Can anxiety cause sore arms and chest caused by a heart problem?

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  • Dr. Doctuo

    Anxiety and stress can cause many symptoms , including stomach pain , head and chest . Anxiety attacks can mimic symptoms of a heart attack (chest pain , arm pain , shortness of breath , impending doom , etc. . ) And the best thing to do is go to the ER for a medical evaluation immediately. If a full assessment is negative, which usually involve a cardiologist , you should see your doctor to discuss the possibility of having anxiety.

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