Is it normal to feel physical pain in the body when suffering with anxiety?
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Moderated by Danielle Johnson, MSED, Community mental Health Counseling, LMHC
Updated: Aug 24, 2020
caringSmiles20
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Jan 16, 2015
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You might feel physical pain due to anxiety. It is not abnormal. Not always physical pain is seen during anxiety. One should always confirm the reason of physical pain from doctor.
Anonymous
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Feb 14, 2015
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It differs from case to case. But we're not professionals so you must consult a doctor to address this issue.
Lovekensa
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Apr 11, 2015
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Of course, your muscles tense up, you feel it after you begin to relax. Stomach camps are common too.
Gummysnacksandgatorade
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Apr 29, 2015
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A lot of people report chest pain when having a panic attack, which is why sometimes they confuse it for a heart attack. I had chest pain the first time I had a panic attack.
ambershae
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Jun 12, 2015
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YES! Anxiety affects the whole body, not just the mind. Some of the general physical signs of anxiety are racing heart, difficulty breathing, and sweating. Some people have different symptoms. Anxiety affects everyone in different ways, so watch your own symptoms to see what is normal for you.
PeaceOfMind22
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Jun 29, 2015
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Our mind affects the body and vise versa....Having any sort of mental stress can affect the body.So yes, anxiety can cause body pain
Anonymous
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Aug 25, 2015
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Yes! Deep breathing and concentrated muscle tense/release exercises can help fight off the physical symptoms of anxiety!
Anonymous
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Aug 31, 2015
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It's quite common to feel physical pain when suffering from anxiety such as heart palpitations. It's better to go to a professional to seek medical help and advise on how to manage it.
Leeozzz
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Sep 14, 2015
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For me it's very normal. From what I understand the mind and the body have such a close connection that any really strong feeling or emotion will show in both.
Anonymous
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Sep 16, 2015
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Yes, a lot of the side affects have to do with suffering physically. (ex: stomach aches, migraines/headaches, ect.)
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