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Should I Be Concerned If A Diabetic Type2 Patient Has Low Blood Pressure And Irregular Heart Rhythms ?

Hi, my husband is 63 and has had 2 days of low blood pressure - it drops every time he moves. he has also had irregular heart rhythms and feels feverish. He has Diabetes type 2 and mental health problems. Should I let him just rest as he wants or seek medical assistance?
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Sat, 11 Jan 2014
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Hello,

Blood pressure below 90/60 mmHg is classified as low blood pressure and medical helps is needed for its management.
Low blood pressure, irregular heart beat and fever as to be evaluated.
I would advice my patient to consult with a doctor and take medical help.
Your husband may need blood tests and ECG to arrive at a diagnosis.
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Should I Be Concerned If A Diabetic Type2 Patient Has Low Blood Pressure And Irregular Heart Rhythms ?

Hello, Blood pressure below 90/60 mmHg is classified as low blood pressure and medical helps is needed for its management. Low blood pressure, irregular heart beat and fever as to be evaluated. I would advice my patient to consult with a doctor and take medical help. Your husband may need blood tests and ECG to arrive at a diagnosis.