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I still have a persistent fear of having a heart attack even though my cardiologist said all my tests and TMT reports are normal. What medications can help treat this anxiety?

Asked by Male, 45 · 10 days ago

It is very reassuring that your heart tests are completely normal. What you are experiencing is a common form of health anxiety, often called cardiophobia. To manage this, doctors frequently prescribe Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) like escitalopram or sertraline to help reduce daily anxiety. For physical symptoms like a racing heart, beta-blockers like propranolol can be helpful under medical supervision. Short-term relief for panic may involve benzodiazepines. Along with medication, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is highly effective. Please consult a psychiatrist to safely discuss these options. Your heart is healthy, and this anxiety is highly treatable.
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I still have a persistent fear of having a heart attack even though my cardiologist said all my tests and TMT reports are normal. What medications can help treat this anxiety?

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