A member asked:

While having a panick attack can you feel symtoms your afraid of ? i'm afraid of appendixities & when i feel pain i get a panic att or feel it more !

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic Attack: Panic attack is intensely frightening experience person may feel that he is having a heart attack, stroke, going insane and may die. It is possible that you may feel symptoms that you are afraid of. Panic attacks are treatable. Please see a psychiatrist for treatment

Answered 4/30/2014

4.2k views

Thank
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes, may have fear.: 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 mins. Anxiety symptoms can include feeling nervous or irritable, muscle tension

Answered 8/25/2020

50 views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Why do I get panic attacks when i'm on my piriod?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers