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I have a problem everyday when i have hormonal anxiety i pause when i breathe like i stop breathing then start breathing again and its during the everyday. at night my jaws start clenching. is this anxiety ? ideas

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possibly: This may well be related to anxiety. However, if you are having breathing issues, it is also important to rule out any underlying medical causes.

Answered 6/1/2020

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