> > I have also experienced the tightening around my neck and ribs, but not the > other symptoms. I wonder if it could possibly be a tightening of the muscles > in the throat, etc...? > Rosemary Russell (49, 2 1'2) Feelings of discomfort in the front of the neck and the throat should always be brought to the attention of a physician - they signal possible cardiovascular disease. ------ Regards Mary Ann