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What Causes Choking Sensation And Pressure In The Head While Suffering From Anxiety?
I have a feeling of needing oxygen with tightness in my throat and pressure in head. I have been diagnosed with anxiety disorder but also have an inhaler and a diagnosis of tachycardia. It has happened a couple times recently only when lying down but this time I am at work at my desk. Any ideas please help.
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If all other areas of your health is alright, then the problem has to be related to your anxiety. Do talk to your physician or therpist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand
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What Causes Choking Sensation And Pressure In The Head While Suffering From Anxiety?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If all other areas of your health is alright, then the problem has to be related to your anxiety. Do talk to your physician or therpist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand