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Suggest treatment for long term anxiety and panic disorder
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Long term panic/anxiety disorder. On 1-4 mg Klonopin PRN per day. Had a pretty good year overall (2014), but last month, and ESPECIALLY last 3 days, almost continuous symptoms. Mainly fright, some chest pain (feels like what would be described like a pulled muscle), mild, but disconcerting. Sweaty feet/palms tonight only. Have not done any heavy physical work. VERY scared. Had this before, but not consecutive like this for maybe 10 years. Took walks, worked out last week, no cardio issues. Freaking out! Do not have insurance nor ample funds!  Addendum- I can't afford to get an answer here. Sorry. No funds now.
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Hello thanks for choosing HCM for your health related queriesYou are suffering from Panic and Anxiety disorder and are on Clonazepam 1-4 mg on SOS basis. Since last one month you have again started feeling anxious, you have symptoms like chest pains, sweating, poor concentration etc. These symptoms are persistent since last 3 days. As per my opinion you should consider to consult a doctor for that. Clonazepam can help to reduce the symptoms on SOS basis but the drug is not a definitive treatment of anxiety or panic disorder. Medicines like SSRIs as Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Sertraline etc are commonly used in panic and anxiety disorder. These medicines help to reduce the intensity of panic attacks. For immediate relief of symptoms you can use propranolol. The drug helps to reduce the symptoms of anxiety and is not having abuse potential. Consult a psychiatrist for prescription of drugs.Apart from medicines try relaxation exercises, yoga, meditation for better results and relief.Thanks, hope this helps you.