A panic attack can mimic the symptoms of COVID-19. Here’s what to do about it.

Monday, March 30, 2020 - 07:20 in Health & Medicine

Sometimes disengaging is the right thing to do. (Pexels/)Sweating, shortness of breath, a sense of impending doom: The symptoms of a panic attack are never particularly pleasant. But in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic they can be downright disconcerting—especially for people experiencing them for the first time. Here is what to do if you think you might be having a panic attack, and how to deal with your pandemic-related anxiety in general.If you’re in need of immediate help, call 911 or one of the mental health hotlines listed here.Shortness of breath is a symptom of both COVID-19 and anxiety. Here’s how to tell the difference.A panic attack is when your fear or anxiety trigger sudden, physical symptoms with no obvious cause. The exact result can vary from person to person, but classic signs include some of the same symptoms folks have been told to look out for from COVID-19:...

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