Hyperventilation often occurs which can result in numbness or tingling of the mouth, fingers and toes. This can make you feel like you are going to lose consciousness or die. Important to distinguish panic attack from a heart attack-will require an immediate visit to the doctor to determine the cause. Anxiety can result from hyperthyroid disease or from tumors which secrete the hormones which arouse the autonomic nervous system. You may need to be evaluated by health care provider to rule out these other conditions.
Anxiety can be a troubling symptom.
If you have anxiety you will benefit from psychological counseling to help with dealing with the underlying psychological stress, along with something to help calm you. Kava Kava root- has been shown in a number of studies to be very effective in reducing anxiety. Unlike antianxiety medications, Kava does not appear to impair cognitive function. Don't mix with alcohol, other anti-anxiety agents as Kava can potentiate the effects causing over sedation. Enter your name and email below and we will send you occasional newsletters and updates.