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Im feeling a slight tight chestedness beneath my lower left rib, & at night whilst falling asleep, it can sometimes feel a bit painful. im not thinking anxious thoughts, but could this be a physiological response to having a child or lockdown?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Not necessarily: Anxiety can lead to chest tightness but it is usually not to such a specific location. Muscle tightness may be felt in neck and head.

Answered 5/27/2020

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A member asked:

Im feeling a slight tight chestedness beneath my lower left rib, & at night whilst falling asleep, it can sometimes feel a bit painful. im not thinking anxious thoughts, but could this be a physiological response to having a child or lockdown?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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