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I was told panic attacks aren't fatal, however, i was also told that blood pressure spikes during the attacks can indeed cause stroke/hemorrhage. i'm confused, which one is it?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

It depends.: If have hyperlipidemia or diabetes at an old age bad things can happen but at a young age you can tolerate since no hardening of the vessels and having elasticity.

Answered 7/5/2018

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A member asked:

I was told panic attacks aren't fatal, however, i was also told that blood pressure spikes during the attacks can indeed cause stroke/hemorrhage. i'm confused, which one is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

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