Can reflux feel like a heart attack?

Honestly, yes! Last month I had this sudden tightness in my chest and got so scared that it was a heart attack. It turned out to be just severe acidity after heavy dinner. Did anyone else also feel dizzy or have left arm discomfort with reflux, or is it just my anxiety playing tricks?

I literally went to the ER last week thinking I was dying of a cardiac arrest. The burning was so intense in the center of my chest. They did an ECG and said it was just severe GERD and gave me antacids. If you are having chest pressure, breathing trouble, or sweat, please go to the hospital immediately.

Actually yes, it is super scary yaar! I had some spicy misal pav once and the burning was so bad, I thought my heart is stopping. But if the pain is radiating to your jaw or arm, don't take it lightly. Better to get it checked by a doctor than just guessing at home.

Yes, acid reflux often mimics cardiac pain because of the shared nerve pathways. I track my food triggers and resting heart rate on my smartwatch, which helps me stay calm when I get mild reflux. But remember, any severe chest pain needs a proper medical evaluation, not just an app check.