May 26, 2012
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Dear Ask The Doctor: Hi i am 41 years old, i want to ask about a physical problem cocerning my breathing.i sometimes feel that i can't breath enough and that the oxygene i'm inhaling is little,i feel as if i was suffocating, and as if something is perching on my chest, at the same time i feel that the veins in my legs as if they were getting wider and this causes me to feel stressed, as if i want to get out of my skin. i don't know what is this feeling but it happens often when i'm sleeping causing insomnia to me. please can you help?i forgot to tell you that i'm in a very good health any i always practice sports. thanks. Dear Mirna: It could be that your symptoms are caused by a panic and/or anxiety disorder. You need to see your family physician for further in-depth history and examination. While they can be primary , there are also various conditions like thyroid problems which can lead to similar symptoms. I would advice you to get checked up thoroughly to rule out any organic cause. Treatment of panic disorder includes supportive psychothepary or some densensitization techniques. Also medications like benzodiazepenes can be prescribed. Doing some yoga and practicing relaxation techniques will help to relieve some of the distressing symptoms. I wish you well, take care. |
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