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Lose Breath, Anxiety. Diagnosed With PTSD. Could Losing Of Breath Rooted From Anxiety?
At random moments I feel like I lose my breath and have to catch it then I go back to normal. It is nothing dramatic but it happens randomly and I notice it does it more when I have caffiene. I have already been diagnosed with PTSD from my deployment in Iraq and anxiety issues where I always feel like something is wrong with me health wise. Could this losing my breath randomly be rooted from anxiety?
Sat, 8 Dec 2012
Hi there,
Thanks for writing in.
Your symptoms can most likely be attributed to anxiety. However, it would be wise to get a complete health check up .
I would suggest that you sign up for yoga and relaxation classes, if you have a good instructor in your area. This will help reduce your anxiety . Yoga is good for both the mind and body.
Hope I have answered your question.
Regards,
Dr. Divya Kuttikrishnan
Thanks for writing in.
Your symptoms can most likely be attributed to anxiety. However, it would be wise to get a complete health check up .
I would suggest that you sign up for yoga and relaxation classes, if you have a good instructor in your area. This will help reduce your anxiety . Yoga is good for both the mind and body.
Hope I have answered your question.
Regards,
Dr. Divya Kuttikrishnan
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