Hi, I have been having a very nervous feeling in the middle of my chest cavity.It has been occuring now for about a week.The only way I can describe it is as being like butterflies fluttering around.My heart rate is normal and so is my blood pressure.What could be causing this.
My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic!
Your symptoms are suggestive or anxiety. A thyroid gland dysfunction or gastroesophageal reflux can not be excluded either. Coming to this point, I would recommend trying an antiacid and checking your thyroid hormone levels. In case your symptoms are relieved by an antiacid, a fibrogastroscopy would be needed. Otherwise, you should consider anxiety as the main cause of your complaints. In such case, consulting with a specialist of the field (psychotherapist, psychologist) would be necessary. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best regards!
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What Causes Fluttering In The Chest?
Hello! My name is Dr. Aida and I am glad to attend you on Healthcaremagic! Your symptoms are suggestive or anxiety. A thyroid gland dysfunction or gastroesophageal reflux can not be excluded either. Coming to this point, I would recommend trying an antiacid and checking your thyroid hormone levels. In case your symptoms are relieved by an antiacid, a fibrogastroscopy would be needed. Otherwise, you should consider anxiety as the main cause of your complaints. In such case, consulting with a specialist of the field (psychotherapist, psychologist) would be necessary. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best regards!