What causes palpitations along with gas problem?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am a 22 year old male with the problem of heart palpitations. Recently, my lifestyle is not active. I feel lazy, and I am overweight. I first got palpitations 10 days before when I woke up on an empty stomach and bloating. I had a few of them even after motion until I had something to eat. In between, I did not have any problems until yesterday when I felt it again the same time when I woke up. Palpitations last for maybe a minute with two to three skipped heartbeats. During palpitations, I do not experience any other symptoms. When I start walking or jogging, my heart beat increases and I stop having this feeling of skipped heartbeat. Please tell me if this is something to worry about or not.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. Occasional missed heartbeats are quite common among individuals without any underlying conditions. However, if these occurrences become recurrent, it's advisable to undergo certain tests for further evaluation. I recommend scheduling the following tests at a cardiology center in your vicinity: an ECG (electrocardiogram), a 2D echocardiogram, and a treadmill stress test. It's important to keep in mind that while it could be benign, there's also the possibility of an underlying serious condition. It's best not to worry prematurely, but instead, proceed with the suggested tests to gain clarity on your situation.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com. All your reports are within normal limits (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You need not worry regarding palpitations. It can be due to gas problem and I suggest you tablet Betacap (Propranolol) 10 mg twice a day, tablet Restyl (Alprazolam) 0.25 mg at night, tablet Gerbisa (Bisacodyl) two tablets at night for constipation, tablet Rifastop (Rifaximin) 200 twice a day and tablet Pantakind flux (Pantoprazole) once a day for five days.