shortness of breath and dry throat

[waterchild]

ive been having shortness of breath and dry throat, i get winded from things like walking across my apartment, could this be from anxiety? i went to the dr for dry throat, i thought my throat was closing and she couldnt find what was wrong with me. any ideas? i do not excersise at all, i sit most of the day

[waterchild]

thanks,

[mammo]

Then it probably is your anxiety, but any time a new problem arises have it checked out by your doctor to be on the safe side.  Good that you have such a good sense of humor about it!  Take care....

[waterchild]

i have had horribl  panic attacks my whole life, and i walways think something is wrong with me, rright now i can admit i think its just anxiety, but in 5 minutes i will probably start flipping out thinking im dying again! :D i amuse myself with my craziness

[mammo]

Before assuming it is anxiety, see you GP and get a physical to rule out any other causes for your symptoms.  Did you tell your doctor about the shortness of breath, and if so what did she say? Anxiety can manifest itself in us in many ways and varying degrees, but you need to rule out other health issues first.  If it turns out to be anxiety, do come back, as this is where you will find a lot of support and understanding.