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Could Irregular Heart Beat Be A Matter Of Concern?

My father-in-law has been in the hospital recently with irregular heartbeat. His doctor said that having an icy feeling in his chest is a symptom of this. During his last stay a couple of weeks ago in the hospital, his heart went back into rhythm on its own. I just checked his heartbeat and it felt irregular to me. It was about 99 bmp. Is this something we need to see a doctor immediately for?
Mon, 25 Feb 2019
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Hello,

Regarding your concern, I would explain that his symptoms could be related to paroxysmal atrial flutter.

For this reason, I recommend bringing him to the ER for a physical exam and a resting ECG.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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Could Irregular Heart Beat Be A Matter Of Concern?

Hello, Regarding your concern, I would explain that his symptoms could be related to paroxysmal atrial flutter. For this reason, I recommend bringing him to the ER for a physical exam and a resting ECG. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist