Constant shortness of breath/chest weakness anxiety?

[DaveT81]

Hi all,

I've had a lot of health issues over the last few years, culminating in a chronic breathing issue that has gradually gotten worse in the past 2 years.

Recently though, I had a slight improvement after under-taking some breathing exercises and using a 'Breather' device. But in the past 5-6 days, I feel like I've crashed again and my breathing has become worse.

My chest feels weak, sides are tight and almost sore, like I really need to stretch and I can feel myself breathing shallow, not at all satisfying breaths.

Has anybody else experienced worsening breathing, that is with you at all times, like literally 24/7, with anxiety?

I had no anxiety to begin with, but as my health issues progressed, the anxiety crept up on me gradually. So I'm not sure what is anxiety and what isn't anymore.

[Hidden]

It sounds like you need to see a doctor to sort out whats going on. With breathing trouble, go soon, dont ignore it. Let us know what you find out.

[DaveT81 in reply to Hidden]

Hi, thanks Hoski,

Yeah, it's a problem I've had for 2 years. Had all kinds of lung function tests and everything, which has shown no obvious cause.

I'm convinced the crux of my problems are neurological somehow, but yet to be able to prove it.

It's just got a bit worse in recent days and it's causing me to get very anxious!

I'm going to try and see my Dr again soon. I spoke to a GP at my GP surgery last month but they said that they can't see me right now, only virtual clinics, so referred me to speak to a councillor online.

[PT81]

Sounds like anxiety but you should contact your doctor so you can have some peace of mind. Constant worry can cause those symptoms you described.