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Is it possible for panic attack and anxiety to cause transient ischemic attack or stroke?
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If: Risk factors exist for Stroke or CAD, the sympathetic response to anxiety and panic could lead to Stroke or TIA
Answered 8/10/2014
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No: While symptoms during a panic attack or episode of anxiety may mimic a transient ischemic attack(TIA) or stroke, panic attack and anxiety do not cause a stroke or TIA.
Answered 3/15/2016
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