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Doctors I have anxiety since 5 years . anxiety of dying with heart attack.i fell I get heart attacks and I will die.thats anxiety I will accept now..but nowadays whenever I get nap of sleep or some sleep in afternoon on my shop ..I can't describe what I fell ..little nap gives me anxiety I can't this happen to me when I sleep I get anxiety other wise okk ...
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What you describe sounds like health anxiety -constant fear of a heart attack despite being safe-and now it has started appearing around your naps as well. Anxiety can sometimes trigger physical sensations (like chest tightness, racing heart, breathlessness) even during light sleep, which makes you wake up feeling panicked.
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This is a common pattern in long-standing anxiety. Practicing relaxation before naps, keeping a consistent sleep schedule, and using grounding techniques can reduce such episodes. Counselling (especially CBT for health anxiety) is very effective in breaking this cycle of fear.
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Since you've had anxiety for 5 years, it's important to combine lifestyle changes with therapy for lasting relief. Please rule out any heart condition once with a physician if not already done, but otherwise, this pattern is more anxiety-driven than dangerous.
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Yes we can understand your concern, the thought of getting a heart attack is constantly back of your mind , that's why whenever you take nap, it get magnified
Your dose of medication needs to be adjusted for proper relief
This symptom of anxiety is impairing your life in all aspects, you are not alone, many people have such illness anxiety issues
With proper medication, it gets treated
You must consult your psychiatrist
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Hello, what you’re describing is anxiety linked with body sensations. When you doze off or nap, your body naturally shifts (heartbeat slows, breathing changes) and your anxious mind mistakes these changes as danger. This triggers panic-like feelings, even though nothing harmful is happening.
It’s not a heart attack, it’s anxiety showing up in a new way. The key is learning to calm the body (deep breathing, grounding) and retrain the mind to not overreact to normal body signals. With therapy, especially CBT, you can break this loop and regain comfort with naps and sleep.
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What you are experiencing is anxiety, not a heart attack. Anxiety can create body sensations (like palpitations, chest tightness, or fear after naps) that feel scary, but they are not dangerous. At your age, the chance of heart attack is extremely low
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• Meet a psychiatrist/psychologist for proper treatment and therapy.
• Practice relaxation (deep breathing, meditation, yoga) daily.
• Maintain good sleep habits and avoid excess caffeine.
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Afternoon naps sometimes trigger anxiety because the mind suddenly switches from rest to alertness. Remind yourself it is harmless and will pass.
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Dr. Soumya Ande
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6 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Get evaluated for anxiety/hypochondriasis. These conditions are treatable
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Dr. Shailaja Bandla
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Vijayawada
Hi.. this can be due to physical or psychological reasons. Will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for further evaluation and management
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