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I am experiencing panic attacks at night. i have tested positive for covid and was wondering if the two are related. i do not usually get panic attacks and am also not diagnosed with anxiety. ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19: Uncertain in your individual case. However, CDC researchers noted a marked increase in anxiety disorder & depressive disorder symptoms in the US. I suspect this would also be true in South Africa. See: https://jamanetwork.com/channels/health-forum/fullarticle/2770050

Answered 1/14/2021

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