Question 1

can indigestion cause a heart fluttering sensation?

Accepted Answer

Heartburn palpitates: Indigestion may affect the vagus nerve. This nerve regulates acid production and heart rate. It is possible when stimulated by heartburn, you could get palpitations or even slowing of the heart, the usual effect.  It is generally not serious.  Either problem should be evaluated if it causes more than minor symptoms.

Question 2

can stomach pain/ indigestion cause palpitations, heart pain?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms: Simplest answer is yes. It's complicated and not enough space here to specific.

Question 3

i ate flaxseed months ago and had heart palpitations.  now today i ate chia seeds in a recipe and now having heart flutters again. do these cause this?

Accepted Answer

Possible allergy: I've never heard of either flax or chia seeds causing heart palpitations. This could be a coincidence (just because you eat something and then get a symptom does not mean that was the cause of the symptom). It is possible you are allergic to flax and chia seeds, as palpitations can be caused by food allergies. Try these again (separately).If every time you eat them you get palpitations then avoid.

Question 4

i've been told i'm heart healthy with tests and had a few pacs with holter monitors..the heart flutters are worse with exercise. what causes these?

Accepted Answer

Flutters: Typically "flutters"  are due to some of your heart cells firing a bit early, pre-empting the natural pacemaker.  This causes a reset and an irregular timing to the pulse.  Typically flutters get better with exercise since there is less time between regular beats for an extra one to fit in.  You should discuss your particular case with your doc.

Question 5

ive been experiencing bloating for about 9 months. for some reason, my bloating triggers heart flutters for a few seconds then abruptly stops. salty foods causes bloating to be worse with flutter being worse. any suggestions? thanks?

Accepted Answer

: These symptoms merit a careful history and exam by your doctor.  The bloating might be caused by a heart and/or gastrointestinal problem which requires specific tests to diagnose.  A prompt evaluation is warranted.

Question 6

i get heart flutters and thumping sensations every day which can cause shortness of breath?

Accepted Answer

This needs: evaluation by your Primary Care Provider who can obtain an EKG  which may give the answer or if necessary a continuous MONITOR (HOLTER) may be necessary. Palpitations with SHORTNESS OF BREATH NEED EVALUATION ASAP!  Hope this helps!

Dr Z

Question 7

i get heart flutters everyday, they seem worse while drinking alcohol. is this dangerous? can drinking on occasion cause me a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Alcohol can certainly cause heart rhythm issues. Alcohol itself would not directly cause a heart attack.

Question 8

when running experienced few heart flutters. getting seen by cardiologist. i have heard of conditions like hcm, arvd which cause death. is this likely?

Accepted Answer

Poss, not common: Some Fluttering when running is far more common with less serious prob than HCM &amp; ARVD These entities are best recognized on Echocardiogram, &amp; this will be done. Symptomatic HCM can be treated &amp; if severe ess cured with diff  approaches, ARVD is more complex. The ECG may be abn, but not necess, Echo more definitive.  Other reasons for fluttering may need to be addressed.

Question 9

could stress and anxiety cause months long of daily heart flutters in a 19 year old?

Accepted Answer

You would have to : Rule out medical causes before making a determination that this was anxiety induced.

Question 10

can water pills cause heart palpitations?...........and fluttering heartbeat..................

Accepted Answer

Indirectly, yes.: Water pills can cause dehydration which may make the blood pressure drop and the heart rate rise that you might sense as heart palpations.  Most water pills can also cause potassium levels to drop which can then cause heart rhythm disturbances.  REGARDLESS, these are SERIOUS symptoms.  Please seek immediate emergency medical care.  Dr. Anne

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I ate flaxseed months ago and had heart palpitations. now today i ate chia seeds in a recipe and now having heart flutters again. do these cause this?

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I've been told i'm heart healthy with tests and had a few pacs with holter monitors..the heart flutters are worse with exercise. what causes these?

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Ive been experiencing bloating for about 9 months. for some reason, my bloating triggers heart flutters for a few seconds then abruptly stops. salty foods causes bloating to be worse with flutter being worse. any suggestions? thanks?

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I get heart flutters and thumping sensations every day which can cause shortness of breath?

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I get heart flutters everyday, they seem worse while drinking alcohol. is this dangerous? can drinking on occasion cause me a heart attack?

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When running experienced few heart flutters. getting seen by cardiologist. i have heard of conditions like hcm, arvd which cause death. is this likely?

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Could stress and anxiety cause months long of daily heart flutters in a 19 year old?

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Can water pills cause heart palpitations?...........and fluttering heartbeat..................

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