Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing excessive stomach acid, difficulty defecating, constant heart palpitations, and especially heightened anxiety when waking up at night. What's wrong with excessive stomach acid?Doctor's answer:
I have gastritis and symptoms of excessive stomach acid, experiencing palpitations at night and a continuous increase in stomach acid secretion. This is due to the excitation of the vagus nerve at night, which can lead to pain accompanied by a slowed heart rate or even palpitations. It is recommended to relax and not be overly anxious. Depending on your condition, you can take medications such as ranitidine or omeprazole for symptomatic treatment. In addition to treating stomach acid, it is advised that patients pay attention to their diet in daily life and maintain a cheerful mood to enhance their physical condition and slow down the recovery process.