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What Causes Fluttering In Heart?
I was diagnosed with PAC two years ago. Other than a fluttering feeling when they happen I am asymptomatic. My new Dr. sent my most recent ecg to a cardiologist who believes they are not normal for a person my age. I am 57. Do I need further investigation like and echo-cardiogram?
Mon, 4 May 2015
Hi,
Some amount of PACs can be seen even in healthy adults, if they are not more than 400 a day, there is nothing to be concerned.
In case they are frequent I would advise you to undergo holter monitoring, which is an examination, during which an 24h ECG is recorded and have echocardiography done.
Hope I could help you
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
Some amount of PACs can be seen even in healthy adults, if they are not more than 400 a day, there is nothing to be concerned.
In case they are frequent I would advise you to undergo holter monitoring, which is an examination, during which an 24h ECG is recorded and have echocardiography done.
Hope I could help you
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
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