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Sir I have anxiety since 5 years ...I always think about heart attacks..is that possible that I can get heart attacks...and I want to known that whenever I see heart attacks in gym ..I think a lot that in anxiety is it safe to go in gym
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I hear your fear. Anxiety makes the mind replay worst-case thoughts, but it doesn’t mean you’ll get a heart attack. A check-up with a doctor can reassure you about your heart. If cleared, gentle gym workouts are safe, and even helpful for anxiety.
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First, visit a physician or cardiologist once to rule out heart concerns this gives you peace of mind.
Learn grounding skills to manage panic when scary thoughts come.
Consider therapy—CBT works well for health anxiety.
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Don’t Google symptoms, it feeds anxiety.
When fear of heart attack comes, place hand on chest, breathe slowly, remind yourself “this is anxiety.”
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Sounds like this is a tough experience for you. Sometimes some thoughts can have a grip on our mind. And these thoughts may be beliefs that we may have picked up when we ourselves go through dangerous situations or by watching other's experiences. But it is also possible that this may not properly reflect the real facts.
However what you feel is valid. You can seek out a psycho therapist and unpack why this particular fear has a hold on you and learn to come out of it.
Next Steps
Do seek help and you will not regret taking a step towards your better health.
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Try noticing your body and pay attention to what sensations come up. what thoughts are coming up. Is this real for everyone,100 percent of the time? engage in some fact checking. This should help you reorient.
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You are taking treatment for anxiety
There is no harm in doing exercises at gym
You are 24 yrs old, there is no harm in continuing gym
For your anxiety, you must consult your psychiatrist so that medications can be optimised for better response
If due to anxiety, life is hampered, it means medications must be continued
Do not adjust the dose on your own, continue follow up with your doctor and discuss thoroughly your concern
Continue relaxation exercises too with medication
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Hi.. anxiety can be treated with medicines and therapy. Consult online for treatment
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Hello, what you’re experiencing sounds like health anxiety. Anxiety can cause symptoms (like chest tightness, fast heartbeat, breathlessness) that feel like heart problems, but are not the same as a heart attack. If you’ve had medical tests and your doctor has cleared you, it’s safe to continue gym.
In fact, exercise helps reduce anxiety and keeps your heart healthier. The main work here is with your thoughts learning to separate “anxiety alarms” from real danger. Therapy (especially CBT) is very effective for this and can help you feel safe in your body again.
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At your age, risk of heart attack is very low. What you feel is mostly due to anxiety. Exercise and going to the gym are safe and actually help reduce anxiety. Start slowly and consult a doctor if you ever get severe chest pain or fainting.
Next Steps
Meet a psychiatrist/psychologist for anxiety treatment and practice relaxation daily.
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Avoid searching or watching videos about heart attacks as it increases your worry.
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