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    Can Acid Reflux Cause Heart Palpitations

    Q&A: Can untreated reflux cause heart palpitations?

    October 02, 2008
    A reader wants to know if heart palpitations can be caused by untreated acid reflux. Dr. Mitchell Hecht says that though reflux itself is not a cause, palpitations can be caused by many of the things that also cause heartburn, such as caffeine, stress, nicotine, and medications. Hecht recommends treatment with acid blockers like AcipHex, Nexium, and Protonix for reflux and says that palpitations are usually not a serious health concern. Read more »
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