 [ Symptoms ] can nasal polyps cause panic attacks  i started having really bad panic attacks at the same time as really intense facial pressure and numbness that seem to be coming from nasal polyps i have in my left nostril is there any relation [ Disease ] your personal reaction to any malady could be contributory to panic episodes there is no direct relationship to nasal polyps to panic disorder but there may be a relationship to how you respond to bodily discomfort see a medical provider to find out why you are having intense facial pressure sinusitis  and those nasal problems an ent specialist may offer you the best hands on expert opinion