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I've been experiencing a lot of anxiety and feel like i'm having sensation through out my body but mostly my arms. i'm 43?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Panic attack: This sounds like a panic attack

Dr Juchau and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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