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I smoked weed a few months ago now i feel like i have to take deep breaths every few minutes or i get anxiety really bad. how do i fix this?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Not related: to the weed smoking, you may be hyperventilating and that also can be related to anxiety, or have some sort of phobic state , e.g claustrophobia, at any rate you may want to see your doctor for initial assessment and whether you need psychiatric input, wish you well

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 10/2/2018

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A member asked:

I smoked weed a few months ago now i feel like i have to take deep breaths every few minutes or i get anxiety really bad. how do i fix this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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