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Suggest treatment for panic attacks when under stress
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I think I have panic disorder. I have been through months of a difficult divorce, and during a very stressful time at work. I have woken up for months feeling as if I have adrenaline coursing through my veins, and very excessive worry about everything. I have had 3 trips to the ER, as the panic attacks generally feel the same, but now that I know my heart is healthy (have had cardiology tests) I am able to control the heart rate, but not the faint, lightheaded and tingling feelings. Would those still occur in a panic attack, absent a fast heart rate, or should I see a neurologist?
gpt
Hello,In my opinion, it is necessary to make sure there is no thyroid dysfunction. Treatment of panic attacks would be to use anti-anxiety drugs like escitalopram. Cognitive behavioral therapy with an experienced therapist.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,     Dr. Gayathri