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What Causes Heart Palpitations With Tachycardia And Flatulence?
I am certain that gas build up in my stomach is causing my heart to skip beats and causing tachycardia. I have gas and belching that can last for hours. I take prilosec with no effect. The skipping heartbeat is very annoying. Doctor says there is nothing wrong with my heart. I have had this for many years. I am 57.
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Most probably these are ventricular premature complexes. These are ectopic or extra beats. These are usually benign and not life threatening. These are frequently associated with MVP, also caffeine, alcohol, thyroid problems may aggravate these. They are also aggravated by gastritis. So before going ahead we need to confirm it. Since these are not frequent ECG may be normal, subsequently you may need echo or stress test. You should also get thyroid test done. You ll need beta blockers like Metoprolol to keep these under control.
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What Causes Heart Palpitations With Tachycardia And Flatulence?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Most probably these are ventricular premature complexes. These are ectopic or extra beats. These are usually benign and not life threatening. These are frequently associated with MVP, also caffeine, alcohol, thyroid problems may aggravate these. They are also aggravated by gastritis. So before going ahead we need to confirm it. Since these are not frequent ECG may be normal, subsequently you may need echo or stress test. You should also get thyroid test done. You ll need beta blockers like Metoprolol to keep these under control. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.