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Panic attack help
I have developed a new phobia when i climbed stairs I panicked, my heart rate increased and i feel I'm going to die, but after some time time like 1-2 minutes. I become good. But this things make me so panicked. I have mild bp increase like 130+/80+ and average was 127/75. I don't take any medication.
I did echo, ecg , whole abdomen usg, pft test all reports are normal. I also consult with a psychologist but it slightly improved but not completely removed. I couldn't focus in my studies and work. I feel my body always in alert mode. Even slightly some touched me i panicked and my body shakes. What i do now?
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Hello, thank you for sharing your detailed concern.
What you’re describing is consistent with panic attacks and hyperarousal—common in anxiety spectrum conditions. Since your medical tests are normal, the root is likely psychological. Panic gives a “false alarm” signal to the body. Recovery requires a mix of CBT, breathing retraining, exposure therapy, and emotional regulation skills.
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1. Begin structured CBT with exposure therapy (especially for phobia-based panic).
2. Learn and practice box breathing (4-4-4-4 pattern) daily for nervous system reset.
3. Maintain a panic log – write down each episode’s trigger, duration, and recovery time.
4. Engage in guided relaxation audio before bed and after waking.
5. If therapy alone isn't helping enough, consult a psychiatrist for short-term medication support.
Health Tips
Avoid caffeine or energy drinks—they worsen panic symptoms.
Never avoid triggers like stairs—instead, face them gradually with coping tools.
Panic is scary but not dangerous. The more you understand and face it, the weaker it gets.
With proper guidance, you can completely overcome this. You're not alone.
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For your anxiety symptoms that are panic like, proper Medications are required after detailed assessment regarding symptoms onset, frequency, duration and other associated symptoms. It is treatable and you will feel better once proper management is done. Once your symptoms of anxiety get some relief, relaxation exercises with medication will be followed so that more response and improvement you feel. All inv are normal, no need to worry
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plan a consultation either online or in person
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you will be better once follow as advised above
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I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two.
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As everybody told you to consult . I guess in this scenario you will be more benefitted by medication and therapy together
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consult a psychiatrist
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Start your medicine and psychotherapy
It will help a lot
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consult
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consult
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Hi.. this is called a panic disorder one type of anxiety disorder. Medicines and therapy can help, consult online for treatment
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You’re experiencing panic-like symptoms triggered by certain situations (like climbing stairs), even though your medical reports are normal. This points toward anxiety, not a physical illness. Your body is stuck in a hyper-alert mode, making even light touch or effort feel unsafe.
You need structured CBT to reframe fearful thoughts and gradual exposure to reduce avoidance. Pair that with body-calming techniques like deep breathing, grounding, and muscle relaxation. Since therapy helped slightly, continuing with a more focused approach possibly trauma-informed or somatic-based can give better results.
Take therapy. You can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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consult online
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Dr. Krishika Tailor
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Hello, your symptoms suggest anxiety or panic response, especially since your medical reports are normal. It's good that you've consulted a psychologist, but sometimes combined treatment with medication and therapy helps better in reducing such symptoms. I recommend a detailed consultation to guide you further and help improve your focus and quality of life.
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