I have been suffering from breathlessness for almost 2 years, thinking that it could be due to stress and lack of sleep and probably overeating at times. But now, it has worsen to the point of me getting acute chest pains / strain as I reach out my arms horizontally. I am also getting dizzy spells lately and my breathlessness is constant now. My hands would turn red, and my right arm would feel numb at times. Am I prone to getting a heart attack?
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of heart and lung related diseases is more likely. Stress can not cause such symptoms for 2 years. We must rule out coronary artery disease, heart failure and bronchitis in your case. So consult doctor and get done ECG, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test). All these are needed to diagnose cardiac cause for your symptoms. Also get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (pulmonary function test). These will be needed for bronchitis. You may need cardiac supportive Chat Doctor.  Don't worry, you will be alright. First diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.