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Last Updated:July 15, 2025, 15:52 IST<\/p>\n

In recent years, this complex interplay between mental stress and cardiovascular health has become increasingly evident, particularly among people in their 30s and 40s.\"While<\/p>\n

While panic attacks don\u2019t directly cause heart attacks, they can trigger them in individuals who already have underlying coronary artery disease<\/p>\n

Panic attacks are a feature of human evolution, rooted in our primal \u201cfight or flight” response. This survival mechanism is hardwired into us, designed to protect us from danger. But in today\u2019s fast-paced world, it may be doing more harm than good especially when it comes to heart health.<\/p>\n

While panic attacks don\u2019t directly cause heart attacks, they can trigger them in individuals who already have underlying coronary artery disease, says Dr. Anand Agarwal, HOD of CTVS (Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery), Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research.<\/p>\n

There are several known causes for coronary artery blockages \u2013 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, smoking, family history, and chronic stress are the major culprits.<\/p>\n

Dr. Agarwal emphasizes the need to examine why people are panicking more often in the first place. \u201cThis is a growing concern among today\u2019s youth, who often struggle to cope with the increasing pressures of modern life. Many turn to self-harm or, tragically, succumb to coronary or cerebrovascular events,” he explains.<\/p>\n

Panic attacks activate the sympathetic nervous system, leading to a surge of stress hormones like adrenaline, which in turn increase heart rate and blood pressure. In people with existing heart conditions, this added strain on the heart can become dangerous.<\/p>\n

Moreover, panic can cause coronary artery spasms, arrhythmias, and other cardiac disturbances. These events don\u2019t just have short-term implications\u2014they also raise the long-term risk of heart attacks.<\/p>\n

Individuals with chronic anxiety or recurrent panic attacks often live with the fear of the next episode, which adds another layer of psychological stress and further taxes the cardiovascular system.<\/p>\n

In recent years, this complex interplay between mental stress and cardiovascular health has become increasingly evident, particularly among people in their 30s and 40s.<\/p>\n

The good news? Managing panic attacks through timely medical intervention, therapy, and lifestyle modifications\u2014such as regular exercise, mindfulness, adequate sleep, and healthy diet\u2014can significantly reduce heart health risks.<\/p>\n

In conclusion, while panic attacks aren\u2019t inherently fatal, they can become a ticking time bomb for the heart if existing conditions go undiagnosed or unmanaged. A holistic approach to mental health, stress management, and preventive heart care is no longer optional, it\u2019s essential.<\/p>\n

\"authorimg\"Swati Chaturvedi<\/a><\/p>\n

Swati Chaturvedi, a seasoned media and journalism aficionado with over 10 years of expertise, is not just a storyteller; she’s a weaver of wit and wisdom in the digital landscape. As a key figure in News18 Engl…Read More<\/p>\n

Swati Chaturvedi, a seasoned media and journalism aficionado with over 10 years of expertise, is not just a storyteller; she’s a weaver of wit and wisdom in the digital landscape. As a key figure in News18 Engl… Read More<\/p>\n

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