Very heavy chest - panicking!!!

[Jo3016]

I have had a cold for the last week or so (not swine flu as no temperature!!!). This has mostly presented itself with a bunged up feeling in my nose, face and throat. In the last couple of days, I have had a cough and my chest feels really heavy and tight. This is making me panic and take deep breaths and sigh, gasp and clear my throat all the time.

I think this is making me worse. I don't know if these symptoms are caused by illness or anxiety. I can't stop taking really deep breaths and it is making my chest hurt more and also making me feel dizzy. I am also really really thirsty. Even after a pint of water, my mouth feels dry!! HELP!!!

[pammy1944]

awwww jo ......you really are in the wars !........I think that maybe the deep breathing is making you feel dizzy ( like hyperventiating) so I think its a combo of your chill and the way you are breathing ...........anxiety will make your mouth dry also ...........good luck and dont worry