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    • The exact reasons for panic attacks are unknown, but the below factors play a role:
    • Genetics
    • Stress
    • Sensitive temperament
    • Changes in brain functioning
    • Depression
    • Conditions such as obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic Stress disorder, hyperthyroidism and Wilson’s disease
    • Drug use
    • Phobias
    • The risk factors include:
    • Depression
    • Having stressful life event such as divorce or death of a loved one.
    • Gender- women are more likely to get a panic attack
    • Family history of anxiety or panic disorders
    • Use of drugs or alcohol
    • Having any previous traumatic events either as a child or as an adult.

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    Complications

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    If untreated, it may lead to complications such as

    • Development of specific phobias such as fear of driving and staying at home alone
    • Avoiding social gatherings
    • Depression, anxiety and other psychiatric issues
    • Committing suicide or suicidal thoughts
    • Misuse of alcohol
    • Panic disorder

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    Symptoms

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    Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms.

    Panic attacks begin all of a sudden without giving any warning. They can strike at any time and may have occasional or frequent attacks.

    Symptoms include:

    • Fear of loss of control
    • Fear of impending doom
    • Flashing visions
    • Hyperventilation
    • Palpitations
    • Breathlessness
    • Chest pain
    • Sweating
    • Shaking
    • Headache
    • Chills
    • Nausea
    • Abdominal cramps
    • Dizzy feeling
    • Numbness
    • Suicidal ideation

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    Diagnosis

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    One or more of these tests may be recommended by your medical provider.
    A complete physical exam forms the first step of diagnosis.

    Common tests & procedures

    Blood test: Blood tests to check for thyroid functioning, and other possible conditions.

    Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): A test which measures and records the electrical activity of heart.

    Psychological examination: To evaluate the stressful conditions and fears affecting life. A psychological self-assessment questionnaire is also asked to be filled.

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    Treatment

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    Treatment includes psychotherapy and medications.

    Medication

    Antidepressants: They are administered to prevent future panic attacks.

    Sertraline . Escitalopram . Amitriptyline . Fluoxetine

    Anxiolytics: To prevent increase of panic symptoms/to abort a panic attack

    Clonazepam . Lorazepam . Etizolam

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  2. What are the risk factors for panic attacks?

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    Dr. Nikhil MathurMBBS · 1.5 years of exp

    Several factors can increase the risk of experiencing panic attacks: Family History: If you have a family history of panic disorder or other anxiety disorders, you may be more likely to experience panic attacks. Major Life Stressors: Significant life events such as the death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, or a serious illness can trigger panic attacks. Traumatic Experiences: Past trauma, such as physical or sexual abuse, can increase the ... Read more

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  3. The causes of panic attacks are not fully understood, but some possible factors are12:
    • Genetics, or inheriting the condition from earlier family members
    • Major stress, or experiencing a traumatic or stressful event
    • Temperament, or having a personality that is more sensitive to stress or prone to negative emotions
    • A chemical imbalance, or having abnormal levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain
    • Hypervigilance, or being constantly alert and fearful of potential threats
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    It's not known what causes panic attacks or panic disorder, but these factors may play a role:

    • Genetics
    • Major stress
    • Temperament that is more sensitive to stress or prone to negative emotions
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    Causes of Panic Attacks

    • Family History When a person experiences panic attacks, there’s a chance they inherited the condition from earlier family members. ...
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