Q: Which doctor should be consulted for hyperventilation problem?
A: Your GP can do the initial exam. If he finds anything serious he may refer you to a specialist.
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Q: What are panic attacks?
A: If some emotional stress or fear precipitates over—breathing it is due to panic. There may be fear of heights (like standing and looking down from a tall building) or the fear of crowds or snakes or death.
Sometimes hyperventilation and panic can become a vicious combination, where panic leads to hyperventilation and further panic.
Q: Is hyperventilation dangerous?
A: No, this condition is not dangerous and it is usually self-limiting. The symptoms usually last for about 15 to 30 minutes.
Q: Is hyperventilation common during labor of pregnancy?
A: Yes especially if the woman is delivering for the first time the rapid deep breathing to push the baby down can cause hyperventilation and she may blackout for a short period.
