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I have anxiety but is something else wrong? feels like my whole throat is closed up and am not stressed abou anything what can it be?

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Check it out: I had the same experience when i was in medical school... And it turned out to be anxiety... But still you should go and see a doctor. I would suggest finding a good ear, nose and throat specialist.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/16/2019

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