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Posted 10/6/2012 11:40 PM (GMT 0)
For those who get fluttering In the chest area I was wondering if when you guys get it is it right in the middle of the chest and if anyone knows why that happens also is it ever followed by shortness of breath for any of you guys please reply NEED ANSWERS
Posted 10/7/2012 12:30 AM (GMT 0)
Yes I get it. Can be scary but I've learned that anxiety presents itself with a myriad of strange physical sensations. I remind myself that is what it is and deep breathe and carry on with something I want to enjoy.
Posted 10/7/2012 1:44 AM (GMT 0)
Hi IPAL,

Just to be on the safe side...did I read correctly that all of your tests came back okay? (EKG and the holter)

If so, and considering the fact that you are young and otherwise healthy...then you can safely assume that this is just another anxiety symptom.

Both palpitations and shortness of breath can be anxiety related...but of course they can also be red flags for more serious issues...so be glad that you have been checked out by your doctor recently.

Try to put your focus on breathing and relaxation exercises when this happens...and not on worry.smile (like cartman said!)

S.C.
Posted 10/9/2012 2:46 AM (GMT 0)
Yea everything came back allright thank God the blood work as well its just you.guysknow how anxiety makes your mind play.tricks on yourself
Posted 10/9/2012 3:06 AM (GMT 0)
I get the same thing. I've never had a 24-hour monitor or anything but I've had EKGs and they've always shown a regular heartbeat. The fluttering only happens to me probably a few times a month but it seems to happen two or three days in a row when it does. I think it's just when my heart gets a little too fast... my pulse is usually on the quick side.
Posted 10/9/2012 2:42 PM (GMT 0)
Yes!!!

Sadly, panic presents itself with some very frightening and very real physical reactions.

The feelings in the chest are causing the shortness of breath I am sure. I will become breathless in a matter of half a second if I experience any kind of chest discomfort, and therefore it is hard to decipher which comes first and if it is linked.

I know how incredibly hard to remain relaxed when panicking but try and keep repeating 'I am fine, it's nothing' etc etc and hopefully it will pass...

LP
Posted 10/11/2012 4:13 PM (GMT 0)
Hi I'm new to this forum. I an a 37 year old male and I'm having a really bad time looking up the internet I'm convinced I have a heart problem or cancer. I've been getting chest tightness and mild pain in breast bone area. My doc sounded me and said he was sure it was anxiety related. I have been worrying a lot for several months . I can manage to run a bit and work with no added pain. I've read up on Angina and cancer and I'm scared. Thoughts?
Posted 10/11/2012 4:44 PM (GMT 0)
Hi dastipe and welcome!

I am sorry that you are dealing with the health anxiety issues right now. It is a pretty common theme around here...so know that you are not alone.smile

I am glad that you are under a doctor's care, as this is a good first step to take. Anxiety can mimic many physical things, and ruling them out is important...

...however, if the anxiety persists even after you have been given a good report by your doctor, then you may need to consider getting some help for the anxiety itself.

First of all, know that looking things up on Google search will only feed the worry. Avoid doing this, and put your time and energy into treating the anxiety instead.

For example, spending 10-15 minutes twice a day on breathing and relaxation exercises (find links to these in our Resource Guide, main page/1st post) will help to reduce stress and symptoms!

You may also want to talk to your doctor about medication and/or therapy, both of which are excellent treatment options.

Keep posting here with us as well. We understand and are here to support. (consider starting your own thread of introduction...this way more people will recognize you as a new member and welcome you!)

Talk to you soon.

Scaredy Cat
Posted 10/11/2012 5:47 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, we can sympathize with your feelings in your chest. I call those small panic attacks. When I have a major panic attack, I am gasping for breathe and feel like I am suffocating. I try so hard when I know its closing up my throat to stop it. I am so scared if I am alone when it happens. Im usually very upset about something and want to cry, but the attack takes over. i want to always assure people, after having these for many years, that I did not pass out and was able to talk myself out of it. Its great if you are with someone to help you tho, to talk to you and helping you focus and breath right. I always urge people that if you have severe chest pain along with the panic to go to hosp. or your doctor. I am in a situation right now that is causing me very bad anxiety, and its hard as heck to keep myself steady and breathing right. You have friends here, and I find great strength from this forum.
Posted 10/11/2012 10:16 PM (GMT 0)
I can definitely relate!! Occasionally I have this same feeling, and I also get a brief second where its as if my breath is "cut off", its honestly the only way I know how to describe it. My heart takes off and I go into a panic. Its happened a handful of times and I still go into a full panic everytime. I have been okay every time but it is soo hard to tell myself that in the moment!
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