I've had this problem for over 40 years....on and off....on again now... I was always told it was sighing resperation, panic disorder. I was under control for many years, but since Thursday, they are full blown again. Can't take deep breaths, can't yawn and it lasts for ours even after taking a tranquilizer. Called an ambulance on Friday and they found nothing wrong with me. I am not in a constant state of panic. My doctor just changed my meds. Took me off of Prozaz and Klonopin and switched me to Zoloft and Valium. Had an ekg a couple of months ago and it was within normal limits. I just made an appointment to see a cardiologist just to make sure my heart is okay. I am 58 years old. HELP!