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What Are The Symptoms Of Anxiety Attack?
Hi. My boyfriend is 21 years old. He had some type of attack last night. We think it is an anxiety attack because he normally has them if hes stressed or depressed. Last night, he tensed up and wasnt breathing correct. When he came out of it, he had no memory of the last two hours. His head, chest, elbows and legs hurt. His headache has lasted all night and day. Is this an anxiety attack or more serious and what needs to be done?
Wed, 11 Jun 2014
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Its more likely panic attack. In that case, he needs proper physical and mental evaluation. If his all investigations come normal, then it is towards panic attack. There is no need to worry for now. If he gets recurrent attack, then he needs antidepressant therapy to stop recurrent episode. You can also try some benzodiazepine on sos basis. If he needs further help, you can ask.
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Thanks for using healthcare magic
Its more likely panic attack. In that case, he needs proper physical and mental evaluation. If his all investigations come normal, then it is towards panic attack. There is no need to worry for now. If he gets recurrent attack, then he needs antidepressant therapy to stop recurrent episode. You can also try some benzodiazepine on sos basis. If he needs further help, you can ask.
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