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Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmias.It occurs when the heart's upper chambers (atria) beat chaotically and out of sync with the lower chambers, which causes the heart to quiver.
While not immediately fatal, it is a serious condition that requires management due to increased risks of stroke and heart failure
Symptoms
Heart palpitations: A rapid, fluttering, or pounding heartbeat.
Fatigue: Extreme tiredness, especially during physical activity.
Shortness of breath: Trouble breathing or gasping for air.
Chest discomfort: Tightness or pain in the chest.
Dizziness: Lightheadedness or fainting
AFib is typically triggered by changes in the heart's electrical signaling. Common risk factors and underlying causes includes
High blood pressure
Advancing age
Coronary artery disease or other structural heart conditions
Obesity and diabetes
Sleep apnea or chronic lung disease
Thyroid disease (hyperthyroidism)
Excessive alcohol or caffeine consumption
Treatment & Management
Treatment goals are to reset the heart rhythm or control the heart rate, and to prevent blood clots. Options often include
Medications: Beta-blockers to control heart rate, or blood thinners (anticoagulants) to prevent stroke.
Procedures: Cardioversion (shocking or medicating the heart back to a normal rhythm) or catheter ablation (scarring the heart tissue that triggers the erratic signals).
Lifestyle changes: Limiting alcohol, eating a heart-healthy diet, managing weight, and treating underlying conditions like sleep apnea
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