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Suggest Treatment For Dizziness And Panic Feeling While Driving

Hi, two days ago whilst driving I suddenly felt dizzy, struggled for breath and felt panicked, I just had to grip the wheel and focused on the car infront, this past after a minute or two. Again today it happened not for as long and my breathing was better but had a tired feeling on the left side of my neck. Please help. Thanks, Wendy
Wed, 17 Dec 2014
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Hello,
Thanks for using healthcaremagic.

I read your query and understand your concerns.

In my view you need to visit a neurologist as soon as possible if you are above 50 years of age as it may be TIA if you have the risk factors for same.

In case you are middle age women the chance of panic attack is high according to your description and seeking psychiatric help will be appropriate.

For the treatment of panic attacks both benzodiazepines and SSRI are effective and routinely recommended for same.
Your psychiatrist may also choose psychotherapy for treatment of panic attacks.

Other than than when you get it stop driving and wait till the attack is over. It will be in interest of your safety and health.
Thanks and regards
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Suggest Treatment For Dizziness And Panic Feeling While Driving

Hello, Thanks for using healthcaremagic. I read your query and understand your concerns. In my view you need to visit a neurologist as soon as possible if you are above 50 years of age as it may be TIA if you have the risk factors for same. In case you are middle age women the chance of panic attack is high according to your description and seeking psychiatric help will be appropriate. For the treatment of panic attacks both benzodiazepines and SSRI are effective and routinely recommended for same. Your psychiatrist may also choose psychotherapy for treatment of panic attacks. Other than than when you get it stop driving and wait till the attack is over. It will be in interest of your safety and health. Thanks and regards