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Fluttering feeling in heart, beating fast and hard also. i felt light headed and really warm, was shaking, felt like i was going to die. panic attack?

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic attack: You are a Precious Human Being! I understand your distress. These symptoms indicate Anxiety/ Panic attack. Alcohol , Cocaine, and Amphetamines can cause or make symptoms worse. Please go to ER for Diagnosis and Treatment.

Answered 5/28/2016

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