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Can chest tightness be caused by stress? i have been working long hours and when i wake up in the morning for a few hours my chest is very tight.
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Yes: Anxiety, acid reflux, ulcer or cardiac abnormality can cause the feeling if tightness. Talk to your pcp for possible work up.
Answered 1/4/2015
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