Do I Have Panic Symptoms?

So now that you know about Panic Attacks, Panic Disorder and what causes them, you may be wondering if you have Panic Disorder.

Remember, if you’ve experienced any of the below symptoms, talk to your doctor right away.

• Terror – a sense that something unimaginably horrible is about to happen and one is powerless to prevent it
• Racing or pounding heartbeat
• Chest pains
• Dizziness, light-headedness, nausea
• Difficulty breathing
• Tingling or numbness in the hands
• Flushes or chills
• Sense of unreality
• Fear of losing control, going "crazy," or doing something embarrassing
• Fear of dying

The next section can offer some tips on how to prepare for your doctor’s visit.