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Panic disorder — PARA MCQ

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ModeratePsychiatry - Anxiety disordersPanic disorderPARA

A 31-year-old man has recurrent episodes of sudden palpitations, trembling, chest tightness and fear of dying. ECG and thyroid function tests are normal between episodes. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: C — Panic disorder

Recurrent abrupt episodes of autonomic symptoms and intense fear with normal cardiac and endocrine assessment are typical of panic disorder.

Reference: NICE CG113: Generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder