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How Can Panic Attacks Leading To Numbness In Arms And Tightness In Chest Be Prevented?

I have been short of breath and having panic attack symptoms but I feel like I m going to have a heart attack as I get numbness in my right arm and hand and tightness in my chest. I am 25 years old and have had exams. Is this anything to worry about? And how can I prevent this?
Tue, 25 Feb 2014
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Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns

I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You know your anxiety levels and panic levels. Still you are worrying about it as if you are having a heart attack. I know. Tricky one. But, you know, you are not alone. There are lot of people out there with the same symptoms. It has become so common now a days ....

Don't worry. Anxiety is supposed to give you such chest tightness. Anxiety also gives numbness of hands. But ... all those are in your mind. True. That is the beauty of anxiety. Why are you getting anxious?

I can help you overcome this condition with the help of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). Please post a premium question with all details about you and I shall guide you through for a great future.

Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.
Good luck.
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How Can Panic Attacks Leading To Numbness In Arms And Tightness In Chest Be Prevented?

Dear Welcome to HCM We understand your concerns I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. You know your anxiety levels and panic levels. Still you are worrying about it as if you are having a heart attack. I know. Tricky one. But, you know, you are not alone. There are lot of people out there with the same symptoms. It has become so common now a days .... Don t worry. Anxiety is supposed to give you such chest tightness. Anxiety also gives numbness of hands. But ... all those are in your mind. True. That is the beauty of anxiety. Why are you getting anxious? I can help you overcome this condition with the help of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). Please post a premium question with all details about you and I shall guide you through for a great future. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.