom.  If you suffer from panic attacks and are concerned about your heart, see your physician.  There are noninvasive tests that can be done to reassure you about your heart, or can lead to better treatment if disease is present.

Question 9

can you suffer a heart attack from a panic attack?

Accepted Answer

Panic attacks: No usually not, though it can feel similar sometimes with chest pressure,  sweating,  palpitations etc.

Question 10

what is the difference between a panic attack and a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Panic attacks: Panic attacks are psychologic reactions which can have symptoms which mimic those of heart attack. A real heart attack is caused by a heart blood vessel blocking off and damaging a part of the heart. Heart attack can be fatal. Panic attack usually isn't fatal but can be psychologically incapacitating.

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Panic attacks half the day, work 12hr, little sleep. can this cause heart attack young female. been going on long time. numb body & aching for weeks.

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Suffer from panic attacks think i'm having heart attack doctor says ekg and blood work were fine could i still have one? 28yr old female

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Hi dr, i hope youre well. i got a sharp pain on my heart (left side) - its been 3 days now and im a person with lot stress so im worried this if its not heart attack or panic attack. its more painful at night ?

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Lately when i try to go to sleep i feel like my heart is going to stop or im gonna stop breathing, like im having a heartattack is it a heart attack, or panic attack ? i have had them before just sitting around the house but never when im going to sleep

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Early this morning i had a burning sensation in my chest a long with tingling and restlessness, i went outside now am in bath tub still feeling the burning. is this a heart attack or panic attack? 24 yo

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Is it a panic attack or heart attack im scared ?

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What distinguishes a panic attack from a heart attack?

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How can panic attack cause heart attack/arrest?

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