Panic
Updated: 2018-05-24
Self-care
Practice stress management techniques, such as yoga, deep breathing, and progressive relaxation. Avoiding caffeine, alcohol, smoking, and recreational drugs may also help.
When to seek immediate medical care
See a doctor immediately if:
- Pressure, tightness, pain, or a squeezing or aching sensation in chest or arms that may spread to neck, jaw, or back
- Nausea, indigestion, heartburn, or belly pain
- Shortness of breath
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Lightheadedness or sudden dizziness
When to make a doctor's appointment
Make an appointment to see a doctor if:
- Affecting health, job, or relationships
- Recurrent