What Causes Severe Panic Attacks?

Posted on Sat, 31 Dec 2016

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Question : I am experiencing symptoms of panic attacks. I am out of country in Florida and do not
have any prescriptions for these symptoms. I also take .5 mg ramapril for high blood
pressure. They have been occurring over the past 10 days.
How can I control these panic attacks?

Answered by Dr. Seikhoo Bishnoi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Breathing exercise can help

Detailed Answer:
Hi thanks for the query

I can understand your concern. Panic attacks cause significant problems and impairment in functioning. If you have no access to doctor then to control panic attacks you can try relaxation exercises. Breath holding exercise can help in controlling palpitations and panic attack.

Herbal supplements like St John's wort can help. This has great roles in controlling panic and anxiety symptom. This you can find in a number of super markets.

Please contact a psychiatrist once you return back.

Thanks

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