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Very fit/athletic all my life. i've had anxiety for the last 6 months&rarely leave home. i lay in bed 24/7 has my heart weakened from lack of activity?

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Panic attacks?: Need exam to r/o possible other problems, if panic attacks then probably SSRIs & minor tranquilizer for PRN use plus cognitive therapy--if someone in your family successfully treated for similar sx try what helped them.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/11/2016

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