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Anxiety causes 85-110 bpm heart rate. i try and relax but cannot i have an ocd with checking heart rate and blood pressure. how can i break the cycle?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Work in therapy: Work hard in therapy with an illness anxiety experienced CBT provider. It will take patience and trust, but you can do it. This is a habit you can break. Try it!

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Answered 1/23/2015

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