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Medical Author:

Noel G Boyle, MB, BCh, MD, PhD

Coauthor:

Theodore A Spevack, DO

Coauthor:

Kathryn L Hale, MS, PA-C

Medical Editor:

Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical Editor

Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical Editor

Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, is a U.S. board-certified Anatomic Pathologist with subspecialty training in the fields of Experimental and Molecular Pathology. Dr. Stöppler's educational background includes a BA with Highest Distinction from the University of Virginia and an MD from the University of North Carolina. She completed residency training in Anatomic Pathology at Georgetown University followed by subspecialty fellowship training in molecular diagnostics and experimental pathology.

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When to Seek Medical Care

If a person experiences any of the symptoms suggestive of atrial flutter, a health care provider should be called for an appointment. If symptoms are severe or alarming, urgent medical attention should be sought.

If a person is taking any medication for atrial flutter and experiences a change or worsening of the symptoms, a health care provider should be called.

If a person has been diagnosed with atrial flutter and is being treated, medical attention should be sought immediately at a hospital emergency department if any of the following symptoms are experienced:

• Chest pain
• Feeling faint or light-headed
• Fainting