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That's EXACTLY what my anxiety attacks feel like. And the problem is you feel like you aren't breathing so you freak out more and make it even worse. Try to take ten slow deep breaths and tell yourself this is mental and not physical and you are going to be OK. Sit in a dark room with some low music on and try your best to relax. Then make an appointment to see a doc ASAP to talk about coping mechanisms and possibly medication. I started using Xanax as needed and it really helped me.

That sounds a lot like a panic attack to me Those are some of the scariest feelings and I hope that it passes quickly for you. Along with some breathing exercises, also try some progressive muscle relaxation (http://www.amsa.org/healingthehealer/musclerelaxation.cfm). This can be helpful when working through an attack.

I get heartburn that feels like that, which then causes a panic attack. When I feel it I just try to burp and it usually goes away. It's weird.