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Question: hello, I am mentally disabled. suffering long term stress and am having severe pressure in chest making it very uncomfortable to breath. i do have copd. i already take many medications. but do to a serious situation going on in my life. I am in severe stress and depression. i am at the point of no return. getting any help is not possible for my situation, that has brought this on. I have been very ill for a long time. and I am getting worse. Is this why I am having discomfort in my chest.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Your chest discomfort is most likely due to one of two things. First is a COPD exacerbation. This is the most serious, and you need immediate medical evaluation by a primary care doctor for a physical exam, bloodwork, EKG, and other basic tests. Another possibility once medical causes are ruled out is that this is a somatic symptom of anxiety. This can be treated with cognitive behavioral therapy. I recommend seeking out a therapist in your area. If you cannot find one, I do offer text-based therapy via asking a question my private link at this website, which I will paste below. But the first step is a complete medical workup by your primary care doctor.
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Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
Your chest discomfort is most likely due to one of two things. First is a COPD exacerbation. This is the most serious, and you need immediate medical evaluation by a primary care doctor for a physical exam, bloodwork, EKG, and other basic tests. Another possibility once medical causes are ruled out is that this is a somatic symptom of anxiety. This can be treated with cognitive behavioral therapy. I recommend seeking out a therapist in your area. If you cannot find one, I do offer text-based therapy via asking a question my private link at this website, which I will paste below. But the first step is a complete medical workup by your primary care doctor.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private link below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated 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 (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private link: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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