Anxiety disorder

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Anxiety disorder
TermAnxiety disorder
Short definitionanxiety disorder (ang-ZY-eh-tee dis-OR-der) condition in which a person experiences excessive worry and feelings of fear, terror, and discomfort. Other symptoms may include sweating, restlessness, irritability, tiredness, poor concentration, trouble sleeping, difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, and dizziness. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
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anxiety disorder - (pronounced) (ang-ZY-eh-tee dis-OR-der) condition in which a person experiences excessive worry and feelings of fear, terror, and discomfort. Other symptoms may include sweating, restlessness, irritability, tiredness, poor concentration, trouble sleeping, difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, and dizziness. Symptoms can worsen over time and affect a person's daily life. Anxiety disorders can be caused by a medical problem, a traumatic or stressful event, certain medications, or other factors. There are many types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and phobia-related disorders

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