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Panic attack so bad i'm hyperventilating. can't breath. chest hurts! should i get my dad to bring me to er.
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Calm down : Call your dad and go together. Please have him drive you, ok? Good luck!
Answered 3/26/2013
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Stay calm: Stay calm and practice breathing slowly and deliberately. If you have ongoing asthma or a known heart condition call your doctor for advice (while staying calm and breathing slowly and deliberately). Otherwise, calm down and let this episode pass. Then, seek treatment for panic attacks and anxiety disorder management (psychiatrist/psychologist).
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