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Pain On Upper Middle Chest, Anxiety According To Doctor. Treatment?
Hi!since from couple of week i m having pain on the upper middle chest.it pain only when i stretch my arm back or if i bend down and sit in an uncomfortable pose and my heart was pounding fast usaully at my bed time .i went to doctor he recommend an X ray test for me but the result was normal.according to my symptom he told me i am having aniexity.he pescribe me some medicine and i am taking it but the result is same.now i dont know i m worried about my health will get more worse.need your suggestion.
Fri, 4 Oct 2013
Hello,
welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Anxiety disorders can manifest not only with psychological symptoms but with a variety of physical symptoms also like: Tingling, numbness, hot and cold sensations, palpitation, chest heaviness, choking sensation, tremors (shakiness) etc.
In history you mentioned that, you had already evaluated by physician and tests are fine, then he suspected anxiety for cause of current symptoms. Excessive health worry is also a symptom of anxiety.
For long term control of anxiety following measures are helpful: relaxation exercise, medicines like SSRIs and non drug treatment like CBT. It is better to get evaluated by psychiatrist and start treatment accordingly.
In food avoid or take minimally caffeine containing items which increases anxiety like: Tea, coffee and cold drinks.
Same time do some relaxation exercise like daily brisk walk, yoga and breathing exercise, which will help you in fast recovery.
Wish you good health and all the best.
Regards,
Dr Ashish Kumar Mittal
www.99doctor.com
welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Anxiety disorders can manifest not only with psychological symptoms but with a variety of physical symptoms also like: Tingling, numbness, hot and cold sensations, palpitation, chest heaviness, choking sensation, tremors (shakiness) etc.
In history you mentioned that, you had already evaluated by physician and tests are fine, then he suspected anxiety for cause of current symptoms. Excessive health worry is also a symptom of anxiety.
For long term control of anxiety following measures are helpful: relaxation exercise, medicines like SSRIs and non drug treatment like CBT. It is better to get evaluated by psychiatrist and start treatment accordingly.
In food avoid or take minimally caffeine containing items which increases anxiety like: Tea, coffee and cold drinks.
Same time do some relaxation exercise like daily brisk walk, yoga and breathing exercise, which will help you in fast recovery.
Wish you good health and all the best.
Regards,
Dr Ashish Kumar Mittal
www.99doctor.com
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