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panic disorder

noun
- 1. a mental condition characterized by recurrent unpredictable panic attacks, typically accompanied by persistent worry about future attacks and changed behaviour designed to avoid them.
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Panic attacks and panic disorder
A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause. Panic attacks can be very frightening. When panic attacks occur, you might... mayoclinic.org
Symptoms
Panic attacks typically include some of these signs or symptoms:
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  Sense of impending doom or danger
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  Fear of loss of control or death
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  Rapid, pounding heart rate
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  Sweating
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  Trembling or shaking
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  Shortness of breath or tightness in your throat
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  Chills
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  Hot flashes
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  Nausea
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  Abdominal cramping
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  Chest pain
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  Headache
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  Dizziness, lightheadedness or faintness
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  Numbness or tingling sensation
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  Feeling of unreality or detachment
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Causes
It's not known what causes panic attacks or panic disorder, but these factors may play a role:
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  Genetics
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  Major stress
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  Temperament that is more sensitive to stress or prone to negative emotions
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  Certain changes in the way parts of your brain... more
Treatment
Medications can help reduce symptoms associated with panic attacks as well as depression if that's an issue for you. Several types of medication have been shown to be effective in managing symptoms of...
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  Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
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  Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
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  Benzodiazepines
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Not medical advice. Consult a doctor for medical advice.
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