Early Symptoms of Panic Disorder, Let's Find Out Together

1. Panic Disorder, do not worry alone anymore

Hello, I am Choi Yeon-seung, the representative director of Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic. There are many people who find daily life difficult due to sudden panic attacks and chronic anxiety. For panic disorder, where one feels extreme fear as if their breath is blocked and their chest is about to burst, I would like to seek ways to overcome it together.

2. An unwelcome guest that disrupts daily life, Panic Disorder

"Suddenly, I feel like I can't breathe and my heart beats as if it's going to burst. I am overwhelmed by a fear that I might die, and I cannot do anything. I have even developed anthropophobia, making my work and social life feel bleak."

People suffering from panic disorder usually complain of similar symptoms. Many people are worrying about similar symptoms. At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we are striving to improve these symptoms.

3. What is panic disorder?

Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by sudden, severe panic attacks that occur without warning. It is accompanied by physical symptoms such as difficulty breathing, palpitations, chest pain, dizziness, and tremors, as well as mental distress such as fear of death and a feeling of anxiety as if one is going crazy. It usually develops in the 20s to 30s, and women are about 2 times more common than men.

4. Sickness of the mind, reaction of the body

The causes of panic disorder are diverse. It is known that excessive stress, an unstable personality, and genetic factors act in combination. In particular, as chronic daily stress accumulates, the sympathetic nervous system becomes excessively activated, which seems to trigger panic attacks. Additionally, excessive worry about health and perfectionist tendencies also have an influence.

5. Panic Disorder from the Perspective of Korean Medicine

In Korean Medicine, panic disorder is viewed as a disease caused by an imbalance of the mind and body. In the 《Huangdi Neijing》, it is referred to as "Hyungmin (胸悶)," mentioning symptoms such as chest tightness and anxiety. Stress leads to Liver Qi stagnation (肝氣鬱結), and the exhaustion of the mind and spirit (心神) causes palpitations (心悸). It develops due to causes such as circulation disorders of Qi and Blood (氣血) and dysfunction of the Zang-fu organs (臟腑).

6. Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic's Panic Disorder Treatment Strategy

At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we provide customized prescriptions tailored to each patient's symptoms and constitution through Byeonjeung-sichi (辨證施治). Along with herbal medicine therapy to resolve Liver Qi stagnation (肝鬱) and stabilize the mind and spirit (心神), we perform acupuncture treatment to promote meridian circulation. Additionally, we aim to restore the balance of the autonomic nervous system through breathing meditation, qigong, and other methods.

Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, breathing together with the patient

Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic provides customized treatment suited to each individual patient based on abundant clinical experience. We consider communication with the patient most important during the treatment process and focus on finding the cause of the disease to provide appropriate treatment. Chief Director Choi Yeon-seung graduated from Kyung Hee University College of Korean Medicine and has devoted himself to the treatment of panic disorder for 16 years. It is a characteristic of our practice to treat by harmoniously combining ancient formulas (古方) with modern Korean medicine.

People who escaped panic and found a new life

"I was always anxious that a panic attack might occur, but now my heart feels much lighter. Thanks to regular lifestyle habits and the treatment at Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, the frequency of attacks has decreased and the intensity has weakened significantly."

At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we have met panic disorder patients of various age groups. From university students in their 20s to heads of households in their 50s, they were individuals each with their own stories. As a result of combining herbal medicine intake, acupuncture treatment, and meditation training, most symptoms improved significantly. They have returned to their daily lives and are living healthy lives.

Big changes created by small actions

Along with panic disorder treatment, it is important to improve lifestyle habits. Avoid excessive stress and achieve stability of mind and body through regular exercise and meditation. Reducing alcohol and caffeine intake and maintaining a balanced diet is also helpful. Above all, a mindset of loving and accepting oneself is necessary. Small actions gathered together will become the foundation for improving the quality of life.

We support your healthy tomorrow

"What problems can occur if panic disorder worsens?"

If panic disorder is left untreated, the quality of life can drop significantly and it may lead to other psychiatric problems such as anthropophobia or depression. Therefore, it is important to receive appropriate treatment in the early stages. At Baekrokdam Korean Medicine Clinic, we are doing our best for the healthy lives of our patients. Please visit us anytime for a consultation. We sincerely support your today's worries and anxiety turning into tomorrow's hope.