Panic attacks may cause tingling of the hands, shaking, heart racing, disorientation, and fear of dying or losing control. It would however be unusual for panic attacks to cause extreme increase in blood pressure, or require cardioversion for increased heart rate. It is not uncommon for both psychiatric and medical conditions to co-exist. I urge you to continue with the medical evaluation recommended by your doctors.
I agree. Get another opinion. Its way too fast!
Even if it is anxiety it is not good for your heart, mind or system!!! It needs to be treated.
I suffered from extreme fear and anxiety for years. It was with every breath I took and dictated every move I made. I was terrified every minute. It was unbearable and I am shocked that I did not complete suicide to escape the misery.
Buspar did not even touch it. Valium just barely helped and I really did not know to take medication back then.
I finally saw a psychiatrist for the first time (I had therapy with a psychologist) after I slashed my wrist. She knew how great my fear was and gave me Stelazine. It is an antipsychotic. I am not saying that is what you need but I do know it stopped and still stops my fear. I take a low dose of Risperdal and I feel totally fine. I cannot believe my years of suffering have ended.
If you find no other way, ask your doctor about it. I hate to hear of anyone suffering like I did. It doesn't hurt to ask. I don't like the idea of taking an antipsychotic, but if it is what I need to live a normal life, then I welcome it.
Good luck to you.
Hi,
I know what you're going through. Although, instead of a fast heartbeat I have an irregular one. I am no Doctor, but have you worn a holter moniter or a 'King of Hearts' moniter? It sounds to me like you have some sort of tachycardia.
Christine
Christine,
I wore a holter monitor about 10 years ago (a 24 hour event monitor, and then another holter for a few weeks). Nothing occurred during that time. As I've gotten older, the symptoms have gotten worse - especially after the birth of each child. Almost all of the times I've ended up in the ER, the docs have said I'm having panic attacks. Last Chrismas though, our family doctor was witness to one of the episodes and is convinced that I have some sort of arrhythmia. I am just curious as to whether a healthy person's heart rate can soar to 190 bpm because of panic/anxiety.