Panic Attacks
Sudden episodes of intense fear with physical symptoms such as palpitations, sweating, and breathlessness.
Also known as: panic attack, anxiety attacks.
Category: Mental Health
Drugs labeled for Panic Attacks
2 medication ingredients list an association with panic attacks in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Panic Attacks
The following symptoms have been associated with Panic Attacks in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Chest pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Excessive Sweating
Sweating more than is needed to regulate body temperature, which can accompany fever, anxiety, hypoglycemia, o...
Fear of Dying
Intense fear of dying or losing control during a panic attack....
Palpitations
A sensation that the heart is pounding or racing, which is a non-specific sign but may be a manifestation of a...
Paresthesia
Abnormal sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin with no apparent physical cause....
Tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis....
Tests used to investigate Panic Attacks
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Panic Attacks. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Screens for thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Panic Attacks, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Chest Pain
Discomfort or pain in the chest that can range from minor muscle strain to a life-threatening heart condition....
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Myocardial Infarction
A heart attack, occurring when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked, causing chest pain and heart...
Panic Disorder
A condition marked by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks with intense fear and physical symptoms such as palp...
Sporadic pheochromocytoma/secreting paraganglioma
Sporadic pheochromocytoma/secreting paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various s...
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care if chest pain and breathlessness are new or severe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panic Attacks?
Panic Attacks is a health condition described in medical literature. Sudden episodes of intense fear with physical symptoms such as palpitations, sweating, and breathlessness.
What are the symptoms of Panic Attacks?
Panic Attacks is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Chest pain, Dyspnea, Excessive Sweating, Fear of Dying, Palpitations, Paresthesia. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Panic Attacks diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Panic Attacks include Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Panic Attacks, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.