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Im stuck if im experiencing anxiety or heart attack symptoms doctors telling me it may be anxiety i had ekgs done about a month ago but i just cant seem to stop worrying i have a pounding heart sometimes, i may get light headed, feeling in chest?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

You've had multiple ekg's and apparently all appeared normal. It is most likely your anxiety over your health. Thoughts like these can consume you. It may be best to consult with a therapist to work things out over these fears.

Answered 10/6/2022

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