Beaverton, OR
A 26-year-old female asked:
Mallory-weiss tear from vomiting. doc said ok but 4 days later have stomach/chest pain trouble breathing. have panic disorder too, anxiety symptoms?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Dan Fisheranswered
Internal Medicine 28 years experience
Mallory Weiss: Most mw tears are indeed minor and self limited. They will heal without any help as long as you can keep from vomiting. Continued or worsening pain might prompt a relook. Anxiety could certainly make your symptoms more noticeable.
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Last updated Mar 26, 2013
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