Anxiety attack

2026-08-19 03:41:17
Hello yesterday I was in good sleep suddenly got panic anxiety attacks in chest and started shivering from sleep why is it ? Due to this I m afraid daily something bad is going to happen
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What you describe — waking abruptly from sound sleep with panic, chest tightness and shivering, and now a lingering dread that "something bad is going to happen" — is a classic nocturnal panic attack. It is frightening precisely because there is no trigger and no warning, but it is not dangerous in itself and it does not mean something is wrong with your heart. It happens when the body's alarm system fires during light sleep; the adrenaline surge causes the pounding chest, trembling and breathlessness within minutes. In a 28-year-old woman, the things I always want excluded before settling on anxiety are thyroid overactivity, anaemia, low blood sugar (especially if you eat dinner very early or are dieting), excess caffeine or energy drinks late in the day, and occasionally obstructive sleep apnoea or acid reflux waking you at night. The anticipatory fear you now have is the part that keeps the cycle going — fear of the next attack is what turns one episode into a pattern, and that is very treatable.
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1) Get simple baseline tests once: TSH (with free T4 if abnormal), CBC, fasting blood sugar, vitamin D and B12, and an ECG. A normal set of these lets you stop worrying that it is your heart, which itself reduces the attacks. 2) During an attack, do not fight it — sit up, and use slow paced breathing: breathe in through the nose for 4 seconds, out slowly through pursed lips for 6-8 seconds, for 5 minutes. Remind yourself the surge peaks at about 10 minutes and always passes. Grounding (name 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear) helps break the spiral. 3) Sleep hygiene matters a lot for nocturnal panic: fixed sleep and wake times, no caffeine after 4 pm, no alcohol or heavy/spicy meals within 3 hours of bed, no phone/screen in bed, and keep the room dark and cool. 4) Daily 30 minutes of brisk walking or any aerobic exercise is genuinely as effective as medication for mild panic. 5) The definitive treatment for recurring panic is CBT (cognitive behaviour therapy) with a clinical psychologist — a short course of 8-12 sessions usually stops the cycle. If attacks are frequent or you start avoiding sleep, an SSRI prescribed by a psychiatrist works well; please do not start alprazolam or similar tablets on your own, as they help for an hour but cause dependence. 6) You can consult me on Practo to review your reports and to discuss whether you need medication or therapy first, or come to Synergy Multispeciality Hospital, Miraj, if you are in this region and would prefer an in-person check-up with an ECG.
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Word of caution: do not simply assume every episode is anxiety. Seek emergency care if chest pain is crushing or spreads to the jaw or left arm, lasts more than 15-20 minutes, comes with sweating or vomiting, if you faint, if the heartbeat stays very fast and irregular after the episode, or if you wake gasping/choking repeatedly (possible sleep apnoea). Also seek help urgently if you ever have thoughts of harming yourself. Avoid self-medicating with sleeping pills or alcohol to get through the night.

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Normal  as in kids Sips of water. Consult superspecialist to know why?? Psychiatrist

Answered2026-08-26 04:20:02

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Looks like panic attack. Reduce your stress levels You don't have to fear about it.
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feel free to consult me on practo for further evaluation and management

Answered2026-08-24 06:26:06

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Kindly consult with neuro psychiatrist

Answered2026-08-23 15:30:22

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PSY Opinion needed Kindly consult for further advice

Answered2026-08-22 16:20:18

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Answered2026-08-20 14:41:53

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Keep yourself busy mentally.

Answered2026-08-20 14:31:35

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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app

Answered2026-08-20 12:53:18

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. You can discuss via whatsapp  on 971*66*33*129

Answered2026-08-20 11:25:48

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Do meditation Relaxation Exercise Yoga sleep 7 hrs See a psychiatrist if out of control

Answered2026-08-20 09:55:50

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Requires a proper assessment to understand the underlying cause and guide you. Please book a consultation for a detailed evaluation, personalized treatment plan and further advice.

Answered2026-08-20 08:48:50

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No worry ,panic attack.sudden onset.if you feel again consult with psychiatrist.

Answered2026-08-20 08:29:51

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May be you are thinking something which is disturbing you. It can happen due to stress.
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I can suggest u some tablets which can help you. Please get a consultation.

Answered2026-08-20 08:24:58

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Dnt worry. Panic attacks are always sudden. Need to find the cause. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six for proper counseling.

Answered2026-08-20 08:23:29

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If you would like to discuss your concern in more detail, please feel free to contact me on WhatsApp at eight six one nine six six nine nine zero six. Alternatively, you can connect with me through the Practo app for a detailed consultation

Answered2026-09-04 13:36:18

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Avoid fried and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables more Fiber meal Walk Do connect and consult

Answered2026-08-24 07:39:24

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2026-08-24 05:43:55

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Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult

Answered2026-08-22 12:05:54

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2026-08-20 13:34:52

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