A member asked:

Can an esophigal spasm feel like a pvc i had a quick sensation in chest throat and it hurt it was over in a second but no thud like pvc?

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Dr. Linda Tao answered

Specializes in Cardiology

PVC: An esophageal spasm can feel like a pvc, although in my experience the symptom of an esophageal spam tends to last more than just a second and often is assoc w reflux. Pvc sensations can be highly variable ranging from no symptoms at all to a kick, chest pain and shortness of breath. Continued symptoms should be evaluated as both conditions can have long term consequences.

Answered 4/23/2014

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Spasm may be painful: They could present similarly but spasms may be painful and chronic in nature.

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