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On And Off Fluttering Feeling In Upper Chest, Heart. Better After Burping. Have Hypothyroidism. Symptoms Of Acid Reflux?

I have what I think is Acid Reflux, but not sure. After I eat, or sometimes while I'm eating, I get what I think is a flutter feeling in the upper part of my chest (above my breast). Once I burp (well my burps are not full on burps-its a release of air) it goes away. Sometimes it even feels like my heart is fluttering. I'm obese and suffer from Hyporthyroidism (sp). It makes me nervous at times thinking it something worse than acid stomach. This feeling will go away for hours and then come back.
Mon, 22 Jul 2013
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Hello Good Evening,

You are suffered from bloating, which may cause constipation due to decreased bowel movements and constipation may also caused bloating.

Hypothyroidism is also a known cause of constipation, decreased bowel movements and weight gain, which also caused bloating.

There are many causes of bloating, including: diet, irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, re flux, and constipation and some more.

Gas and bloating is a sign that food is not being digested correctly by the body. An inadequate intake of water will cause excessive stomach bloating.

Water benefits the body by aiding with digestion because it supports a majority of the body's daily functions.

Fatty foods cause a formation of fat cells to develop throughout the body and contribute to bloating as well. A build up of fat cells slows down the body's ability to empty the stomach.

Dairy products also contribute to excessive cramps, gas, and bloating.
Persons who are intolerant to lactose products experience this effect more than others.

Following steps should follows to lessen the bloating:

-Walk after eating a meal.
-Exercise
-Avoid coffee and chocolates.
-Avoid Meals that are high in fat.
-Avoid extremely hot or cold food.
-Avoid bubble gum or bubbly beverages.

If needed then medication should be included antacids, PPI, domperidone, Levosulpiride (prokinetic), digestive enzymes and some laxatives.

Regards,

Dr. Naresh Jain.
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On And Off Fluttering Feeling In Upper Chest, Heart. Better After Burping. Have Hypothyroidism. Symptoms Of Acid Reflux?

Hello Good Evening, You are suffered from bloating, which may cause constipation due to decreased bowel movements and constipation may also caused bloating. Hypothyroidism is also a known cause of constipation, decreased bowel movements and weight gain, which also caused bloating. There are many causes of bloating, including: diet, irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, re flux, and constipation and some more. Gas and bloating is a sign that food is not being digested correctly by the body. An inadequate intake of water will cause excessive stomach bloating. Water benefits the body by aiding with digestion because it supports a majority of the body s daily functions. Fatty foods cause a formation of fat cells to develop throughout the body and contribute to bloating as well. A build up of fat cells slows down the body s ability to empty the stomach. Dairy products also contribute to excessive cramps, gas, and bloating. Persons who are intolerant to lactose products experience this effect more than others. Following steps should follows to lessen the bloating: -Walk after eating a meal. -Exercise -Avoid coffee and chocolates. -Avoid Meals that are high in fat. -Avoid extremely hot or cold food. -Avoid bubble gum or bubbly beverages. If needed then medication should be included antacids, PPI, domperidone, Levosulpiride (prokinetic), digestive enzymes and some laxatives. Regards, Dr. Naresh Jain.