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Anxiety Panic attack, hyperventilation
As mentioned above, I have a long history of panic attacks(since I was 25 now am 31), causing hypertension especially during peak office work or driving and when trying to sleep. The feeling of being unable to breathe and going to d*e due to a tight stomach and chest. I am unable to exercise or do my work efficiently causing more damage to my mind and body. Been on anxiety medication such as paroxitine. Was normal while taking medicine on high doses 25 mg two times a day, but while decreasing dose by doctor to half of 12.5 mg things get back to start. Blood report and head CT showed normal twice
Can anyone tell me permanent treatment?
Many suggest exercise but I can't do exercise due to sudden hyperventilation. (Also patient of sinus)
Your symptoms are of typical Panic disorder. It’s good that you’re on treatment. However if paroxitine is decreased you have symptoms again. You need dose adjustment along with adjuvant therapy.
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That sounds really exhausting to deal with for so long. What you’re describing is quite typical of panic disorder, where symptoms can return when medication is reduced.
There isn’t a single “permanent” fix, but with the right combination of treatment and gradual strategies, it can be well controlled. Since your symptoms are coming back on dose reduction, your treatment plan likely needs adjustment.
It would be best to consult a psychiatrist for proper review and guidance. If you’d like, you can also reach out to me at nine three two seven one eight four seven six seven.
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