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What could be the cause of a sinking feeling in the middle lower chest be? its like my heart skips a beat but only when laying on my back and if i change to my side its doesnt happen

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Dr. Edwin Schuller answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Needs to be checked : Can be as simple as indigestion to as serious as valvular disease or Pericarditis. Don't forget gallbladder or ulcerative disease. EAS

Answered 1/20/2021

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Anxiety: I admire you for your concern for your Health. “Sinking feeling like my heart skips a beat but only when laying on my back and if i change to my side its doesnt happen” indicates that you have normal functioning heart. It is due to Stresses of relationship, school, work and finances causing Anxiety See a Psychiatrist for Therapy. Do Tai Chi, Breathing and Music Relaxation, Yoga, and Meditation.

Answered 7/4/2017

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