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35yrold (f), exp morning anxiety. could tightness in left shoulder/arm be caused by anxiety? took echocardiogram lst year, great results.maybe anxiety?
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Could be,: But has to be diagnosis of exclusion! see a cardiologist first, then a psychiatrist.
Answered 9/7/2013
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Possibly: It is certainly possible that your symptoms could be related to anxiety. However, it could be due to other issues such as inadequate coronary blood flow. It is best to discuss these symptoms with your physician.
Answered 7/16/2013
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