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Had shortness of breath told it was anxiety does settle at times, goes away but if i start to worry slightly it starts straight away bad again normal?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Not normal..: It sounds like you are having panic attacks with hyperventilation. There is medication to control your anxiety and relieve these symptoms. See your Dr.

Answered 5/7/2016

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A member asked:

Had shortness of breath told it was anxiety does settle at times, goes away but if i start to worry slightly it starts straight away bad again normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

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