1 Peau d'orange is often associated with inflammatory breast cancer, which refers to cancer that involves the skin's network of small lymphatic channels (similar to blood vessels). 2  Mastitis (breast infection) can have a similar appearance. 3  Warmth, pain, or redness of the skin.
Few people are taught that chest pressure can be caused by anxiety, but in reality it's one of the main symptoms of anxiety attacks. Not everyone experiences pressure. Some people experience chest pains (both sharp and dull). Others experience this feeling as though their heart is being squeezed.
Things that can fill the alveoli include pus (from an infection), blood (from lung hemorrhage) or fluid (like from heart problems). The alveoli can also collapse--known as atelectasis. Your doctor can help diagnose these conditions--sometimes needing a x-ray. (3) Anxiety can cause the heavy sensation. (4) Heart disease can cause the lungs to feel heavy. There are many other causes, but these are some of the more common. I would strongly recommend you see your doctor. Good luck.