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Are Chest Tightness, Tingling Arms, Facial Numbness And Breathing Difficulty Symptoms Of Anxiety?
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Detailed Answer:
Hi, and thanks for your question.
Yes, panic attacks can absolutely cause these symptoms. Chest tightness, tingling, aches, pain, and shortness of breath are common symptoms. GERD is more specific, and can cause a burning sensation in the chest and throat, without tingling or facial involvement. From what you describe, these are likely panic attacks, which can be effectively treated with SSRIs.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hi, and thanks for your question.
Yes, panic attacks can absolutely cause these symptoms. Chest tightness, tingling, aches, pain, and shortness of breath are common symptoms. GERD is more specific, and can cause a burning sensation in the chest and throat, without tingling or facial involvement. From what you describe, these are likely panic attacks, which can be effectively treated with SSRIs.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me at my direct link below. We receive a significantly higher payment from this website for direct questions, so I prefer this venue in which to work with you. It would be my pleasure to be your personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (XXXX). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, or individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: XXXX
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