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My chest hurts sometimes my doctor said that it hurts because of hyperventilation.. and that i don't have to worry.. can somebody clarify and help?
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Paper bag "cure": Hyperventilation is when you breathe more than your body needs, usually out of anxiety. Unfortunately the resulting dizziness (& sometimes other symptoms like chest aching) adds to the anxiety, creating a vicious cycle. It's not serious. To break the cycle, try breathing in & out of a small paper bag, eg, a lunch bag. Re-breathing the same air eases the symptoms. And try not to over-breathe.
Answered 4/23/2016
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Anxiety: Chest pain could be a symptom of anxiety. Hyperventilation is also symptom of anxiety. Reassurance and may be a mild anxiolytics may help.
Answered 12/9/2013
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