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If tight feeling in chest is due to anxiety would it go if drunk?

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Maybe. Alcohol: does lower anxiety for many, but paradoxically, sets off anxiety for others. Check out the chest tightness with a medical doctor first, and then look into treatment for anxiety. If you are medically OK, look at: http://www.psychologyproductsandservices.com/page2.html

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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