Care Plan Your Doctor Would Usually Recommend For Anxiety Disorder
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Overview
A group of mental illnesses that cause constant fear and worry. Characterized by sudden feeling of worry, fear and restlesness.
Symptoms
An anxiety disorder is characterized by a sudden feeling of uneasiness, worrying, fear, restlessness, or panic.
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Causes
The exact cause of anxiety is unknown. It can be attributed to traumatic life events, alteration of neurotransmitter levels in the brain.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis includes physical examination and a review of medical history. Laboratory and imaging tests may be done to rule out any other medical condition causing the symptoms. Psychological questionnaires can evaluate mental health.
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Highlights
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Diagnosed by medical professional
- Doesn't require lab test or imaging
- Can last several years or be lifelong
- More common in females
- Family history may increase likelihood
- Urgent medical attention recommended in severe cases
Medications
Benzodiazepines: Have a calming effect due to their sedative properties.
Alprazolam . Clonazepam . Etizolam
Antidepressants: Relieve the symptoms by affecting neurotransmitters.
Escitalopram . Fluoxetine . Sertraline
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