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After quitting antianxiety drugs, my partner experience skipped heartbeat on bending. Why?

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Answered by

Dr. Isaac Gana

Medically reviewed by

Dr. Vinodhini J.

Published At January 31, 2020
Reviewed AtJune 22, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My partner recently stopped taking antianxiety medications. He is a severe hypochondriac, specifically a cardiophobe. He has experienced palpitations of various intensities for years. He has had multiple echocardiograms, the most recent one being less than two years ago, all of which cleared him of all and any conditions. But after going off the medicines, he has had a resurgence in the intensity of skipped heartbeats, particularly when bending over. They also sometimes happen when he is climbing stairs. But when he is exercising, they do not happen. Is there a connection between bending over and skipped heartbeats that can occur in people who have no medical condition?

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Generally, any type of activity could present with a skipped heartbeat. It is just a coincidence that he has heart skips when he bends over. There is no correlation between bending over and heart skip. I advise him to continue exercising and adopt a healthy lifestyle it will go a long way in helping him. Beta-blockers are also a good option if he is not getting better. I hope this helps.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

My partner has told me that when he approaches exercise he has no fear of skipped heartbeats and they do not happen. I have told him that is merely more proof that these sensations are rooted in his anxiety and fear.

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, exactly. It works in a way that it becomes more obvious when you become too conscious of it. Although sleeplessness, stress, alcohol, smoking, caffeine, etc., can worsen them. So it is a must to do away with these substances. He should ensure that he gets sufficient sleep of six to seven hours a day. Continue exercising and diet. Losing weight will help reduce his symptoms.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Isaac Gana
Dr. Isaac Gana

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