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What Causes Recurring Feeling Of Heavy Chest And Shortness Of Breath?

I am about 10 days before my menstrual period and for the past 4 days I have had a thud feeling in my chest accompanied by a brief shortness of breath, these instances happen 1-2 times per day, usually around 11pm, only one being at 11am, this all lasts about maybe 5-10 seconds. I am experiencing no dizziness or pain. Ive cut back on all caffeine a few days ago to rule it out as the cause of the issue however Its still happenning, It all happens when im sitting on the couch calmly. Ive had issues with anxiety in the past, however these issues never happenned with my anxiety and I am currently under no stress
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have recurring feeling of heavy chest and shortness of breath . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like ear infection , condition like meniere's disease , food poisoning , heart problem or anxiety disorder . I would suggest you to stay calm , avoid bending forward , avoid food like nuts and sea food , drink plenty of fluid and drink green tea thrice a day . If condition doesn't get better then consult chest specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like chest x-ray , sputum test and take history . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like gentamycin , antiemetic drug , anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for heart problem .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Recurring Feeling Of Heavy Chest And Shortness Of Breath?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have recurring feeling of heavy chest and shortness of breath . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like ear infection , condition like meniere s disease , food poisoning , heart problem or anxiety disorder . I would suggest you to stay calm , avoid bending forward , avoid food like nuts and sea food , drink plenty of fluid and drink green tea thrice a day . If condition doesn t get better then consult chest specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like chest x-ray , sputum test and take history . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like gentamycin , antiemetic drug , anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for heart problem . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari