Is shortness of breath with shortness of breath a symptom of heart disease?

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Question
Hello doctor,
My chest is difficult to breathe, breathing fast, when I scream, I feel pain in my chest. It's like something is pressing on my chest and I can't breathe. The doctor asked me if shortness of breath with shortness of breath is a symptom of heart disease? Thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Ngo Duc Manh - Cardiology Center, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Is shortness of breath with shortness of breath a symptom of heart disease? ", the doctor replied as follows:
According to the symptoms you describe, this symptom cannot be concluded as having cardiovascular disease. At your age, the incidence of cardiovascular disease is very low, the manifestations as you describe are not specific for cardiovascular diseases in young people. However, if symptoms recur many times, you need to see a specialist to rule out cardiovascular disease.
In addition, when stressed, anxious, when experiencing emotional problems, the body will also have abnormal expressions of breathing, abnormal sensations in the chest. To maintain a healthy cardiovascular condition, you should have a healthy lifestyle, diet, exercise regularly, avoid stress, psychological stress. In short, if symptoms persist, you should see a specialist to screen for real diseases and psychological and emotional problems, if any.
If you still have questions about shortness of breath with shortness of breath, you can go to a medical facility under Vinmec Health System for early examination and treatment. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wish you a lot of health.
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