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I feel sometime special in the morning when i breathe i cough hitch etch breath aftar go away could be anxious because i have gad? i haven't senc long

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes, GAD can: Trigger a fear of not getting enough breath. If you doc has ruled out a medical cause, a psychologist can be very helpful. I see that you also smoke. That may contribute to the situation and the psychologist can help there also. The very best to you.

Answered 4/1/2014

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A member asked:

I feel sometime special in the morning when i breathe i cough hitch etch breath aftar go away could be anxious because i have gad? i haven't senc long

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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