Can anyone give me advise on Panic disorder and can you pass out during one?
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When I first started getting panic attacks I hyperventilated a lot. My counselor said the only thing that could happen is that I would pass out and start breathing again. That was BAD information. I should have been given medication to prevent attacks.\nYour doctor sounds like a quack, go see someone else.\nIt may take time to find the right medication for you, but you have to keep trying. When you find the right one, you will feel SO much BETTER. \n\nHere is a link for you, I've copied some here for you. Good luck.\n\nWhat Are the Symptoms of Panic Disorder?\n\nSymptoms of a panic attack, which often last about 10 minutes, include:\n\nDifficulty breathing. \nPounding heart or chest pain. \nIntense feeling of terror. \nSensation of choking or smothering.\nDizziness or feeling faint. \nTrembling or shaking. \nSweating\nNausea or stomachache.\nTingling or numbness in the fingers and toes. \nChills or hot flashes.\nA fear that you are losing control or are about to die.
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YES!! thank you...my best friend has panic/anxiety attacks..I dont know how to help her...she is afraid all the time...i want to be able to help  her, I want to know how to deal with her...I have taken her to the hospital countless numbers of times..just because she thinks something is truely wrong with her...she has been having feelings that death would be better than dealing with this problem....I need a support group and she does too!!!
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have you been watching nightmare on elm street? seriously heres what to do buy some lavender oil from the health shop sprinkle it on your pillow drink some warm milk (if u like put a tiny drop of whisky in it) take a warm (not hot )bath then get someone u really trust to sit with you as you drift off whenever i get freaked i make my partner go downstairs and make friendly noises like walking around watching tv etc etc you will wake up what is happening to you is a form of panic attack all u can do is talk yourself through it believe me it scared me really bad but now i have trained myself to tune in to myself when i feel really bad its hard but you will get through this another good tip is find a radio phone in show and listen to that as you drift off or try talking books hope this helps thinking of you rachael X
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There are so many things that you can do. \nI am having problems with my panic attacks. \nIt got to the point that I would not leave my room only to go to the bathroom and that was even hard. The thing that might help is to go see a Psycoligist or Phycirist. (TOTAlLY MISS SPELLED)\ni have come a long way in just 4 weeks. I am going to wal-mart and eating at small resturants. \nThey seem like they happen at any time. But actually it isn't keep a jounal of you panic attacks and show it to them or you can email me and i might beable to help you. Other things that you can do is learn to breath through them. Breath through you nose and out through the mouth breaht from your stomach. First inhale through your nose fill your stomach hold for 4 seconds exhale slowly then do it again. it will help because when you are having a panic attach the reason you feel dizzy is because the CO2 is stuck and can't get out. REMEBER they are harmless. You may feel like you are going to pass out but very very very few people do email me. eblaziermk@yahoo.com i can't wait to hear from you
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Hi.  If you are having panic attacks, I know what you are going through ... you are not alone.\n\nIn no particular order, here are a slew of chat & support sites :\n\n\nhttp://panicdisorder.about.com/od/onlinesupport/Online_Support_Groups_for_Anxiety_Disorders.htm\n\nhttp://chat.healthyplace.com/\n\nhttp://www.findthelight.net/anxiety/GAD.htm\n\nhttp://www.findthelight.net/forum/login.asp\n\nhttp://www.algy.com/anxiety/ib/index.php\n\nhttp://www.panicsurvivor.com/\n\nhttp://www.anxietypanic.com/chatinfo.html\n\nhttp://www.healthyplace.com/communities/anxiety/site/support_groups.asp\n\n\nI hope you'll find the help you need in one or more of the above sites.  Hang in there; I know it's probably hard to believe just now, but you WILL get through this ... there ARE brighter days ahead.\n\nBest of Luck to you !
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It could possibly a panic attack.  Does it usually happen during a stressful time at work or something?  Many of those sypmtoms are consistant with people who have panic disorders. I suggest going to an anxiety disorders website, and maybe even looking into medication.  Another symptom is worrying about it for at least a week after one happens.  Also, the thing about night is it allows your mind to relax, meaning stressful thoughts get through more easily.  I hope this helps you.\n\nJust so you know, it happens to often for it to be a heart attack.  He would probably be dead right now if it were.  However, that doesn't rule out a heart problem.  You should probably go see a doctor.  I just thought I would reinforce what the other responders were saying.  I really think there is a good chance of it being a panic attack.  I have a lot of experience with them.  Also ask him if he feels he is in danger of dying during the episodes, and if he has every struggled with anxiety  \n\nwww.adaa.org is a good webite to check his sypmtoms against those of panic disorder.\n\nI really hopes this helps you.
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I started suffering from panic disorder after my father's death - I heard this can happen after a traumatic event.  I had them for 5 years, tried all kinds of medications until finally they put me on xanax.  That is the ONLY thing that worked for me.  I did get addicted and had to get help to get off (as I was on them for so long) BUT if the panic attacks came back, I would go through that again if I had to - the xanax addiction -- because panic attacks are absolutely horrible.  I said to someone that had them "yea, you feel like you're going to die" and she said "no, you know you're going to die" -- she went to the ER with every single episode.  People - unless they've had them can never ever understand as the feeling is unexplanatory.  I feel for you big time and hope you can get some help quick for them because I FEEL YOUR PAIN.  People think panic attacks mean you are panicked over an event but that isn't the case - they come on at all times and for no particular reason.  I'm glad you brought this up.  It might help people who don't understand, understand how serious they are.  BEST OF LUCK TO YOU.  As for the xanax - it is worth it - just not too many doctors wanting to give it out.
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sounds like panic attacks, but it's really hard to say.  You could see a doctor, but those psychiatric medications they may prescribe can be really poisonous
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Take a VERY deep breath and hold it until you think you are goind to pass out, then do it again...\n\nAlways works for me.
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Go to your doctor, get a prescription for either Valium or Klonapin.  If you start getting a panic attack, just pop a pill and you'll be fine..
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I used to have severe panic attacks. Along with the panic attacks was high blood pressure. I was in a stressful situation. My doctor put me on buspar (it only made me feel doped up and gain weight) for about 3 months. Once I got myself out of the stressful situation things slowly went back to normal. It was awful. I could be in the middle of my normal daily activities or in the middle of Wal-Mart and it would just hit me all of a sudden. I still have a panic attack occasionally, but nowhere near as bad as they used to be. If you haven't already, I would suggest you see your doctor.I don't think medication is right for everyone..depending on how severe it is for you. Sometimes a change in lifestyle is also helpful.
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YES...I have full blown panic disorder.  It is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain chemistry.  My doctor gave me birth control for it because most of my panic attacks are from my raging hormones.  It does happen to me.  I am a hypocondriac, I have a little O.C.D, and I have Panic Dissorder. And yes, I was diagnosed with them. Trust me...the best thing to do about it is to learn how to tell yourself that the things that are going on in your head are NOT true.  Your not going to die, your heart is NOT in your throat, and you are NOT crazy.  I have to tell myself that every single day.  I have them in the morning and at night.  I feel like im dreaming durring the day too. I have not felt normal since I was about 13 and I am now 18.  Please do whatever you can to contact a doctor and get it under control before it gets worse. Best of luck you you...seriously
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i had a severe panic attack 3 yrs back\nsince then i am on meds.\nvisit the following site\nwww.freedomfromfear.org
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Yes, it is a form of paranoia and can be found in many mental illnesses. All you can do is anchor yourself and try to get past the panic attack. Talk to your dr about getting an "as needed" med for those attacks.
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there are lot's of ways to handle panic attacks. First is to remember that you are not "crazy" or "making it up in your head". They are a result of stress and sometimes stem from a traumatic event. I think that it's always good to see someone you can talk with like a counselor. Also deep breathing can be really helpful, 10 deep breaths slowly. There is a Bach's flower essence called Rescue Remedy, it's found in most natural food stores. A few drops under the tongue can be helpful. Just remember to stay in your body and ask for help. Good luck and good work being brave enough to ask for help!
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Just stay frosty and breathe. When you suddenly get anxiety attacks, tell yourself to breathe in and out deeply at a steady rhythm.   Clear your mind before you go to sleep. Remember, real great men know how to empty their minds when needed.\n\nAcceptance is another strategy. You can tell yourself to accept whatever happens and that everything will turn out fine. All the water in the world can never sink a ship unless it gets inside. So stay afloat and just go for the ride.
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Yes, but not for long. The person will pass out after a couple of breaths because of hyperoxia (too much oxygen in blood) and subsequent alkalosis (elevation of blood pH because of loss of CO2). You can achieve a similar effect by hyperventilating: taking fast and deep breaths for a minute or two - you will become dizzy and will faint if you don't stop (do NOT do it! ;)).\nBTW, oxygen tanks used as breathing aids are not 100% oxygen, far from that.