While a panic attack has both physical and emotional symptoms, it is, in itself, a symptom of an anxiety disorder. Of all the medical problems a person can have, a panic attack is probably one of the most intrusive. Scientific research into the reasons for a panic attack show that a large percentage of those who are likely to experience a panic attack carry the gene dubbed DUP25. This article has been written with the intention to show panic attack sufferers that there are options available to them in dealing with these incidents.
You will have an advantage if you know what to look for if an attack is imminent and what to do about it. Chest pains and problems breathing are symptoms that panic attack sufferers complain of. You may also suffer dizziness leading to a feeling of panic, a racing heart combined with tingling sensations, obsessive worries and unwanted thoughts, and a feeling of overwhelming fear that something awful is going to happen. The fear cycle feeds itself increasing the effect of the panic attack on the victim.
The feeling of chest pain merely makes the situation worse and increases the fear leading to full scale panic attack. The prescription medication the doctor will supply is based on how often the attacks occur and there severity.
There is also nothing unusual for a panic attack victim to feel that they have lost touch with reality. Don’t delay in making an appointment to see you physician if you have anything like this happen to you. I suffered my last panic attack on the train, going to work and thinking about my panic attack later, I realized that I must have subconsciously been worried about a task that I had to perform at work that I hadn’t done for a while.
By avoiding situations which could bring on a panic attack, sticking to healthy eating habits and exercise n a regular basis, you are likely to reduce the chances of a panic episode. One quick fix is using panic attack medicine to help reduce the symptoms you will experience.
Probably most of the time you will be able to control or stop a panic attack on your own without help but if you have a serious attack then only approved medication supplied by your doctor will be able to help. There are also natural and homeopathic solutions available for panic attacks, anxiety and stress. Other natural remedies to help stop panic attacks are simpler and rely on the use of music, yoga and exercise.
If however, you are looking for a long term solution to your panic attacks it is wise to seek a solution that doesn’t rely on anti-depressants, pills or chemicals.
