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I have been a long term on/off anxiety sufferer. Recently I have had palpitation sensations, never constant but weird when they happen. Kind of like a fluttering or exaggerated heart beat that I feel at the top of my chest towards my neck. I don't have any chest pain just this weird sensation. I just wanted to see how common this was with anxiety. Thanks for all responses.
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berkshiregirl
01-07-08, 08:42
i get this all the time sometimes feels like my heart will pop out of my mouth, is all anxiety but is soooooooooo weird
Hi Grover
This definitely sounds like anxiety so don't panic too much,I suffer from them all the time especially at night(read my post's they are many) I get a thump in my chest,and a horrible feeling in my throat near to where a man's adam apple would be-they are horrible. I do know what you are going through as they can make you feel quite anxious which results in them getting worse so it's a bit of a vicious circle. Try some relaxation techniques or have word with your gp as I take beta-blockers(are you on any meds?)he may prescribe something if you are getting worried.
Hope you are feeling ok at the moment anyway,have a nice day
Mothermac xxxx
Hey grover, i think youve been quite lucky to be a long time anx sufferer and got away with the palps until now :D !
Yes the flutters, bumps, missed beats, racing heart etc, are very unpleasent but are a 'normal' part of anxiety for many people. If its something youve never had before tho, it might be worth a mention to your doc just to reassure you. Are you on any new meds that might be making a difference to how you feel? A change of meds or taking them for the first time or stopping them can sometimes produce new symtoms. Otherwise i wouldnt worry too much. The docs never seem to be worried about them anyway!
Take care
Cathy xxx :)
ive always been a worryer, but since i had my baby that worry just exploded and i started to have panic attacks, i thought i was dying at first or having a heart attack because my heart was beating so fast.
The doctor said palpatations are usually a sign of anxity attacks and walking and breathing slowly can stop them.
i find walking around makes me feel better and slows my heart down and helps with the dizzyness.
Yes I have had anxiety for about 10 yrs now and its only recently I have started having palpatations, they are awful.
I am going to see my GP next week just to be sure but I am sure they are normal. Mine happen when I am relaxed, so strange, lol!
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