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Hi 30f.Since more than 2 months I have been overthinking and anxiety as I got hyperthyroid and liver issues thinking and go ogling about those day and night since more than 3 months. Since 2 weeks I am getting left hand and chest pain. I am worried as this much stress I will be getting heart attack. What to do. I am very much fearful will I get hea

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

How to cure anxiety attack, will it every be sorted, any medication for it, its caused by travelling

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Dear beloved, However, anxiety attack usually involves a fear of some specific occurrence or problem that could happen. It could be cured completely with Psychotherapy , Hypnotherapy and meditation se ...  Read More

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What are the symptoms of anxiety attack can anxiety cause burning sensation all over the body how to get rid of anxiety attack

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Anxiety attacks tend to present with short periods of shortness of breath, excessive stress and sense of "feeling unsafe" and panicked accompanied by an increased heart rate. As for the burning sensa ...  Read More

I want to know what happens in anxiety attack, as I feel that I have started getting it. Both #anxiety and #panic attacks

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Anxiety symptoms are the following; Palpitations, tremors, sweating, tingling, headache, chest discomfort, breathlessness, stomach upset etc. Panic attack is when the above symptoms occur along with s ...  Read More

She is having severe anxiety attacks and is suffering from depression, I want to know, how can we help her in this

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1) be supportive 2) listen to them 3) encourage person with anxiety to consult a psychiatrist 4) supervise medications 5) ensure good sleep, diet and hydration of person with anxiety ...  Read More

Are sudden negative thoughts and fast heart beat a sign of anxiety attack? It happens to me about 3 / 4 times a day.. i cant control it but just wait for it to pass. Can a depressing life cause anxiety attacks too?

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Hi, Yes those are two of the symptoms in anxiety attacks. The frequency seems to be quite often in your case. Depression could be a co- morbid factor in anxiety disorders. However, it is important to ...  Read More

Does having heart attack anxiety cause heart attack... I have this anxiety since last year. Even after normal tmt and echo at that time. Because I am feeling chest pain in left side and left hand pain from last year. I am daily facing this anxiety. What should I do.

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Yes Anxiety causes heart disease Better to reduce the anxiety ...  Read More

I've been having anxiety attacks every now and then. It's as if I'm always getting paranoid.

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What are you unhappy about, yourself or about something else!??? Or, are you expecting acknowledgement or Appreciation from your family or friends.!!!! ...  Read More

Having anxiety attacks for a while. Want to seek therapy. Should I contact psychologist or psychiatrist?

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Ideally both. Medicines will help you immediately and therapy would help you develop strategies for the long run. Therapy alone may be insufficient at times, depending on the severity of the anxiety. ...  Read More

I am not able to think properly. I have anxiety attacks now and then. I need to talk to someone. I dont have anyone. Please help

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I understand your situation. Anxiety symptoms are easily manageable with appropriate treatment. Some counselling sessions along with medical help also might be useful for you. I would also be more tha ...  Read More

Doctor, I've been having anxiety for the past several months. I experience panic attacks almost every day. During these episodes, I have racing thoughts, a fast heartbeat, and chest pain. The chest pain usually happens only when I'm anxious. The symptoms are affecting my daily life and work. I don't drink alcohol, coffee, or tea. I would like to kn

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Consult phycologist ...  Read More

I have always been an anxious person but from past few months it increased a lot and from past 1 month its has got to extreme that i feel zoned out or cant feel the present much. During those episodes, I get sweaty, feel hot, sometimes cold, extreme shivering, palpitations, chest pain, less sensation, withdrawal feeling, everything around me looks

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Hi, how are you? Thanks for reaching out. What you’re describing sounds like severe anxiety with panic attacks, and the “zoned out” feeling is often an anxiety symptom rather than something dangerous ...  Read More

Hello Doctors, I have got genital herpes(HSV 2) in Oct 2025. I got it from my Girlfriend and she is not aware of this because she is asymptomatic. But since then i am getting blisters every week one gets heal and after few days i get one again. I am just fed up of this. I have started getting anxiety attack and got admitted in the hospital twice. M

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Hi, thank you for reaching out. I can understand how exhausting and overwhelming this has been for you. HSV-2 is a manageable medical condition, and many people with it go on to have healthy relations ...  Read More

I am having random pain throughout the stomach and chest region starting from the month of May, It comes for 1minutes then go away, I suspect that the gas gets trapped in some places and then it causes pain though I don't know for sure. And frequent bubbling or spasm like sensations too this is causing anxiety when it is happening like rapid heart

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Consult Neurologist ...  Read More

I have anxiety and depression and take Nexito regularly. My psychiatrist recently increased my Nexito dose from 15 mg to 20 mg, and I have been on 20 mg for the last 5 days. I have also been experiencing neck, shoulder, and head pain/stiffness, especially with certain movements and sometimes while sneezing. The pain becomes very irritating and incr

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Nexito will act in certain symptoms of anxiety but not that beneficial for pain symptoms. There are exclusive medications for the same. Good luck ...  Read More

"I have been experiencing this problem for the last 4–5 years. It started during the national anthem, when I would feel dizzy and uncomfortable. Gradually, the same thing started happening during religious prayers (aarti), while sitting on the back seat of a bike, and in other situations as well. Before these situations, I automatically start

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Hi there are some conditions where if you feel discomfort like in crowded groups or in alone times.Be specific and consult online for further detailed evaluation on whats app no nine six seven six thr ...  Read More

I have IBS can I take amitone 10mg for I can't sleep sudden nocturnal panic attacks .. also lower abdomen slight pain

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Hi, consult online for treatment ...  Read More

Going through panic attacks and anxiety during family disturbances.. Narcissistic abuse from sibling

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Hi Hi, how are you? Thanks for reaching out. Living in constant family tension and narcissistic behaviour from a sibling can make your nervous system stay in survival mode for a long time. Panic atta ...  Read More

First I feel breathlessness urging to pass stool then I go to toilet after I pass stool panic attacks and restless hands and legs why is it so ? Why shortness of breath when there is urge to go washrm as I m passing stool my hands legs get numb feel anxious and panic attacks start feeling like rush to hospital

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These episodes of breathlessness with the urge to pass stool, followed by panic, numbness, and anxiety are quite common and often linked to heightened nervous system response. It’s good you̵ ...  Read More

I'm suffering from anxiety for the last one year and have also suffered pain attacks thrice since then. It gets normal for sometime but again occurs whenever I take a little bit of stress. Some childhood trauma also triggers that and I get constant nightmares about that and wake up anxious and exhausted. I cry and meditate which gives temporary car

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Hi, medicines and counseling can help. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

I really need help with my anxiety and panic attacks , i get scared, fast heart beat, chest pain, i cant breathe, and sucidial or self harm thoughts. Can anyone suggest something stronger or alternatives to petril md I cant find it anymore And i need some med to sleep and feel normal

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Hi, consult online for prescription ...  Read More

Does extreme panic attack cause cardiac arrest due to surging heart rate and cortisol level. I am anxious about anxiety. This creates a vicious loop in my life avoiding places that previously made me anxious. How to come out of it

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I have been having anxiety attacks and overthinking with which my stress and heart is racing. The petril Md 0.5 is not working. Is there any way to stop all of the the pain? Any other medications?

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You will need anti-anxiety medications if you are not using already, not just petril. Will need detailed history before starting other medications. ...  Read More

How many petril md 0.5 can you take at once? And if petril md doesnt work what is its substitute for anxiety attacks and anxiety?

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There is no such things like , this many is safe, u have to take as prescribed by ur psychiatrist and if, its not helping patient, plz consult again for reconsider diagnosis ...  Read More

I have been dealing with anxiety and panic attacks for the past few years. These episodes have affected me mentally and physically. I’m seeking medical guidance.

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This appears to be a a long standing issue for you. It sounds like it must have been extremely difficult. Please consult a Clinical Psychologist and Psychiatrist for treatment. ...  Read More

Im suffering from anxiety and panic attacks since 2011 till now i feel weekly wise whenever it hits me i feel i will die soon like i can't breath properly and i feel like my neck muscles hold tight my air pipe and that time i take breath very hardly and to breathe heavily due to this problem i can not go out side from home even alone not go out sid

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I can understand your pain and suffering Panic attacks can feel very distressing but can be managed with lifestyle modifications and proper treatment Follow : Jacobsen’s Progressive Muscle Relaxatio ...  Read More

Im suffering from anxiety and panic attacks since 2011 till now i feel weekly wise whenever it hits me i feel i will die soon like i can't breath properly and i feel like my neck muscles hold tight my air pipe and that time i take breath very hardly and to breathe heavily due to this problem i can not go out side from home even alone not go out sid

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You should consult a psychiatrist and be on prescription as soon as possible because it is a management disorder that you don’t need to suffer from . ...  Read More

Completely disturbed since last 2months, before meeting him I was on my track focusing on my goals only after that I got attached and distracted just because the timing and changing nature of him, still confused is everything gonna be okay or not, I want my old self back, suffering from panic attack, stress and anxiety issue, he's been giving me th

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Hey there. I can understand that seeking help is overwhelming. But you have already taken a brave step. A psychology counselling can definitely bring you back. ...  Read More

Dear sir/maam For last few months I having panic attacks anxiety attack since I heard the news of someone known to me having stroke since than I have palpitations rapidly high bp not able to sleep and I used to take alcohol to return rid of such fearful thought of heart attack or stroke having neck pain headaches feels like dissynes All day. I meas

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First of all, alcohol is not a solution. You are not supposed to take alcohol when you have a medical condition like fatty liver. You can check your bp for 3 consecutive days and if it is high consult ...  Read More

Recently i got in a panic attack and anxiety felt like crying . I got married 4 months ago and from the last 1.5 months I'm feeling like this I'm not under any stress even though I don't overthink much.

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You are experiencing panic attacks and anxiety despite not having clear external stressors, which began after your recent marriage. ...  Read More

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