- Male
- 28 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've been feeling this pulsing sensation in my stomach, especially when I'm lying on my back. It's like I can sense my heartbeat there, and it's starting to really worry me. Could you give me some advice on what this might be?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
An ecg,lipid panel and echo is advised to the patient.
Dr. Anshul Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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I sometimes get this weird shock-like feeling in my throat, and it kind of feels like its coming from my heart. I've already done some heart tests like an ECG and 2D echo, and both results were normal. This sensation just hits me out of nowhere. Could you help me figure out what this might be?
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