Anxiety is a common mental health condition under which body naturally responds to challenging conditions such as fear, stress, or perceived threats. If anxiety comes very often or persists even after the situation is over, it can lead to anxiety disorder.

It is normal to feel anxious or nervous in some stressful situations such as before an interview, a big presentation or while decision making. But, people with severe anxiety experience physical symptoms like shortness of breath, sweatiness, chest pain that make the person feel unable to escape from the situation or get help. There are different types of anxiety disorder like social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder and others.

It is important to discuss your concerns with your health care provider to manage the symptoms of anxiety.