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📋Overview
The condition frequently involves the avoidance of specific environments, such as open spaces, crowded areas, or public transportation, where an individual may feel trapped or vulnerable. This anxiety often stems from a fear of developing panic-like symptoms or other distressing physical sensations in a setting from which they cannot easily withdraw.
Clinical diagnostic frameworks categorize agoraphobia as a specific anxiety disorder that may co-occur with panic disorder. The distress associated with these situations can lead individuals to require a companion for travel or, in some instances, result in an inability to leave familiar environments.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0001818Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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