Chest pain is not necessarily a symptom of panic attacks, but very often is, which is why so many people suffering panic attacks end up in the emergency room. There are different types of chest pain, but not all of them are a symptom of panic attacks. Indigestion pleurisy sore muscles, injured ribs, pinched nerves, angina and gall bladder or pancreas problems can also cause chest pain. The symptoms of some of these conditions can so perfectly mimic those of a heart attack, that only a 
doctor can determine the cause. Others have enough significant differences that you may not need to see a doctor.
Chest pain from panic attacks is located over the heart and is described as “sharp.” It increases with breathing in and out, and doesn’t usually last more than a few minutes. Applying pressure to the chest also makes the pain worsen. panic attacks can cause chest pains because when one feels threatened, adrenaline is automatically released to prepare the body for flight. Adrenaline speeds up the heart and breathing rates and causes muscles to contract. You may experience heart palpitations as well. The chest pains felt during panic attacks may also be caused by the release of stomach acids and indigestion.
The symptoms of panic attacks will positively respond to panic-control techniques. Deep breathing and relaxation exercises, switching the focus of thoughts to humorous or pleasant events or ideas, doing math problems or counting can all draw your attention away from the chest pain and other symptoms of panic attack, usually within a few minutes.
Understanding how panic attacks and chest pain work together and knowing the differences between anxiety chest pains and those caused by heart attack can save you from even more anxiety and unnecessary trips to the emergency room.
So don’t worry about both panic attacks and chest pain caused by panic attacks. They can be treated pretty effectively. If the chest pain is connected, then it should reduce or even go away as well. If a panic attack and chest pain link can safely be established, then you need to treat only one condition. If not, you’ll have to address them both. Make sure to tell your doctors all the medications you are taking. This will be helpful in getting the best care that you deserve.
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i get Panic Attacks when i am in a huge crowd of people or in front of lots of strangers. it is difficult to control panic attacks and i would usually have a shortness of breath when it happens.