Question 1

what are more common symptoms of an anxiety disorder?

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Insecure feelings: Basically this is looking ahead with dread. Nameless fears with trembling, sweating shortness of breath and palpiations. Stomach rumbling etc.

Question 2

what are the most common symptoms of an anxiety attack and how long can those symptoms last on average?

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Symptoms of anxiety: Anxiety and panic often hit in "attack" form, coming on suddenly along with sweating, fast breathing and a feeling of loss of control. They can also build slowly, and may ihave irritability, insomnia, headaches and an upset stomach. The causes of the attack differ greatly between people. Talking to a counselor can help you understand your triggers and deal with them in a positive manner.

Question 3

what are the signs and symptoms of an anxiety disorder?

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Anxiety: Depends on the type of anxiety, but generally, the physical symptoms can include; heart racing, muscle weakness, shortness of breath, nausea, headache, chest pains, poor sleep. Emotional symptoms can include;  feeling tense, apprehension, trouble concentrating, irritability, restlessness. Cognitive symptoms can be; fear, dread, obsessive thinking.

Question 4

can u tell me differences in symptoms of an anxiety attack and a heart attack? thanks

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Anxiety: Anxiety attacks symptoms are similar to heart attacks.  A detailed history, ECG and blood tests differentiate the 2. Risk factors like dm HTN lipids, family history, smoking etc put at risk for a cardiac event.

Question 5

if i have true anxiety, how is it possible for the symptoms to go away lying down vs standing?  wouldn't this be physical not psych? very hard to u/s.

Accepted Answer

Agree: Yes i agree with you -- anxiety is more or less the same in any position.

Question 6

what symptoms come with anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Many symptoms: Symptoms that are frequently associated with anxiety include insomnia, palpitations, avoidance of social situations, irritability, muscle cramping or stiffness and tremors. Most people with anxiety will have just a few of these symptoms.

Question 7

what are symptoms related to anxiety?

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Anxiety shows itself: In may ways.  Once can mentally obsess over things that frighten the person or do behaviors to keep danger away, e.g., ritual behaviors, checking and re-checking.  Physically there can be heart palpitations, shortness of breath, sweating, sleeplessness, etc.  Please go to a mental health professional for support if you think you have an anxiety disorder.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of common anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Fear and concern: Anxiety is a feeling of fear or concern that has psychological and physical symptoms such as dread, worry, increased heart rate, sweating, etc.

Question 9

can anxiety make u have symptoms of a disease?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: Anxiety symptoms can mimic many illnesses, such as heart or lung or intestines/stomach or neurological, as well as can intensify symptoms of underlying illnesses such as gastrointestinal or neurological. Thorough workup can clarify the illness.

Question 10

might one have anxiety without physical symptoms?

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Not usually: The mind and body are closely interwoven -- they are not separate.  So when you feel anxious and fearful about something, your body responds by getting ready to run or fight: rapid, pounding heart rate; rapid breathing; sweating; pupils dilate; etc. Intensity of these symptoms might differ between people, and the interpretation might differ too ("heart attack! i'm dying!" vs "panic attack, okay").

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