Neck/Throast tightness

[Irene5]

I am a 52 year old female, not overweight, do not smoke. Father died of diabetes/heart disease.  Since before Christmas I have been experiencing  a very uncomfortable tightness on the left side of my neck, deep within, that sometimes migrates to the center of my throat, also deep within.  The last 3 days I have developed "heartburn" and indigestion, something I've never had except during pregnancy.  These 2 symtoms are of concern to me.  I currently have Parvovirus, which was found in bloodwork. My primary care wants me to go for allergy tests because I haven't been feeling well, and had a hard time fighting bronchitis during the fall (alsom uncharacteristic.).  Should I pursue  a cardiologist visit?  I have this concern of "jumping the gun" and self-diagnosing, but on the other hand, if these are heart symptoms.... Thank you.

[sugarpea013]

I wouldn't necessarily say they are cardiac related yet. Have you been under a large ammount of stress? Especially with this starting near the holidays. A major symptom of stress is a tightness in the throat/difficulty swallowing or a feeling of a lump in the throat. Also maybe you should have your thyroid checked?

Wish you the best of luck!

[sugarpea013]

oops didn't mean to post twice. Also wanted to mention that people who are stressed complain of indigestion/heartburn quite frequently.

[sugarpea013]

I wouldn't necessarily say they are cardiac related yet. Have you been under a large ammount of stress? Especially with this starting near the holidays. A major symptom of stress is a tightness in the throat/difficulty swallowing or a feeling of a lump in the throat. Also maybe you should have your thyroid checked?

Wish you the best of luck!