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What can be causing throat tightness stress/anxiety?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Throat: Certainly. If you are under a lot stress this can occur. But if it is going on for a while, wouldn't be a bad idea to be checked.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Throat tightness: There are many possible causes for throat tightness, including medication side effects, drugs, as well as multiple other conditions. Anxiety can manifest in physical symptoms such as chest pressure/pain; throat tightness and choking sensation; rapid shallow breathing; nausea; dizziness; numbness & tingling, and many more. Working with your primary care doctor may provide personal answers.
Answered 9/28/2016
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