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Mysterious shortness of breath: What has helped you?

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@kperry

I had a panic attack from not being able to get a deep breath Sept 11th. Everyday since has been pure hell. I have a 7 year old daughter who desperately needs her mother back. I’ve never felt so alone and scared. I worry about being able to get a deep breath 24/7. Blood work came back clean. I asked for a chest X-ray. They say anxiety but I just have this nagging feeling I cannot shake. Anyone who is willing to text private message me. It would bring me so much comfort to have someone who understands and believes me.

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jorgeolmedom | @jorgeolmedom | Nov 19, 2020

Hi KPerry. I understand that feeling is terrifying, but believe me, it will go away.
The first time I experienced that was in July this year. I had been having problems with my throat and taking pills I was alole in my bedroom when I suddently felt I was not breathing normally and I went into panic inmediately. I ran to the shower to see If I had some relief but I didnt. Since I had been sick for several days and thinking on Covid 19 syptoms, I ran to the hospital and they said It was not related to that. After two-three hours the sensation was gone. It comes back since once or twice a month and I still get terrified but I have leart to live with that.
Please, hang on there! with the mercy of god, we will get better
my best wishes

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Nov 20, 2020

@kperry- I'd also like to welcome you to Mayo Connect. I understand the sense of panic and its domino effect. Unless your lips turn blue rest assured that you are getting enough oxygen. I certainly believe you! I doubt that anyone in this group thinks that this is all made-up. And you are not alone, that's why I'm so happy that you found this group and posted on it! We are a community of patients helping others.

Let me ask a couple of questions. Do you have acid reflux at all? Has your doctor offered you any medications?

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