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What Is The Cause Of Tightness Of Chest, GERD And Anxiety?

23 yo; male - Over the last six months I have been experiencing sporadic chest tightness/spasms. Initially it was diagnosed as esophageal spasms due to GERD and anxiety, but the results of my endoscopy all came back normal. I've also had two EKGs and blood work performed all coming back normal when I thought it was something cardiac-related. Additionally, I have also been given an inhaler that doesn't seem to have an affect.

When these episodes occur I feel like my body undergoes a huge wave of adrenaline. Now I feel like my body is on constant alarm, and it's starting to really wear on me.

Any idea what could be causing this?
Tue, 24 Oct 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
In my opinion, your all symptoms are due to stress and anxiety.
No need to worry for heart diseases or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) as EKGs and upper GI scopy are normal.
Better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions.
Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution.
You may need anxiolytic drugs too.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Is The Cause Of Tightness Of Chest, GERD And Anxiety?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, your all symptoms are due to stress and anxiety. No need to worry for heart diseases or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) as EKGs and upper GI scopy are normal. Better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don t worry, you will be alright. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.