Okay, my first advise would be... to talk this over with your doctor. During a panic attack, your pressure may rise which you know if too high, is not good. People also commonly are short of breath and may hyperventilate during these attacks which is definitely NOT good for MMians.
I once read that taking slow deep breaths and trying to think of "something else" may also help. Sounds like you are quite a busy person, and maybe this is your body's way of telling you that you may be taking on too much--and may need to slow down a little. I've started to listen to more soothing, inspirational music while driving to work, in traffic, etc. I found that it helps me to not focus so much on being stuck in traffic and getting frustrated when there is really nothing I can do about it.
I just looked up more info online and found the following (see below). After researching more info, I know you wanted to seek other's opinions aside from "calling your doctor" however, I believe the side effects of panic attacks should be taken seriously, especially for us MMians. Of course, just my
Please keep us posted on how you're doing..
Take care,
Shan
Quote:"While the various symptoms of a panic attack may feel that the body is failing, it is in fact protecting itself from harm. The various symptoms of a panic attack can be understood as follows.
First, there is frequently (but not always) the sudden onset of fear with little provoking stimulus. This leads to a release of adrenaline (epinephrine) which brings about the so-called fight-or-flight response wherein the person's body prepares for strenuous physical activity.
This leads to an increased heart rate (tachycardia), rapid breathing (hyperventilation) which may be perceived as shortness of breath (dyspnea), and sweating (which increases grip and aids heat loss). Because strenuous activity rarely ensues, the hyperventilation leads to a drop in carbon dioxide levels in the lungs and then in the blood. This leads to shifts in blood pH (respiratory alkalosis or hypocapnia), which in turn can lead to many other symptoms, such as tingling or numbness, dizziness, burning and lightheadedness.
Moreover, the release of adrenaline during a panic attack causes vasoconstriction resulting in slightly less blood flow to the head which causes dizziness and lightheadedness. A panic attack can cause blood sugar to be drawn away from the brain and towards the major muscles.
It is also possible for the person experiencing such an attack to feel as though they are unable to catch their breath, and they begin to take deeper breaths, which also acts to decrease carbon dioxide levels in the blood."
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