> to breath, drenched in perspiration and a wild look in his eyes. Most times > soothing talk, gentle rubbing of his back and shoulders, brushing his hair, > etc. will calm him down. Other times he will have to take a tranquilizer > (clorapepate 7.5mg) and lay down. I have to stay with him and continue > the treatment in the last sentence until the pill takes over. > Anxiety attacks are truly terrible events. However, I'm curious to know if Bill has had a complete cardiac work-up? The shortness of breath accompanying these episodes concerns me. Is your doctor aware of these adverse symptoms? ----- Regards Mary Ann