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Could Tightness Of Chest Be A Result Of Anxiety?

This morning I had tightening in my chest, started to feel like I couldn't breathe, tears were coming from my eyes even though I wasn't "crying" - I am a 52 yr old female - symptoms subsided in about one minute and I have felt fine since then - could this have been anxiety or was I having a heart attack?
Thu, 8 Jan 2015
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Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns

I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. If the tightness of your chest comes for the first time, you should consult a physician and get your tests done. There are so many possibilities regarding tightness of chest and breathlessness. one possible cause could be anxiety and stress. Another is acidity related constriction. These ar simpler. Do consult a physician soon.

I can help you in this aspect. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.

Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.
Good luck.
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Could Tightness Of Chest Be A Result Of Anxiety?

Dear Welcome to HCM We understand your concerns I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. If the tightness of your chest comes for the first time, you should consult a physician and get your tests done. There are so many possibilities regarding tightness of chest and breathlessness. one possible cause could be anxiety and stress. Another is acidity related constriction. These ar simpler. Do consult a physician soon. I can help you in this aspect. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.