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What physical
conditions have symptoms that are similar to the anxiety
symptoms of agoraphobia?
One of the first steps to overcoming agoraphobia or any
anxiety disorder is to rule out possible medical causes of
the symptoms by seeing a doctor for a complete physical
examination. Physical conditions that can cause anxiety or
anxiety-like symptoms include:
- asthma
- cardiovascular problems
- diabetes
- hypothyroidism
- seizures
- problems associated with the inner ear
It is important to rule
out these medical problems so that you know you are treating
the right disorder.
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