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My palpitations are sometimes feeling like airway is tightened wen they happen for a sec. should i get second opinion 4heart disease? i hav anxiety 2.

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Airway?: Check with a pulmonologist. You may have asthma.

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 5/1/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Chest pains: Regardless if is due to anxiety, pain in your chest and "airway is tightened" is a serious medical condition. It is always a red flag and appointment with your pcp is warranted. Rec.: see your pcp for further investigation or referral to cardiologist. Take care.

Dr Bansal and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/2/2014

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