Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Can Anxiety Cause Shortness Of Breath And Heart Palpitations?
Question: Sudden shortness of breath, brings on panic attack. Could my anxiety be causing the short breaths and heart palpitations? Even when im notnfeeling very anxious
Brief Answer:
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Yes, anxiety can cause physiological changes causing shortness of breath and heart palpitations, even when you aren't feeling particularly anxious. The treatment for this is an SSRI medication such as escitalopram or sertraline. This can cure anxiety, over time.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Yes, anxiety can cause physiological changes causing shortness of breath and heart palpitations, even when you aren't feeling particularly anxious. The treatment for this is an SSRI medication such as escitalopram or sertraline. This can cure anxiety, over time.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
