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How do i stop having anxiety? i feel anxious 2 or 3 times a day. have trouble laying in bed to sleep... when i lay down, i do not feel a can get a full breath. this makes even more anxious. i have a diarrhea every 2 days help!
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General : General medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism can cause similar symptoms. Consult you primary care doctor and tell him your symptoms. There may be a straight forward "cure" to your problems.
Answered 10/3/2016
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If : If breathing/ relaxation techniques don't work, and avoiding caffeine, stimulants, and stress doesn't work, you may have medical problems like high thyroid, or psychological conditions such as generalized anxiety or panic. Next step, see your doctor, for a thorough evaluation and to determine if blood tests are needed. Your doctor may refer you to counseling or therapy or psychiatry, or may prescribe medication called ssri or ssnri , or benzodiazepines, after discussing the relative risks and side effects with you.
Answered 10/4/2016
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