Breathe., I can't? Options

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Ok, well, of course I can breathe, but I've had problems breathing since Monday. I really don't know why, and it's scaring the crap outta me.

But it's only when I'm thinking of something serious or when my heart starts beating really fast or when I'm nervous and scared.

I've been getting less than 5 hours a day since Sunday because of homework. And I've been a little stressed and slightly depressed lately.

Could it be anxiety or whatever? And if you think it is or if you know what it is, how do I stop this?

[ilauqh]

The same exact thing used to happen to me when I was younger.. I'd be stressed out and then would start to think that I couldn't breathe but really I could, just it was hard. When or if this happens to you again, just take deep breathes and it will go away in a couple of minutes. If you still are having issues see your doctor. He/she might have you breath for them and see if you have minimal asthma. If you do, he/she will probably give you an inhaler that's different than someone that has a more serious asthma. You can use this inhaler whenever you have difficulty breathing. In my case, I usually use it when I'm sick with bronchitis or just a cold.

edit: I didn't read that you were better. If you have problems breathing again, I guess you can take my advice. Glad your feeling better!