How can I treat chest pain caused by depression?
I’m going through a really hard time in a relationship and I’m becoming depressed. I’m aware that chest pain can be caused by depression or anxiety and I’m 100% sure this is the cause of the tightness and heaviness in my chest. Do you know of any way to alleviate it (preferably without having to spend much/any money)? Since this is a psychosomatic symptom, can relief only be achieved on a psychological level?
I get chest pains due to anxiety. First I was thoroughly checked out by my doctor and she determined it’s anxiety, not my heart. Then I got a prescription for Ativan 2 mg which I take at the onset of chest pain - not every day because it’s addictive. That works for me. Good luck!
October 3rd, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Go to your doctor and confirm that it’s not a physical problem. Assuming it’s not, work on stress and anxiety reduction techniques - deep breathing, meditation, exercise, etc. Also, if the relationship doesn’t improve, get out of it.
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October 3rd, 2009 at 8:31 pm
I get chest pains due to anxiety. First I was thoroughly checked out by my doctor and she determined it’s anxiety, not my heart. Then I got a prescription for Ativan 2 mg which I take at the onset of chest pain - not every day because it’s addictive. That works for me. Good luck!
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October 3rd, 2009 at 8:39 pm
Dear chest pain, My opinion is this isn’t depression,this is a physical problem that is required to see a doctor or health care provider so he can rule out whether this physical or mental depression,so he can properly diagnose your situation.
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