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I'm Diagnosed With GERD.What Causes Tightness And Fluttering Sensation In The Chest?

I have a fluttery sensation in the center of my chest usually after I eat. I have been diagnosed with GERD and I am taking medication for that. It almost feels like something is moving in my chest area. Sometimes there is a slight tightening. Lately, it has been a continuous feeling. It is not painful, but I am worried about what it is. I have a family history of heart problems. I have had a stress test and it came back negative.
Mon, 28 Sep 2015
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Since your stress test is negative, no need to worry for any major cardiac diseases as a cause for your chest fluttering.
In my opinion, your symptoms are mostly due to uncontrolled GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).
You need to follow certain lifestyle modifications along with drugs to control GERD symptoms.
So avoid stress and tension.
Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.
Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits.
Go for walk after meals.
Keep 2-3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux.
With all these and drugs, you will definitely improve.
Hope I have solved your query.
Wish you good health. Thanks.
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I'm Diagnosed With GERD.What Causes Tightness And Fluttering Sensation In The Chest?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Since your stress test is negative, no need to worry for any major cardiac diseases as a cause for your chest fluttering. In my opinion, your symptoms are mostly due to uncontrolled GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). You need to follow certain lifestyle modifications along with drugs to control GERD symptoms. So avoid stress and tension. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. Go for walk after meals. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux. With all these and drugs, you will definitely improve. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.