Blood pressure may be normal or low. An ECG shows atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. Medication may include digitalis or other medications that slow the heart beat or that slow conduction of the impulse to the ventricles. The disorder is usually controllable with treatment. Atrial fibrillation may become a chronic condition.
Atrial flutter is usually a short-term problem.
Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate atrial fibrillation or flutter may be present. The links below are good sources of information about atrial fibrillation. Information provided in the heart forum is for general purposes only. Only your physician can provide specific diagnoses and therapies. Please feel free to write back with additional questions.