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What Causes Palpitations When Lying On The Back?

I occasionally have palpitations when I am lying on my back. I feel slightly short of breath while it is happening. Usually lasts for 10 seconds or less and seems to resolve more quickly if I sit up. I have never felt any associated dizziness or chest pain. I take 50 mg of Losartan daily for HTN and 325 mg ASA daily because I have to remain seated for most of my 12 hour shifts. I have a family hx of CVA, HTN, and lung CA. I have NKDA. I have had labs (cbc, tsa, cmp) drawn 2 months ago and were all within normal limits. I feel as though I have an anxiety disorder that has been as of yet, undiagnosed. When I begin feeling anxious, I feel as if my throat is swelling.
Mon, 29 Dec 2014
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Hi welcome to HCM
Palpitations in your case are secondary to anxiety.Avoid stress and anxiety.monitor blood pressure regularly.continue your medication without fail.Also start use anxiolytics by consulting your cardiologist.thankyou
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What Causes Palpitations When Lying On The Back?

Hi welcome to HCM Palpitations in your case are secondary to anxiety.Avoid stress and anxiety.monitor blood pressure regularly.continue your medication without fail.Also start use anxiolytics by consulting your cardiologist.thankyou