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Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia


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Symptoms & Signs

Panic attacks involve limited periods of intense symptoms, such as those listed below, which peak within 10 minutes of their onset:

Shortness of breath
Dizziness or faintness
Palpitations
Trembling
Sweating
Choking
Nausea or other abdominal distress
Numbness or tingling
Chest pain or discomfort
Hot flushes or chills
Fear of dying
Fear of being out of control
Fear of going insane

Symptoms of agoraphobia include:

Anxiety about being in places where escape might be difficult
Situations are avoided or endured with marked stress or anxiety about having a panic attack
Fear of being alone
Fear of losing control in a public place
Becoming house bound for prolonged periods
Feelings of detachment or estrangement from others
Feelings of helplessness and dependence on others

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Review Date : 2/17/2002
Reviewed By : Yvette Cruz, M.D., Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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