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Panic disorder and asthma: causes, effects and research implications

R E Carr1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway 08854-5635, USA. rec@umdnj.edu

Journal of Psychosomatic Research
|March 4, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Asthma increases the risk of developing panic disorder, with respiratory factors playing a key role in panic symptoms. Understanding this link can improve asthma patient outcomes and panic disorder research.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Pulmonology
  • Medical Psychology

Background:

  • Asthma is a significant risk factor for panic disorder.
  • The co-occurrence of asthma and panic disorder exceeds expected rates, suggesting a strong link.
  • Respiratory factors are implicated in the pathophysiology of panic disorder.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the existing literature on the relationship between panic disorder and asthma.
  • To examine how panic disorder and its symptoms impact asthma management and outcomes.
  • To explore how asthma influences the symptoms and physiology of panic disorder.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies investigating the comorbidity of panic disorder and asthma.
  • Analysis of the impact of panic and anxiety on asthma exacerbations and medication use.

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  • Examination of the influence of asthma on panic disorder presentation and physiological responses.

    • Main Results:

    • Panic and anxiety can worsen asthma symptoms via hyperventilation.
    • Asthmatic patients with panic disorder show increased use of rescue inhalers and higher rates of hospital admissions.
    • These effects are observed independently of the severity of pulmonary impairment.

    Conclusions:

    • The interplay between asthma and panic disorder has significant clinical implications for patient management.
    • Further research into this relationship can enhance understanding of the etiology of panic disorder.
    • Investigating this comorbidity may lead to improved treatment strategies for individuals with both conditions.