This is a "study", but I thought it was worthwhile putting it here. I hope it provides some insight. Hugs, Teri
"Panic Disorder Seems to Raise Heart Disease Risk"
"People with a history of panic disorder may have a higher risk of developing heart disease, particularly if they've also suffered from depression, a new study suggests."
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_27095.html