Is It Normal To Experience Acidity After Suffering From Panic Episodes?

Posted on Thu, 16 Jun 2016

Question: Hello Doctor,
Recently for past couple of months, I had few episodes of panic attacks in office. After the same I suffer from acute distress due to acidity for which I need to take anti acid drugs and the distress lasts for 2-3 hrs. is it normal to have acidity problems after those panic attacks ?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

Yes, anxiety, stress and panic attacks increase the acid secretion and may cause acidity symptoms like heartburn, upper abdominal discomfort etc.

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

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