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Have severe health anxiety. everytime i get scared/startled i get this weird feeling down my left arm. goes away in seconds. i am scared it's my heart. been checked in the past every time is fine. still worried about heart with this symptom.
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Anxiety focused on: health issues suggests a POSSIBLE phobia or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Please see a mental health professional for diagnosis and treatment. Please don't use medication only. Therapy can be more long-lasting and empowering. Peace and good health.
Answered 7/2/2018
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