Thursday, January 18, 2018

PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS OF A PANIC ATTACK

"It's more than being scared Your body's "fight or flight" response kicks into high gear. It can seem to come from nowhere-maybe as you walk down the street or do the laundry. It can even wake you out of a sound sleep. There's often no obvious reason for your combination of symptoms That's part of why it's called an "attack". It can be so sudden and intense that you feel helpless, unable to move or think clearly." CHEST TIGHTNESS: Your chest may hurt because a jolt of adrenaline gets your heart racing or pounding. It may do both You can also have trouble breathing. CHOKING: You can't swallow because your throat tightens up. You may think you are going to throw up. This makes it harder to catch your breath. TERROR: This is more than the fear you feel in the normal course of life. For example: more fear than when you stand on the edge of a cliff, start a new job, or bring up a difficult subject. You may have an overwhelming sense that something really terrible is about to happen during a panic attack. Despite knowing it is not true, you feel like you are going to die. DIZZINESS: Sometimes it seems like you're disconnected from your surroundings. You feel so lightheaded that the whole room spins. SWEATY PALMS: This is a symptom of anxiety and a panic attack. Sometimes you can sweat a lot in other places, like under your arms. You could also get hot flashes or chills. TREMBLING AND TINGLING: You may start shaking. Your fingers or toes can tingle or go numb. That is because your blood is busy going to your heart and muscles. HEADACHE: It could come on suddenly and go as quickly. Just like the other symptoms, this alone does not mean you are having a panic attack. From WebMD slideshow What happens during a panic attack.

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