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I've been having thumping feeling in throat. feels like palpitation. felt it also in wrist hr area. been on omprezele and nexium (esomeprazole). could these cause?

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Nexium (esomeprazole) and: omeprazole are PPI drugs that reduce acid in stomach. It should not cause throat or wrist discomfort or palpitations. Have your doctor look for another cause for your symptoms.

Answered 1/14/2015

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