Anxiety: Same-Day GP Help
If you are experiencing anxiety symptoms such as shivering, a racing heart, an inability to control your thoughts, or chest tightness, please know that you are not alone and can seek professional help. Dr Faizal provides confidential consultations that give you time and space to talk openly.
Confidential · Same-day appointments · No referral needed
What is anxiety?
It is natural for the body to respond with anxiety when it is stressed or feels in danger. For many people, that anxiety eases once the problem that caused it has been resolved. According to Anxiety UK, anxiety is a very common mental health condition. If these fearful feelings last for weeks and start to affect your sleep, work, and daily life, it can be a sign of an anxiety disorder.
A same-day GP consultation with Dr Faizal is an alternative to waiting for an NHS appointment. He listens without rushing, helps make sense of what you are experiencing, and prescribes medication where clinically appropriate. You can book a home visit if you would rather not leave your space.
Reviewed by Dr Faizal Secretary, MRCGP · GMC 7606534 · CQC Registered
Anxiety symptoms
Symptoms vary from person to person. If you have been noticing any of these for more than two weeks, speaking to a GP can help.
- A fast heart rate, chest pain, feeling dizzy, and profuse sweating
- Tension, nervousness, and feeling like time is running out
- Difficulty making decisions
- Loss of concentration
- Fearing that something bad will happen
- Difficulty controlling thoughts
- Trouble falling asleep or disturbed sleep
- Being easily irritable or getting angry
Types of anxiety disorder you can seek help for
Knowing the type of anxiety you are dealing with can help you avoid triggers and manage it well. Humber Teaching NHS Foundation explains the following types.
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Continuous worry about everyday life that lasts for weeks or months. The feelings are persistent and hard to control.
Panic Attacks & Panic Disorder
Sudden episodes of extreme fear with a racing heart, breathing difficulty, shivering, and chest tightness. Also known as anxiety attacks.
Social Anxiety
Intense fear of social situations or of being judged by others, which leads to avoiding social environments.
Agoraphobia
Feeling very anxious about places or situations because of a fear of being trapped or unable to escape, which may lead to avoiding certain places.
OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves repeated unwanted thoughts or fears that cause distress, leading to repetitive behaviours.
PTSD
Anxiety that develops after a traumatic experience, with symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, and avoiding people or places.
Phobias
Feeling anxious about a particular object, place, or situation, such as spiders, heights, or lifts.
Health Anxiety
Continuous worry about having or developing a health condition, which can affect daily life.
For more on health-related worry, see the NHS guide to health anxiety. If a women’s health or men’s health condition may be affecting your mental health, getting help early can make your recovery faster.
What causes anxiety?
Anxiety can be caused by a number of things. As the Mental Health Foundation explains, the following may contribute to anxiety disorders:
- Work, education, or relationship-related stress
- Negative life events such as divorce, unemployment, or financial difficulty
- Life changes that affect your sense of safety
- Childhood trauma such as abuse or accidents
- Ongoing health problems
- Loneliness or a lack of support
- Pressure about appearance, success, or meeting expectations
Medical conditions such as thyroid disorders, perimenopause or menopause, erectile dysfunction, or low testosterone can also affect your mental health. Dr Faizal will discuss all related factors and guide you on the next steps, arranging diagnostics where helpful.
When to see a GP for anxiety symptoms
Please do not wait for anxiety to become severe before seeking help. It is worth speaking to a GP if:
- Your worry feels difficult to control
- The fear is not settling
- You are having frequent panic attacks or physical symptoms
- Anxiety is affecting your daily life, sleep, or concentration
- Self-help and lifestyle changes are not helping
- Your symptoms feel like they are getting worse, not better
A GP will listen without judgement, look into the causes and triggers, and suggest the best treatment for you.
Seek expert anxiety treatment and take back control of your life
It helps to discuss your anxiety symptoms in a private consultation with Dr Faizal. He will listen, identify the cause, and write a prescription or refer you to a specialist if needed.
How Dr Faizal can help with anxiety
Dr Faizal provides confidential mental health appointments at his private clinic so you can get the help you need. He will:
Listens & Assesses
Book a consultation and see Dr Faizal the same day. He takes your full medical and family history and asks about your symptoms and their timeline, with no pressure and no judgement.
Investigation If Required
Anxiety is sometimes linked to underlying medical conditions. Dr Faizal may arrange diagnostics to confirm any underlying cause, so you get the right treatment.
Discuss & Prescribe Treatment
Where medication is appropriate, and in line with NICE guidelines, Dr Faizal can prescribe treatment such as SSRIs. You also receive self-help advice for anxiety.
Referral & Follow-Up
If needed, Dr Faizal can refer you to a psychologist or psychiatrist, and discuss whether NHS talking therapy may help. You can always follow up by video or telephone consultation.
Self-help advice follows NHS guidance, and where needed Dr Faizal can arrange a specialist referral or a follow-up video or telephone consultation.
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Your GP for anxiety treatment in Preston
Dr Faizal Secretary is a GMC-registered GP based in Fulwood, Preston. He trained in the UK, holds a medical degree from the University of Manchester, and a BSc with Distinction from Imperial College London. Dr Faizal lets you speak about your anxiety symptoms without fear of judgement, so he can prescribe appropriate treatment or arrange a referral.
BSc (Hons) · MBChB · MRCGP · GMC 7606534 · CQC Registered · Seeing patients in Preston since 2017
Why choose My Private Clinic for anxiety treatment in Preston?
Named GP Every Time
Dr Secretary personally assesses and prescribes. Not a locum, not remote.
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FAQs about anxiety
What are the symptoms of extreme anxiety?
Fast breathing, a racing heart, shivering, chest tightness, dizziness, nausea, uncontrollable thoughts, and a feeling of losing control or that something bad is going to happen are some symptoms of anxiety. If you are having any of these, please seek help promptly.
Can you have anxiety with depression?
Yes. Anxiety and depression often occur together, and many people experience both at the same time. Consulting a GP can help address both conditions.
Can overthinking cause anxiety?
Yes. Overthinking can cause or trigger anxiety and make it more severe. If you are struggling to control overthinking, please remember you are not alone and can always seek help.
What is the 3-3-3 rule for anxiety?
The 3-3-3 rule is a simple technique to help calm an anxiety attack. Look around and name three things you can see, three things you can hear, and then move three parts of your body. This helps bring your attention to the present and can calm you down.
Do I need a referral to see Dr Faizal for anxiety treatment?
No referral is needed. If you need mental health help, you can consult Dr Faizal directly, without long waiting times.
How can I cope with severe anxiety?
Talk to friends or family, exercise regularly, improve your sleep schedule and quality, and cut down on alcohol. If self-help is not effective, talk to a GP so you get mental health care in good time.
Will Dr Faizal provide a confidential consultation for anxiety?
Yes, absolutely. Your mental health consultation with Dr Faizal is private, confidential, and unhurried. You can open up about your symptoms and seek help.
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