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I have GERD and have recently experienced palpatations which caused me to feel a little lightheaded.
It seems to happen when I have a lot of gas in my stomach.
Has anyone else experienced this?
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debra27175 rhonda59974
Posted
I have Palpitations too I am not sure if mine are connected to silent reflux, I have wondered about this as well
rhonda59974 debra27175
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Thankyou Debra. Have you mentioned them to your doctor at all?
debra27175 rhonda59974
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No I have not been to a doctor in a long time
rhonda59974 debra27175
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Hi Debra
I've just talked to someone who thinks that low iron can cause palpatations.
I'm going to get mine checked out - hope yours is ok😊
Sgt.lindalee rhonda59974
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Hi Rhonda, Is your reflux from a specific cause?! I have a hiatal hernia with severe reflux and when its angry, inflammed & I have gas pain, esp. when my stomach is in my chest(from hernia) if I lie on my left side(sometimes my back), I get palpitations....its weird and freaky but, not serious....it makes that sensation as the position of my stomach is in a place it doesn't belong, my heart, blood vessels, nerves & etc...in that area cause the sensation...I lay on my right side, sleep propped up & take my PPI, it happens way less since I changed my sleep position, laying completely flat isn't good for reflux, nor is eating within 2hrs of bedtime....my Dr said I can use Simethicone for gas, it makes gas bubbles easier to pass, also antacids can help with gas...You should ask your Dr if there is something you can take that will help, be specific about your symptoms and being sure its your reflux, not your heart, gives you piece of mind, never start even OTC meds w/o asking your Dr....Hopefully you lose that loving feeling(like butterflies in your chest)its really annoying!! Best Wishes💒🌈🍀♾🎶🎶❤
rhonda59974 Sgt.lindalee
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Thankyou so much for your reply and great suggestions lindalee!
I don't know for sure what causes my reflux.
I saw a doctor about it over ten years ago and he just prescribed a "Rennie" type medication.
After that I tried eating very plain food in smaller portions which helped.
Two of my relatives have hiatus hernias, not sure whether that's connected.
I shall try a different sleeping position and see if that helps.
Thanks again😊
oladapo_51374 rhonda59974
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I have experienced that a lot and it tended to get better as the reflux calmed. A lot of symptoms many of them associated with a large range of conditions come with reflux. heart rate increases, heart attack type pains and dizziness. sometimes my blood pressure crashes and it gets better as the reflux eases.
rhonda59974 oladapo_51374
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Thankyou Oladapo. It seems we have very similar symptoms.
Do you find eating certain types of food a problem? I have difficulties with bread and potatoes.
oladapo_51374 rhonda59974
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O yes. Many foods are to be avoided or restricted. oily or fatty foods are the worst. Bread and several dairy snacks too. Stick to low fat or fat free food. also avoid citruses. Eat small meals like 4 or 5 times instead of heavy few meals.
rhonda59974 oladapo_51374
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Thankyou Odalapo.
I didn't realise the problem with citrus.
Have been trying to up my vitamin C so eaten quite a few oranges!
Great tip about small regular snacks.
oladapo_51374 rhonda59974
Posted
I have experienced that a lot and it tended to get better as the reflux calmed. A lot of symptoms many of them associated with a large range of conditions come with reflux. heart rate increases, heart attack type pains and dizziness. sometimes my blood pressure crashes and it gets better as the reflux eases.
oladapo_51374 rhonda59974
Posted
I have experienced that a lot and it tended to get better as the reflux calmed. A lot of symptoms many of them associated with a large range of conditions come with reflux. heart rate increases, heart attack type pains and dizziness. sometimes my blood pressure crashes and it gets better as the reflux eases.