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A 27-year-old male asked:

Stress and or anxiety is preventing me from belly breathing. when i really try to belly breathe a lot of stick mucus comes up and my chest is tight.

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Dr. Judith Tellerman
Dr. Judith Tellermananswered
Clinical Psychology 43 years experience
DIAGNOSIS: Please consult with a Doctor as soon as possible about your congestion. You could go to a Primary Care Provider or the soonest may be to the ER.
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