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Panic disorder HY
- 1. Panic disorder
Clinical
features
• Recurrent & unexpected panic attacks with ≥4 of the
following:
• Chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, choking
• Trembling, sweating, nausea, chills
• Dizziness, paresthesia
• Derealization, depersonalization
• Fear of losing control or of dying
• Worry about additional attacks, avoidance behavior
Treatment
• First-line/maintenance: SSRI/SNRI &/or cognitive-
behavioral therapy
• Acute distress: benzodiazepines