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Do we feel fear in high blood pressure or also in anxiety i don't know i have anxiety or high bp i feel uneasy everytime?

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Fear: You are describing worry and fear, which are the main features of anxiety disorders. As there are many medical causes for this as well, start with your primary care doc. Then ask for a psychiatrist who can diagnose and treat the problem.

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Answered 11/6/2012

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