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Im under an intense amount of stress acute and long term, my carotids feel so enlarged that i feel like im being choked what does this mean?

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Muscular: The anxiety and stress are causing marked tensing of the neck musculature giving you the feeling of pressure and swelling. Discuss this with your physician who will evaluate you and then recommend antianxiety treatment that could consist of tranquilizers and/or stress management psychotherapy.

Answered 11/8/2014

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Stress: Relax and try to meditate. deep breathing to help relax. Please get the help from your family and MD for the Stress

Answered 11/9/2014

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