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Hi Jessica, I wanted to respond about the sharp pain, I too have been experiencing sharp pain just below my rib cage and up in the middle of it, sometimes it feels like a stabbing and sometimes it feels like a quick bolt of lightning that also goes into my upper chest and lower jaw. Do you notice that around the same time or just shortly after the pain that you burp alot or feel the need to? that is a good indicator or trapped gas air or mild heartburn. I believe we are more prone to stompach cramps, indigestion and heartburn because we are so anxious and tense all the time.
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Hi Terry / Sammi, I wanted to let you both know that I too have had those feelings of a "lump in my throat" that was making it very difficult to breathe. The more I thought about it - the worse it got. It is a very scary feeling - however - I get through it by coaching myself with breathing techniques and telling myself that it's only anxiety and it will go away. I was also wondering if anyone has experienced any abdominal pain with panic attacks. It has been very scary for me when I have had these symptoms - it is a sharp / aching pain in the middle of my chest right below my ribs. I immediately think there is something seriously wrong with me, but I am not sure if it is heartburn / anxiety or what??? Just curious if anyone has ever experienced this before? Thanks, Jessica
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Terry, Congrads on your upcoming marriage. Sounds like you did have a wonderful day! I wanted to let you know that I have experienced the lump in my throat as well. In fact it was one of the first symptoms I had years ago when my panic started. From what I understand, this is a pretty common thing that goes along with this disorder. I know it can be quite bothersome! I dont think you have anything to worry about, but you should still talk to your doctor and get his or her opinion. I just wanted you to know that you are not alone. Good Luck to you! Samantha
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Hi, I've been having this sensation throughout the day of the "lump in the throat." Nothing severe, breathing is fine, but it's been on and off for about a week. I had a stressful, but wonderful day last week, I proposed! Oh, and she said yes :)! Which is great, but this sensation is just strange to me because the "lump in the throat" was never my common panic symptom. Thanks, Terry

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