Conditions we treat
Online Consultation for Panic Attacks
A panic attack is frightening and physical, and many people first fear something is wrong with their heart. Our clinicians assess what is happening and explain the options with you.
What panic attacks means
A panic attack is a sudden surge of intense fear with strong physical symptoms that usually peaks within minutes. Panic disorder describes repeated attacks together with ongoing worry about the next one, which often leads to avoiding places where an attack happened before.
Common signs and symptoms
- Sudden pounding heart, chest tightness or breathlessness
- Sweating, trembling, chills or hot flushes
- Dizziness, light-headedness or a feeling of unreality
- A strong fear of losing control or that something terrible is happening
- Tingling or numbness in the hands, face or feet
- Avoiding travel, crowds or being alone in case an attack starts
When professional support may help
- You have had more than one unexpected attack
- You are changing your routine to avoid another attack
- Attacks are affecting work, study, sleep or relationships
- A doctor has ruled out a physical cause and the attacks continue
How Veera's Global can help
Cognitive behavioural therapy for panic, breathing and interoceptive work, and psychiatric review where medication may be appropriate.
Frequently asked questions
Are panic attacks dangerous?
A panic attack is intensely unpleasant but is not itself physically dangerous. Because the symptoms overlap with heart and breathing conditions, a first attack should still be checked medically so physical causes are excluded.
How long does treatment usually take?
Panic responds well to structured therapy and many people notice change within a course of sessions. Your clinician sets out an indicative plan after the first consultation and reviews it with you.
Important
This page is general information and does not replace a personal clinical assessment, diagnosis or treatment. Veera's Global is not an emergency service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact your local emergency number or a crisis helpline straight away.