Is it normal to feel like my heart is going to burst out of my chest?

Short answer, no. It could be a sign of any number of things and if you are having an abnormal increased heart rate and/or chest pain, then you really should see a doctor or get to a hospital as soon as possible just to rule out a heart attack or any heart issue. It is possible the feeling is coming just from stress or anxiety as well and it's something else you should look into and talk over with your doctor. If it ends up just being stress or anxiety, then it's probably time to work on trying to cut back or eliminate some things in your life causing the issue.

It seems like that description could be a symptom of a panic attack or extreme anxiety. The feeling of having your heart burst out of your chest occurs when you are going through an emotionally taxing moment, that you start to unexpectedly panic. However, it's not normal. Palpitations and panic attacks need to be given the utmost care and concern, mainly because the individual going through such situations feel completely helpless and it could cause complications with their general health. If you do experience this, it would be highly recommended to try and focus on your breathing first. Breathe steadily until your heart can get under control, to some extent. It would also be recommended to visit a therapist if the panic attacks persist. Take care.

Are you feeling a huge bout of anxiety, terror, or anger? Does your heart feel like this when you are in a particular emotional state? Aggravating emotions can feel like an enormous pressure cooker inside your body -- your chest feels constricted, your heart beats fast. Sometimes, we experience a lot of symptoms due to stress for a few days or weeks which we can adjust on our own. If you are experiencing pain due to anxiety and emotional triggers, you may consider deep breathing and meditation, or activities that can help take your mind off things like talking to other people (friends, family, therapists, or anyone who cares and can be there for you). However, if you are suffering from a physical injury, an infection, or serious physical condition (rather than just emotional triggers), you may want to see a doctor and seek medical attention. A rapid and erratic heartbeat can be a tell-tale sign of something more serious -- Atrial Fibrillation is an irregular and often rapid heart rate that can increase your risk of strokes, heart failure and other heart-related complications. Diabetes may also be another trigger for odd symptoms. A doctor can run tests to see if there's anything there. I would listen to my body if I were you, and consider whether I am experiencing: - A rapidly pounding or erratic heartbeat - Shortness of breath - Inability to sleep - Intense sensations - other physical symptoms like a cough or pain in other areas (e.g. neck, throat, mouth, hands, arms) Whether they are normal or not, your body conditions will tell you whether something is throwing you off balance. Remember to take care of yourself. You know your symptoms best, so I hope you'll stay mindful of them, and don't take the risk of assuming things are fine when they don't feel that way!

This is one of the symptoms of anxiety/panic attacks. I had suffered from panic attacks in the past and used to feel exactly the same whenever I came in contact with the triggering factors in any way. I used to feel as if either my heart would burst out of pain or it would stop beating all of a sudden. This feeling was followed by difficulty breathing in my case. I believe that anxiety and panic attacks occur differently for different people. I knew one of my friends who after a break up suffered panic attacks each time they missed their ex. For them, it was like rapid heartbeats, choking sensation in the throat, they also used to shiver a lot as if sitting on a big ice cube. Some of the useful self-help activities include - Exercising, diaphragmatic breathing, relaxation techniques such as guided imagery exercises, mindfulness, Exposure Therapy - Where a person exposes themselves to the triggering situation and learn to stay calm by practising it frequently. It is strongly recommended to visit a doctor if symptoms are unbearable; cannot be controlled by self-care activities; becomes worse or is experienced frequently by an individual. Wishing you the best!

It sounds to me like you're talking about having a 'racing heart', which can be caused by having a panic attack or possibly an anxiety attack. I'd recommend contacting your doctor, they can refer you to get a diagnosis if needed.

well i would say sometimes it is normal but sometimes it is not. It is normal to feel that way if you are anxious or maybe sad. However, it should not always feel that way, and if it does i think it would be a good idea to see a doctor about it because there may be an underlying problem. From my personal experience i have had the feeling as if my chest was going to burst, i felt this feeling when my bf and i broke up, i was constantly down and crying. it only lasted a week or so and then went away.