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I’m A 25 Year Old Female -am I Having A

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Posted on Sun, 6 Dec 2020
Question: I’m a 25 year old female -am I having a panic attack or a heart attack? Please help
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
I would recommend as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!

I would like to know more about your complaints:

- do you feel shortness of breath or chest pain?
- what is your heart rate and blood pressure values?

A heart attack would be really exceptional considering your young age.

Anyway, I would recommend trying to close your eyes, taking some deep breaths and focus on your breathing. Please think nothing! If this helps improve your situation, it is just a panic attack.

If your situation doesn't improve, I would recommend going to the ER for a physical exam, a resting ECG and some blood lab tests ( including cardiac enzymes).
Hope you will find this answer helpful!

I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you!

Kind regards,
Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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I’m A 25 Year Old Female -am I Having A

Brief Answer: I would recommend as follows: Detailed Answer: Hello! Welcome to Ask a Doctor service! I would like to know more about your complaints: - do you feel shortness of breath or chest pain? - what is your heart rate and blood pressure values? A heart attack would be really exceptional considering your young age. Anyway, I would recommend trying to close your eyes, taking some deep breaths and focus on your breathing. Please think nothing! If this helps improve your situation, it is just a panic attack. If your situation doesn't improve, I would recommend going to the ER for a physical exam, a resting ECG and some blood lab tests ( including cardiac enzymes). Hope you will find this answer helpful! I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you! Kind regards, Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist