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I've been dealing with stress for 6 months. It has now evolved into something that's always bothering me like chest pain, nausea, anxiety, nightmares,sleep paralysis a few times and in the sleep or in morning when I wake up I've this rapid heartbeat. Whenever I cry or overthink I can't eat for 3-4 days. Feeling of vomiting is permanent and even a little stress or something sad leads to pain in the middle of my chest.I need a consultation about how to deal with it.
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Your symptoms are consistent with anxiety and stress-related physical responses affecting sleep, digestion, and the chest.
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Consult with me for focused counselling therapy to manage anxiety and body symptoms.
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Practise slow breathing, regular meals, and stress regulation.
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Kindly connect with psychotherapist
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Hi, it can be psychosomatic symptoms or any other issue which needs to be identified.
As per your question, I think you have a lot to speak out and once you do that you will feel better.
Please consult a psychologist with all the details and discuss. If required, you will be referred for other interventions as well.
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Your symptomsâchest pain, nausea, anxiety, nightmares, sleep paralysis, rapid heartbeat, and inability to eatâare serious and can significantly affect your well-being. Itâs important to seek immediate medical attention to rule out any physical health issues, especially with chest pain and rapid heartbeat. Alongside medical care, professional mental health support such as therapy can help you understand and manage the underlying stress and anxiety. Techniques like deep breathing, grounding exercises, and gradual relaxation practices may offer some relief, but given the severity and duration of your symptoms, working with a mental health professional is strongly recommended. They can provide a tailored treatment plan, which may include therapy, medication, or a combination of both, to help you regain control and improve your quality of life. Remember, reaching out for help is a vital and courageous step toward healing.
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It seems to be GAD. It needs to be treated asap otherwise it may get complicated.
It can be well treated with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively and without any side effects.
It needs to be treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery.
You need an expert Psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist and Counseling psychologist for the last 17 years of experience. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance.
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Hi, Consult a psychologist for professional help
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It is completely understandable and normal to feel this way when dealing with prolonged stress and anxiety. The physical symptoms you are experiencing, like chest pain, nausea, and a rapid heartbeat, are very real and are your body's way of reacting to intense emotional distress. It can feel scary, but you are not alone, and it's a sign that your body and mind are working hard to cope with a difficult situation.
A mental health professional can help you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and physical symptoms. They will provide you with simple, practical tools and techniques to manage your rapid heartbeat, calm the feeling of nausea, and gradually reduce the intensity of your anxiety. Counseling offers a safe space to explore the source of your stress and learn healthier coping mechanisms, empowering you to regain control over your life and feel much better, both mentally and physically.
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Ms. Sheetal Kusumbe
Counselling Psychologist
21 yrs exp
Thane
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your concern here.
Your stress and anxiety remain unresolved, hence the psychosomatic symptoms.
The vicious cycle is causing you feelings of overwhelm and dilemma.
Counseling sessions shall help you to basically understand the root cause of the continued anxiety. Develop coping mechanisms to manage the underlying stress.
Once the mind learns to balance itself , it is easier for the body to gradually tune into the harmony.
You can consult for further professional guidance.
I wish you progressive healing and holistic wellness.
Happy Healthy Living!
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Ms. Komal Singh Parihar
Psychologist
7 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
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Based on what you have described, this appears to be anxiety that has become chronic and is now strongly affecting your body (psychosomatic symptoms). Symptoms like chest pain, nausea, loss of appetite, rapid heartbeat on waking, nightmares, sleep paralysis, and constant fear are common when stress and anxiety remain unresolved for months. Your body is staying in a continuous “fight or flight” mode, which explains why even small emotional triggers cause intense physical reactions. This does not mean something is seriously wrong with your heart or stomach, but it does mean your anxiety needs proper attention now.
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It is important to consult a clinical psychologist or psychiatrist for a full assessment. Therapy such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or anxiety-focused psychotherapy can help you understand triggers and reduce physical symptoms. A psychiatrist may also evaluate whether short-term medication is needed to stabilise sleep, appetite, and panic responses. Early treatment can prevent anxiety from becoming more severe or long-term.
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• Do not ignore chest pain—get a basic medical check once to rule out physical causes, which also reduces health anxiety.
• Practice slow breathing techniques (long exhale breathing) especially during chest tightness.
• Eat small, frequent meals even if appetite is low to support your nervous system.
• Reduce caffeine, late-night screen use, and irregular sleep timings.
• Avoid suppressing emotions; crying is a release, not a weakness.
• Remind yourself that these sensations are uncomfortable but not dangerous.
With the right treatment and support, these symptoms can reduce significantly, and your body can return to a calmer, balanced state. You are not alone, and help at this stage can make a big difference.
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Ms. Swati Agarwal
Clinical Psychologist
7 yrs exp
Kolkata
What you are experiencing appears to be severe anxiety and stress that has started expressing itself physically. When stress continues for months without adequate relief, the nervous system stays in a constant “fight-or-flight” mode. This can cause symptoms like chest pain, nausea, rapid heartbeat, appetite loss, nightmares, sleep paralysis, and a constant feeling of sickness or fear.
The chest pain, vomiting sensation, and inability to eat when you are upset are very common anxiety-related physical responses. Similarly, waking up with a rapid heartbeat, nightmares are signs that your body is highly overactivated, even during rest.
This does not mean something is dangerously wrong, but it does mean your system is overwhelmed and needs proper support.
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Consult a clinical psychologist to work on anxiety regulation, stress processing, and physical symptom management.
A medical check-up is advisable to rule out physical causes of chest pain and nausea, for reassurance.
If anxiety is intense, persistent, or affecting eating and sleep significantly, a psychiatric consultation may help with short-term medication support alongside therapy.
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Do not ignore chest pain — once medically cleared, anxiety management becomes easier.
Eat small, frequent meals when appetite is low instead of forcing full meals.
Practise slow breathing (inhale 4 seconds, exhale 6 seconds) during nausea or rapid heartbeat.
Avoid caffeine and late-night screen use, as they worsen anxiety and sleep disturbances.
Healing is very possible, but it requires structured support, not just self-effort.
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi... Please consult a Cardiologist first and get through with tests for any underlying heart condition. If the tests come negative and your doctor (Cardiologist) concludes no heart ailment or condition, we can attribute these symptoms to your mental health condition. Although, body and mind works in unity and not in separation, but we need to run through tests so that we do not make a mistake of taking a heart condition as a mental health condition, as the consequence of it can be fatal. Vise-versa is not so consequential. With proper guidance and effective clinical intervention, these issues can be very well addressed and managed so that you can carry on efficiently with your daily life tasks and inter-personal relationships. Complete recovery usually requires a longer commitment and continues work in a therapeutic set-up. Search for a good Therapist/Psychologist with whom you can commit for long term.
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Consult a Cardiologist first and conduct tests/examination for any heart ailment/condition.
Consult a Psychiatrist for a Medical Diagnosis (mental health).
Consult a Psychologist for Psychotherapy/Counselling.
CBT along with Lifestyle Changes and Interpersonal Guidance & Counselling is required.
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Ms. Smriti
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Your symptoms are treatable, and with a structured plan, you will start feeling relief within a few sessions.kindly connect with psychologist to resolve inner conflicts
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