Nausea and palpitations can be caused by anxiety, stress, medication reactions, low sodium, magnesium or potassium levels, low blood pressure, anemia, menopause, Lyme disease, or thyroid disease. Treatment varies depending on the underlying cause.
There are several factors that could induce nausea and palpitations, some of the most common being anxiety, physical or mental stress, or even a reaction to certain medications. Both are typically symptoms of an underlying cause, so most medical professionals aim to diagnose that cause and not simply treat the symptoms.
Feeling nauseous and heart palpitations at the same time could be signs of a panic attack. When panic attacks occur, many people will experience a feeling of uncontrollable anxiety along with unexplained nausea, difficulty breathing, and an irregular heartbeat. Palpitations can be in the form of skipped heartbeats or just a very fast heart rate.
Nausea and palpitations could be a sign that the individual is not getting adequate amounts of sodium in their diet or not retaining it properly. If so, sodium or salt tablets may be prescribed to treat this condition. Magnesium and potassium could also play a role, as low levels of these minerals can also cause these symptoms.
Low blood pressure has also been known to cause nausea and heart palpitations in some individuals. When there is a sudden drop in blood pressure, this could send the heart into an irregular rhythm. This, in turn, can cause nausea.
Anemia can occasionally cause nausea and palpitations in severe cases. Anemia is a shortage of red blood cells and can cause the above symptoms as well as extreme tiredness. A doctor can diagnose this problem by doing a simple blood test.
Some women who are going through menopause may occasionally experience heart palpitations, nausea, hot flashes, and other symptoms that are often attributed to hormonal fluctuations. Most symptoms can be treated with medication and/or hormone replacement therapy if needed.
Lyme disease, which is a bacterial disease transmitted by the bite of an infected tick, can cause a distinctive rash, muscle and joint pain, heart palpitations, headaches, and many other symptoms. In many cases, this is a very debilitating disease. Lyme disease often attacks other parts of the body, including the central nervous system, and can be difficult to diagnose.
Thyroid disease can produce nausea and palpitations in some individuals. Hyperthyroidism can mimic the symptoms of a panic attack which is why it is imperative that the patient gets a correct diagnosis. Treatment includes medications and occasionally thyroid surgery. Treatment of nausea can include prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications.
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