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Panic Attacks with Gerd

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Hi! I am 62 years old and was put on fozomax for bone density. After 7 weeks of taking the medication I developed a lump in my throat and gas. Went off the drug but my blood work showed high cholesterol. I had a calcium test and my score was high. Fortunately my nuclear stress test is normal. Wearing a monitor to check for heart rhythm. Today was a great day. But this evening about 2 hours after dinner the lump was there and then came those racy feelings of a panic attack. This is so frightening. I’m worried about my heart but so far the big test was normal. Nighttime I seem to feel worse and more panicked. I’m in 20mg anaprozole but I’m wondering if 40 mg of nexium would be better. These panic attacks are soooo scary. Any suggestions?

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Have you tried Prilosec? Or are you able to take some Tums with what you are currently taking? I would just keep reminding yourself that GERD can also give you the lump in the throat sensation. I tend to get more anxious at night as well. I invested in a weighted blanket and will sit with that on me if I am feeling particularly anxsty, or I’ll get up and work on something around the house until I am more calm.

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