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Weight gain and palpitations

Hi everyone. I have suffered pvcs for about 2 years . Like yourselves when i bend over . Eat. Lay on my left side alot. But also at any other random point in the day.. but i have gained 3 stone over the last few years.. do you think this might be the connection ?
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Have you been tested for thyroid issues or Hashimoto's? Thyroid problems can cause palpitations and make you gain weight. Also, have you seen a cardiologist? (your condition is probably benign like most of us but just to make sure)
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Hi. Yes ive been tested for my thyriod  and it has been fine with every other blood test i have at the time.. i am finally seeing a cardiologist on the 5th of October. Im hoping that will give me some piece of mind
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