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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

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'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

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

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

Why do i think so much that i get anxiety attack ,thinking about future and think over things i can't control

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Hi It sounds like your mind is stuck in a loop of “what if” thoughts, replaying scenarios about the future and things you can’t actually control. This is a classic pattern of overthinking + intoleranc ...  Read More

Sir I have anxiety since 5 years ...I always think about heart attacks..is that possible that I can get heart attacks...and I want to known that whenever I see heart attacks in gym ..I think a lot that in anxiety is it safe to go in gym

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At your age, risk of heart attack is very low. What you feel is mostly due to anxiety. Exercise and going to the gym are safe and actually help reduce anxiety. Start slowly and consult a doctor if you ...  Read More

I have a anxiety problem from last 5 years. In most cases when I am alone at anywhere specialy at home or travel lonely then I have become anxiety if i am not carrying the anti-anxiety medicine. Some times it becomes worse and I have started sweating having panic attacks.

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Hi.. medicines can help. Consult online for further evaluation and management ...  Read More

Hello i am going to marriage with family in car and suddenly from last 1 hour feeling anxiety, and get panic attack I doubt as recently my petril md 0.25mg medicine stopped and also I am feeling little shivering in body little pain in heart side few times and

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Hi.. you may need to take medicines for adequate duration. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

Doctor prescribed ciplar la 20 for 3 months as I have normal sinus tachycardia. But I am scared thinking that If I miss a does will it cause heart attack? Please doctor reply on this

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No. It won't cause. ...  Read More

Hello, wanted to know is venlor xr 35.5 mg safe for life long use for anxiety and panic attack? Do we get serotonin syndrome from it due to high serotonin levels from long term use.

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Connect with psychiatrist. ...  Read More

Hello, post c section delivery my bp suddenly got raised and Dr advised me prolomet am 25 mg, I took for 5 long years with regular checkups.. but one day suddenly I got panic attack in the morning, then many episodes of attack in day as well night time, due to which I cudnt sleep whole night, I went cardiologist nearby for emergency, he did echo n

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It's tough to say at present. But the drug which you were taking is very safe. It has betablocker which also helps in anxiety. So don't worry about that.. It might be that you had BP then which has re ...  Read More

Anxiety panic attacks fear about health.... Don't know whether I have bp or not... Muscle tension,muscle tightness on chest and paining in scalp Suddenly feel like faint ...in stomach feel like something happening Fainting,spinning,when I am walking suddenly feel like faint and not able to walk properly ...when I am sit also suddenly my body feel

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These are common symptoms of anxiety and panic attacks. Please remember, with the right therapy and support, these symptoms can be managed very effectively. You're not alone, and help is available. ...  Read More

Hello doctors I am 33 years old. I have rheumatoid arthritis. I had severe pain in joints 6 months back. I was overweight around 91.5 kg. Than I decided to change my life style. I reduced my weight by 20 kg by leaving wheat, rice milk and starting ashgourd juice millets etc. I had some family stress also during these days some with wife and some d

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Don't panic sir... Start proper ayurvedic medicine.. To get rid of this problem.. To live a healthy lifestyle ...  Read More

I have been having regular panic attacks for a week. I have always had anxiety issues growing up. My attention span is messed up and I have been having issues dealing with mental health issues. My social anxiety is getting worse as i grow up. Is there any prescription for pills incan take which can control my anxiety on a daily basis and which aren

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Given that you’ve been experiencing regular panic attacks for a week, along with long-standing anxiety and increasing social anxiety, the best next step would be to book an appointment with a mental h ...  Read More

Severe pain in stomach feeling nausea , problem in breathing, shaking of body . I face all these problems after an argument with someone Is this anxiety attack??? What medicine should I take to calm my mind after such kind of situation?

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Yes it seems to show symptoms of anxiety attack. These symptoms can be intense, it’s your body trying to protect you in the wrong situation. You will need a moment to calm down first. Some tools tha ...  Read More

I am a 22 years old female. Since 2020, I am suffering from severe chest (continues 5 hours to 2-3 days) pain during panic attack. Panic attack occurs whenever I am having hypertension, anxiety, fomo.

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Maybe due to anxiety or otherwise ...  Read More

M 10yr married woman. My married life is scary.i sperated 2022.now. during last 2yr, i see any wedding ceremony in my surroundings i feel anxiety. Last yr i admitted in hospital due to panick attack. Several times whole day,i feel choked in my throat.not able work properly. Not eating properly. Not sleeping properly. I hv 9yr old son. For that reas

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Hi.. you may need further evaluation for the same. You could also be having depression. ...  Read More

I suffered from cervical vertigo in 2023 and since then I have had sudden anxiety/panic attacks. For the initial one month the doctor prescribed me Camdem-10 which worked great. But after a few months of stopping this medicine I started getting anxious again. When I feel too anxious I take one Camdem-5 tablet before sleep and it works and for a fe

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Taking few Counselling sessions with a psychologist might get addressed it permanently.. ...  Read More

Can anyone please explain that i consulted psychiatrist as he said i have severe anxiety can you say that some times I feel physical symptoms like head pain on one side and weakness and while talking I feel breathlessness and weak and some forgetfullness and excessive berping and feeling like something happening is these are anxiety symptoms but so

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Hi...If you are unsure after this psychiatric consultation you can take a second opinion by another good Psychiatrist. Reading your symptoms I find some signs of bipolar or substance use. Please consu ...  Read More

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