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What does a panic attack feel like? what causes them?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic attacks sxs:: 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. Some things which can ^ risk for panic attacks include: previous abuse/ >

Answered 11/30/2014

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic attack causes: Panic attack feel like being in Intense Fear with sense of impending doom or danger of having heart attack, stroke or death. Causes of panic Attacks Major Stressor • Physical and sexual abuse • Domestic Violence • Death of a loved one • Divorce • Alcohol • Cocaine • Amphetamines • Family history Your Emotional Health is Precious! Please see a Psychiatrist for Diagnosis, Therapy and Medication.

Answered 6/8/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic attack: Some things which can ^ risk for panic attacks include: previous abuse/ trauma as well as genetic predisposition. Traumatic brain injury, hyperthyroidism, hypoglycemia, mitral valve prolapse, recurrent hyperventilation, extreme physical activity, drug abuse & use of stimulants may ^ risk. Acute stressors or chronic stress, illness, claustrophobia & major life changes can also play a part. Panic >

Answered 11/30/2014

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