is this anxiety symptoms?

[summer7799]

Hi, I'm new here. Just have a question, need some advice. I have been having fluttering in my chest a lot and finally went to a cardiologist. He had me wear a monitor for 24 hours. Said it showed a very high amount of skipped heartbeats. Wants me to come back for an echocardiogram. I'm feeling tightness and pressure in my chest, which makes it hard to take a deep breath. It's a horrible feeling! My question is, does this sound like anxiety symptoms? The echocardiogram should show if its a heart problem, but my Dr said it could be anxiety. Any comments are appreciated!

[summer7799]

Thank u for responding. The Cardio gave me Klonopin to take for now while I wait to do the echocardiogram. He said if I do have anxiety, this will help. He said not to take it every day, only when I feel the symptoms (but I feel the symptoms every day!) It sounds like a very strong drug, its used for seizures! Have u ever heard of Klonopin?

[mammo]

Although anxiety can and does cause these types of symptoms you need to continue with your cardiologist for now.  If he finds that your heart is okay then it's time to address your anxiety.  It's mind boggling that anxiety can create such severe symptoms but it does. If it turns out to be anxiety, please let us know so we can offer support and advice.  We're always here for you and understand.