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As a relatively healthy 70 year old with controlled diabetes, i have noticed lately an occasional heart flutter. what should i do?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Palpitation: Let your doctor know, probably no big deal but if its a change its worth checking out.
Answered 4/7/2013
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Heart Evaluation: See a cardiologist for evaluation soon, as the symptom may represent an undetected problem. Diabetics may not experience the usual symptoms of heart problems until the condition is worse and harder to treat. Heart fluttering may be a sign of decreased blood flow, a valve problem or atrial fibrillation (which can cause a stroke).
Answered 5/16/2013
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