Breathing problems

[vnb80]

I can’t take a deep breath and it feels like my ribs are aching, has anyone experienced this


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[unicorndusy]

Hey there,

Yes, I have had this and continue to have it on my worst days. It makes me feel like absolute rubbish and panics me like there's no tomorrow. Let's just say I'm fed up of it but I'm trying to accept there's nothing I can do about it :mad: Have you tried breathing exercises? I feel that they can help a lot when you breath with your tummy and not your chest - this can cause really bad pain. Do not google or anything - all sorts of scary things will come up which chances are, I have read before numerous times and have them burned into my anxious mind. Hope the feeling goes away soon but just know it is a very common anxiety symptom. Take care

[abh27]

Yes, this is an anxiety symptom. I get it too. Just know that you can control this. Your mind is telling you that you need more air, not your lungs. Keep distracted and when you feel you need to take a deep breath don't, and it goes away when you take control.