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I get this fluttering chest feeling when trying to sleep. i couldnt sleep all night, untill i was just exhausted and then finally slept. been happening past weeks. is this anxiety?i do have gerd, and on ppi daily?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Fluttering in your chest can be due to an arrhythmia, anxiety, too much caffeine, and several other causes. See a Dr in person and get a thorough examination to determine what is going on.

Answered 3/22/2022

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Try to reduce the amount of caffeinated drinks during the day, move last meal at least 2 h from bedtime, no alcohol, if applicable for few days. Your symptoms do suggest arrhythmia that triggers anxiety/panic. If symptoms persist in spite of lifestyle changes see you doc.

Answered 3/23/2022

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If you're adept at checking your pulse you can determine if you're experiencing arrhythmia' s if the heart rate is over 100 per minute and if the pulse is irregular. Either of these findings would necessitate a workup including a cardiac examination, EKG, wearing an outpatient Holter Monitor & checking thyroid status. Your MD or a cardiologist can advise you.

Answered 3/23/2022

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