The fear of a situation or thinking about a problem that might occur is called an anxiety attack. An anxiety attack can result in restlessness, increased heart rate, indigestion, stomach pain, sleep problems, dry mouth, feeling faint, and sweating. Work pressure, family or relationship issues, reduced mobility, etc., can result in anxiety attacks.
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I have been experiencing anxiety attacks. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have been suffering from schizophrenia, treated for a heart attack, and underwent angioplasty. I experience anxiety attacks. Could an anxiety attack trigger a heart attack?Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Anxiety attacks raise both your heart rate and blood pressure, which obviously puts more stress and demand on your already fragile heart. So, theoretically, the risk of a heart attack or ischemia of the heart is increased during an anxiety atta... Read Full »
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Query: Hi doctor,I am a 32 year old man. I have been experiencing panic disorder, OCD symptoms and excessive levels of anxiety. In the last few months, major changes in my life have happened. For instance; quitting my job and moving to another city triggered my anxiety symptoms. I usually feel drowned in f... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for describing your query in detail. To start with, you might be absolutely right in saying that the current increase in your anxiety and associated feelings could be secondary to the change of place. Change of residence and workplace is always an anxiety-provok... Read Full »