What is Atrial Fibrillation? is the most commonly diagnosed form of arrhythmia. One in four of us will be diagnosed with AF
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Fibrillation (AF)
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common heart rhythm disorder we know of, between 2.7 million to 6.1 million Americans have atrial fibrillation. Some patients suffer the condition constantly, but many others only have it for some periods at a time. Atrial fibrillation can increase your risk of blood clots, unfortunately often in the brain. Additionally atrial fibrillation can weaken the heart’s pumping power, contributing to the risk of heart failure.
For many, atrial fibrillation is associated with reduced quality of life and anxiety about the consequences. Fortunately, knowledge about atrial fibrillation, its consequences and proper treatment can enable you to have a good life – even if you have problems with your heart rhythm. Knowledge of atrial fibrillation, including an understanding of what the arrhythmia does to you – and what treatment options are available – is important in order to ensure a good quality of life.
My 25 years of experience working with atrial fibrillation has shown me that many patients lack access to simple sources to explain the condition. This increases their fear of the condition, and as doctors and other health professionals we are not always sensitive to this. That is the reason that I have developed the blog: Rhythm Doctor.
Symptoms
Symptoms
Are you short of breath? Do you find it more difficult to exercise? Does your heartbeat feel restless? Or maybe you need to use the bathroom more often. If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may have atrial fibrillation.
Treatment
Treatment
Prevention
prevention
Risk factors
Risk factors
Living with atrial fibrillation (AF)
Living with atrial fibrillation (AF)
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