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Can panic/anxiety attacks kill you? if i think about my heart rate i can raise my blood pressure to 140/95 and my heart rate can get well passed 100+

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No: Even though it might feel like it and very scary, you won't die from a panic attack. However, it's important to get treatment from your family doctor or psychiatrist, as it is not pleasant to be living with panic attacks.

Answered 3/19/2016

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A member asked:

Can panic/anxiety attacks kill you? if i think about my heart rate i can raise my blood pressure to 140/95 and my heart rate can get well passed 100+

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jane Kang answered

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