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What Could Be The Reason For Having A Feeling Of Suffocation Which Triggers Anxiety?
I have been to 3 ENTs who can't figure out what is wrong. Suddenly one day I had the feeling of suffocation which, of course, triggers anxiety. It is worse in hot weather and better in cold weather. It is worse at night so I mostly sleep during the day. I do have some acid reflux and am taking meds for that but they don't seem to make it better (2-3 months on the meds).
Fri, 17 Jan 2014
Hi
Your history suggests- you may have phobia i.e., situational phobia ,phobia to darkness with or without GAD( generalised anxiety disorder).
You may have symptoms like suffocation ( Dyspnoea), palpitation, sweating, feels like dying which may be due to panic attack
Benzodiazepines, SSRIs may help you.
Please consult your psychiatrist
hope this helps and clarifies your concern.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr.Samrat
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