I'm dealing with an itchy throat and a tight feeling in my chest for the past four months. I've tried acidity meds, but nothing seems to work. I'm wondering if spondylitis could be causing these issues. I also feel like my anxiety has ramped up because of the whole COVID situation, which might be making it worse. And sometimes, it feels like I can't take deep breaths properly. Could you please give me some advice?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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no spondylitis will not cause above symptoms, take steam inhalation

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Answered 04/07/2025

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