A member asked:

I have panic attacks where i hyperventilate whenever i am either really hot (temperature wise) or frustrated, why is that?!

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Hydration: Dr ali is quite correct. Additionally, be sure you stay well hydrated, since dehydration triggers adrenaline release also.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. William Holmes answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Physiology, Emotion: I can answer the second example more easily than the first. Panic attacks can be triggered by certain emotions, so it makes sense that high levels of frustration serve as a "trigger" for you. I have not heard of anyone having a panic attack due to temperature, but I have seen this happen with other specific physical states. Again, for you there is something about temperature that triggers attacks.

Answered 5/28/2017

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic: Frustration & temperature changes are few of the many triggers for panic attacks, due to excitability of the sympathetic nervous system with high adrenaline in your body that can intensify anxiety (fight-flight response).

Answered 10/3/2016

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