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Persistent urge to take a deep breath /shortness of breath. iron deficient but not anemic...is that the reason? episodes of tachycardia. thyroid heart and lungs cleared. do suffer from anxiety disorder. struggling to find explanation

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Heart rhythm: Should be investigated as well, specifically arrhythmias, Holter monitor or a loop recorder if not done. Anxiety is always part of it, but all possible medical conditions should be thoroughly ruled out.

Answered 5/31/2020

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A member asked:

Persistent urge to take a deep breath /shortness of breath. iron deficient but not anemic...is that the reason? episodes of tachycardia. thyroid heart and lungs cleared. do suffer from anxiety disorder. struggling to find explanation

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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