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Could a panic attack be caused by vertigo?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes, vertigo can: trigger panic attacks. Please see your doc to deal w/the vertigo. A mental health professional can help you w/panic. A fear that you will have a panic attack becomes the issue. Peace and good health.

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 10/15/2014

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