Don't know what is wrong, need answers, please help!

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tkj1991

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I have had something going on in my life lately that is really freaking me out.
I am getting these bouts of breathlessness.
It happened again this morning just standing in line at the convenience store waiting to pay for gas. I have this smothering feeling that comes over me and within a few seconds I can't breathe. I am gasping for breath having to take really deep breaths but the air around me feels stale like there is no oxygen in the air. My heart starts pounding and I get really shaky.
I didn't even think I was going to be able to walk the few feet to my car and I was going to pass out. I got inside my car and relaxed and it went away just as fast as it had came on.
What in the **** is going on with me? I am so scared!
 
I don't know for sure but it sounds like a panic attack to me. I would read up on those and see if the symptoms are similar...sounds scary either way.
 
My first guess would be panic attack or hypotension, low blood pressure brought on by standing still - it's also called "parade faint". Some Rx medications can cause low BP.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007278.htm

You should see your doc to get a thorough check up - heart and lungs - to rule out any serious disorders first.
 
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