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Does the flu cause heart palpitations?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Could be...: Viral infections are known to cause inflamation of heart muscles(myocarditis) or the heart's outer layer(pericarditis). If you develop any of it, along with the flu, u might get palpitaions. Also some cold remedies can cause palpitations!
Answered 12/31/2017
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No but: Being ill does. Fever, dehydration, diminished appetite with electrolyte imbalance and some over the counter remedies can all lead to irregularity of the heart rhythm.
Answered 2/16/2020
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Yes and no: Influenza (the flu) does not directly cause palpitations, but conditions commonly associated with the flu can lead to palpitations. Common reasons why patients with the flu develop palpitations include fever and dehydration. The best way to manage palpitations associated with the flu are bedrest, fluids and medications. Prevention of flu with vaccination of high risk individuals is also important.
Answered 1/10/2020
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