A 28-year-old woman has recurrent episodes of sudden palpitations, chest tightness, trembling, and fear of dying that peak within minutes. Cardiac

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A 28-year-old woman has recurrent episodes of sudden palpitations, chest tightness, trembling, and fear of dying that peak within minutes. Cardiac evaluation is normal. She worries about future attacks. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Panic disorder

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Somatic symptom disorder

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Post-traumatic stress disorder

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Specific phobia

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Social anxiety disorder

Panic disorder — USMLE Step 3 MCQ

A 28-year-old woman has recurrent episodes of sudden palpitations, chest tightness, trembling, and fear of dying that peak within minutes. Cardiac evaluation is normal. She worries about future attacks. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?