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If a person with a phobia tries to face it will he get hyperventilation?

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Dr. Orrin Ailloni-Charas answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Maybe: When we get scared, hyperventilation is a normal response. Try to slow down your breathing and take deep breaths. That may help you calm down.

Answered 3/22/2014

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