Tight chest

[BurkeyBabyNo1]

i feel really tight cheated today. It's not the first time. I am pretty sure it's due to being anxious/stressed. I feel lightheaded and have the flashing lights in my eyes. I thought that was normal for pregnancy. Am 22 +6. Bloods are normal and so is my blood pressure. Is this normal? I would call my community midwife but I can never get hold of her, I'll leave a message and she never gets back to me.

Hi Burkey,

If you are aware of being anxious and having a tight chest then as you say it probably is just that. The more you monitor how you are feeling and think about how tight your chest is the worse it can get (this is the sort of pattern that can lead to panic attacks).

Try and immerse yourself in an activity that will require your full attention and see if distraction helps.

Just in case, also have a think about if you have come into contact with anything like a new fabric conditioner or eaten anything unusual that you might be having a mild reaction to. As I say, it sounds like you've had this before and it is anxiety, but if you think it might be anything else then contact your GP if you can' get hold of your midwife.

good luck!

Flashing lights can be a sign of pre eclampsia. Get yourself checked out ASAP!