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All of a sudden i have a anxiety attack gasping for air then its allover in seconds can this be anxiety?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Do you have : Diagnosed panic attacks? These are panic attack symptoms: 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 min. Most people have.

Answered 3/3/2014

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Gasping and Anxiety: Yes, it can be an anxiety attack. Please get checked by your doc. After that a clinical psychologist who works with anxiety disorders can be helpful. The very best to you.

Answered 3/3/2014

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