This sounds like a combination of anxiety and nocturnal panic attacks rather than a purely physical issue, especially since medical tests seem to be normal. The feeling of being unable to swallow or breathe, along with chest pain, is a common symptom of anxiety or panic attacks.
The fact that this happens only at night before sleep suggests that your mind might be associating bedtime with stress or fear, possibly due to underlying worries, past trauma, or unresolved anxiety. The relief after 3 AM could be because your body naturally calms down as the night progresses.
Try deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or guided meditation before bed. Therapy can also help identify and resolve the deeper emotional triggers causing this pattern.
You don’t have to rely on sleep pills forever—therapy can help you regain control. If you want to take online therapy sessions, connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
Answered2025-02-08 10:38:01
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