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Could having aniety attacks raise the blood pressure and heart rate? if so, how long does anxiety symptoms last?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

BP ; Heart Rate: Yes, anxiety attacks raise BP and heart rate. Such attacks are self-limiting, with the most intense symptoms resolving in minutes and the aftermath in an hour or two. It leaves folks fearful of another one happening. A good psychologist can help you mange them and many people do very well indeed. Peace and good health in our stressful world.

Answered 6/10/2014

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