Atrial flutter
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Overview
Rapid contractions of the upper chambers of the heart may spread to the lower chambers, resulting in rapid heartbeats.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include a racing heart (palpitations), shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness.
Treatments
Medications, electric shock, or procedures that destroy abnormal tissue in the heart may be used to restore a normal heartbeat or control the rate or prevent blood clots.
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