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Can't sleep. .feels like something is sitting on my chest and i can't breathe?
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Anxiety disorder: Is a subjective state of tension, apprehension, worry, uneasiness or fear. It may be related to anticipated danger or arise for no apparent reason. While mild episodes of anxiety are common and do not usually require treatment, more severe forms can be chronic and debilitating. Symptoms of severe anxiety: insomnia, chest pain, palpitations, tremors, and . Rec.: see you pcp for the referral.
Answered 4/25/2014
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