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What Causes Heart Fluttering,dizziness And Numbness In Arms?

I'm a healthy 39 year old woman, 5'7, 138lbs. I do not smoke or do any type of drugs or drink. In the past I have had little heart flutters, but last week my heart fluttered more severely, I got very dizzy and the room started to go black. I did not pass out but did get very close. This week, my heart has fluttered a few more times & have a little numbness in my hands/arms, not terrible but as though they are between normal and asleep. Any thoughts as to how urgent this is - or If I should just mention it the next time I'm at the dr.?
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hello,
I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM.
you have been having this fluttering since long though mild,in recent days it has increased in frequency.so you must not wait but make an early appointment with a physician for primary heart check starting from ECG.you may some arrhythmias responsible for your symptoms which may need holter monitoring.But first get a resting ECG and then plan further work up as per guidelines by your treating doctor.If you send me reports i would be glad to guide you further
My best wishes
Dr.Rajesh Teli,MD.
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What Causes Heart Fluttering,dizziness And Numbness In Arms?

hello, I have gone through your query.Thanks for using HCM. you have been having this fluttering since long though mild,in recent days it has increased in frequency.so you must not wait but make an early appointment with a physician for primary heart check starting from ECG.you may some arrhythmias responsible for your symptoms which may need holter monitoring.But first get a resting ECG and then plan further work up as per guidelines by your treating doctor.If you send me reports i would be glad to guide you further My best wishes Dr.Rajesh Teli,MD.