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M suffering from anxiety last 7mnths its start from chest pain of gastic. I m feared of going outside I always feel chest pain n think its heart attack pain n I m died. Bcz of this I loss all interest I left my job. Worried abt future. M taking pexep cr 25. I take counselling but she said u hv Nothing just busy u r selfish n stop med. Plz help me.

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Consult a therapist and practice relaxation techniques and biofeedback it will definitely help you. Practice yoga ...  Read More

Hello,since few time I'm facing issues of anxiety like racing thoughts, sometimes i feel that I am disbalanced while walking or like I am sinking under the ground, heart beat increases and fear of heart attack, and sometimes burning sensation in left side of chest under collarbone or towards shoulder also sometimes. I can't sleep properly on time e

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From what you have explained here on your condition I tend to get a feeling that you are in the grip of anxiety, that too probably chronic. Anxiety is known to produce symptoms like the ones you have ...  Read More

I constantly fear of heart attack and always think it's a problem. After hearing latest news, it is increasing alot. Putting me in depression and anxiety.

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Just get yourself evaluated if everything is normal than nothing to worry ...  Read More

Hi me and my family had covid and recovered well But i had chest pain (not severe) and cold toes and fingers... Doctor said it is anxiety. I am female and 18...i fear heart attack... Please help me to get over this fear 🙏🙏🙏

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It can surely be anxiety because you have gone through a tough time recently.Don’t overthink about it . you can consult a doctor online who can assess your condition to ensure that you don’t have a h ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, Even if I get a small pain in left hand or chest, I'm afraid of heart attack and stroke. I feel chillness and anxiety. Sometimes I feel difficult to breath. I'm just 30, normal BP and no Diabetes. Please help me overcome this fear.

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It seems you are having panic symptoms. Still detailed evaluation is needed. Consult a psychiatrist. You may need therapy with/ without meds. ...  Read More

Hi 30f.I have bipolar disorder recently I have been diagnosed with subclinical hyperthyroidism and using neomarcazole 5mg daily once. I have anxiety nervouseness Fear left side chest pain shoulder hand pain chest pain on and off fear. I am very much worried if I will get heart attack or heart failure due to all these. Am I safe or will I get heart

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Try Propranolol Controlled release 20 mg twice a day for a week. Check heart rate daily for 7 days. Continue your hyperthyroid treatment. ...  Read More

I have very severe cardiophobia - fear of heart attack at all times. Even if I feel a bit giddy, have problem with stomach.. I feel I'm getting heart attack. I get panic attacks too. ECG and echo is normal. If normal, what are the chances of one getting a heart attack?

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It's difficult to predict..So u should relax and live peacefully. ...  Read More

Why do Panic Attack cause fear, also why not many people are aware of the problem. How should one stay positive given that negative thoughts, fear are the main issues that are faced during high anxiety

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Panic attacks are the outcome of severe stress in your life. They are experienced through a combination of physical symptoms and negative emotions. Chest pain , sweating, trembling to name a few and t ...  Read More

Hi doctors I have been on medication for anxiety and fast heart rhythm for the last 2 years.. and now i am feeling better and slowly slowly reduce the medication but when i saw some news of heart attack or cardiac arrest suddenly my heart rhythm pumped very fast . And I suddenly have panic and fear of the same symptoms as mentioned in the news ch

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Consult ...  Read More

I am 25 years old male from India. I have been constantly experiencing the fear of having a heart attack. I can even observe all the related symptoms like pain in left side of the chest, stomach discomfort (specifically on the right abdomen), pain in the left hand (sometimes left foot also) etc. I have been suffering from this for almost a year now

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. You don't need a professional opinion regarding this. It's clearly just anxiety. Nothing else. Just have a nutritious diet and exercise daily. You wil ...  Read More

I'm having issue with the heart as it pains alott when I think something and something like I fear about somethings that I also don't know it beats faster than usual it makes me angry and sad at same time not able to do my work overthinking onlyy feels like anxiety my hand started to shiver

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It sounds like your symptoms may be related to anxiety or stress, especially since they are triggered by overthinking and fear. The fast heartbeat, chest discomfort, trembling, and difficulty focusing ...  Read More

Does extreme panic attack cause cardiac arrest due to surging heart rate and cortisol level. I am anxious about anxiety. This creates a vicious loop in my life avoiding places that previously made me anxious. How to come out of it

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

In previous years i suffered from chronic stress and my muscle mass was getting reduced abdomen increased and iam suffered from sleep problems now sleep problems was solved. And i have experieced a mild pain in left back of my chest and sometimes front. Is this related to heart pain.

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It would be better to get ECG and Echocardiography done to understand if there is any cardiac issue ...  Read More

Since childhood I have severe anxiety and fear associated with irritable bowel syndrome and over active urinary bladder and urge incontinence. My question is ibs and urine leakage is due to inborn anxiety and fear???

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Hi, Anxiety can cause the above symptoms. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

Few years ago I was biiten by a dog mistakenly I went to normal medical store to take anti Rabies vaccine he administer booster on wrong dates/schedule. When I get to know that my anxiety reached very high I started reading about rabies and got to how serious this disease after that I get myself tested rabies anti bodies test got consultation from

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Hi.Glad that you reached out. I would advise you to consult a psychiatrist first.They will assess and see if medications is needed or only therapy will suffice. Based on it you can then consult a psyc ...  Read More

I have been having anxiety attacks and overthinking with which my stress and heart is racing. The petril Md 0.5 is not working. Is there any way to stop all of the the pain? Any other medications?

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You will need anti-anxiety medications if you are not using already, not just petril. Will need detailed history before starting other medications. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am a 25-year-old male suffering from health anxiety for the last one year. I constantly worry about my health and overthink minor symptoms, which affects my confidence and daily life. I do not smoke, rarely drink, and have no addictions. Earlier, I took Paroxetine 12.5 mg for one month and felt slight improvement, but had severe n

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This is typical scenario of illness anxiety,where patient feels even minor symptoms will kill his life and he is suffering from life threatening condition,you urgently need to cut down your suffering ...  Read More

I have been dealing with anxiety and panic attacks for the past few years. These episodes have affected me mentally and physically. I’m seeking medical guidance.

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This appears to be a a long standing issue for you. It sounds like it must have been extremely difficult. Please consult a Clinical Psychologist and Psychiatrist for treatment. ...  Read More

Hello Doc, I'm on sugar & cholesterol medication since last 4-5 years. (Voage 10 & Lipvas 20) Few days back i had little uncomfortness near my heart area. Yesterday morning at 11 am i was doing yoga & my pulse dropped to 30-40 for 30-40 secs and i was feeling light headed and full of anxiety (ghabrahat). I check my bp which was 120 by 8

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Looks ok ...  Read More

I had d n c on 5th November, after that I was on ovral L for last 20 days ..started feeling so fatigue whole body..my both hands so tired feeling for some days while on dose ,,.on 20th day of dose..at night I felt lightheadness ..and like loosing control kind..what was that..chest little discomfort..little hot flas with little sweat...i am having

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Hi.. yes anxiety can present in such a way. However will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

Hi Sir/Madam, I am 36 year old woman working in IT sector. My first child is a 5 year old girl.Currently I am 27 weeks pregnant (second child). I have OCD I feel as I recheck things like locking doors and off lights and all and take videos or photos for reassurance. Now from past one month it became excess like taking video while Cooking in fear th

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OCD is a condition that is characterised by obsessions and compulsions that interfere in our daily lives and also cause immense distress. All the symptoms you mentioned- align with classic symptoms ...  Read More

Dear doctor I'm Alex 26 year old boy from few days I'm suffering from cough khanshi and heart palpitations on bed at night sometimes I feel suddenly my heart beat has been increased and due to such type of incident I fear and can't sleep properly I visited my nearest physician Doctor sir asked everything I told him I usually smoke cigarettes but f

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The ECG shows increased heart rate. Other than that it is absolutely normal. Elevated heart rate could be because of the viral infection that you’re suffering from. Just take the medicines as prescrib ...  Read More

Is any sign of heart attack 15 days prior of this report? I was suffering from insomnia and anxiety for 10 days and one day when I was feeling very worried and stress I feel my left arm vein was swollen and I feel chest pain for some time . Is my ECG AND ECHO OK? My Cholesterol level is Cholesterol total-235 Triglycerids-138 HDL Cholesterol (HDLC)-

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ECG normal , get an echocardiography and treadmill test ...  Read More

Im suffering from anxiety and panic attacks since 2011 till now i feel weekly wise whenever it hits me i feel i will die soon like i can't breath properly and i feel like my neck muscles hold tight my air pipe and that time i take breath very hardly and to breathe heavily due to this problem i can not go out side from home even alone not go out sid

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I can understand your pain and suffering Panic attacks can feel very distressing but can be managed with lifestyle modifications and proper treatment Follow : Jacobsen’s Progressive Muscle Relaxatio ...  Read More

Im suffering from anxiety and panic attacks since 2011 till now i feel weekly wise whenever it hits me i feel i will die soon like i can't breath properly and i feel like my neck muscles hold tight my air pipe and that time i take breath very hardly and to breathe heavily due to this problem i can not go out side from home even alone not go out sid

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You should consult a psychiatrist and be on prescription as soon as possible because it is a management disorder that you don’t need to suffer from . ...  Read More

Completely disturbed since last 2months, before meeting him I was on my track focusing on my goals only after that I got attached and distracted just because the timing and changing nature of him, still confused is everything gonna be okay or not, I want my old self back, suffering from panic attack, stress and anxiety issue, he's been giving me th

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Hey there. I can understand that seeking help is overwhelming. But you have already taken a brave step. A psychology counselling can definitely bring you back. ...  Read More

I 28 yr young youth who consulted many cardiologists and did many health tests..after all reports are normal ..still some time i have fear of chest pain and i think why he always feels out on my left side.. doctor suggested that I not to worry that's not a heart attack symptoms but my mind not processed that in good way.. when i sleep i also exp

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You need to consult a psychologist to cope up with the fear. It is unlikely to be related to the heart. ...  Read More

Dear sir/maam For last few months I having panic attacks anxiety attack since I heard the news of someone known to me having stroke since than I have palpitations rapidly high bp not able to sleep and I used to take alcohol to return rid of such fearful thought of heart attack or stroke having neck pain headaches feels like dissynes All day. I meas

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First of all, alcohol is not a solution. You are not supposed to take alcohol when you have a medical condition like fatty liver. You can check your bp for 3 consecutive days and if it is high consult ...  Read More

Recently i got in a panic attack and anxiety felt like crying . I got married 4 months ago and from the last 1.5 months I'm feeling like this I'm not under any stress even though I don't overthink much.

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You are experiencing panic attacks and anxiety despite not having clear external stressors, which began after your recent marriage. ...  Read More

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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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 ...  Read More

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