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How come i have anxiety attacks when i leave my inhaler at home?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You may feel very : Anxious because you no longer have the reassurance of knowing that you have quick access to your rescue inhaler. This means that you feeling of safety is undermined. This sets up anxiety in anticipation of a possible asthma attack.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 12/8/2013

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