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Anxiety? i often get a sensation in f a lump of mucous in my throat and cough and cough but never get anything up feels like choking but i can breathe

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Dr. Susan Feingold answered

anxiety checklist: take a look at my anxiety Checklist. Once you have ruled out medical issues with your PCP, you should consider working w a therapist on coping techniques and issues that may be causing your anxiety.

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Answered 12/3/2020

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A member asked:

Anxiety? i often get a sensation in f a lump of mucous in my throat and cough and cough but never get anything up feels like choking but i can breathe

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Feingold answered

Dr Ali agreed

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