What are the symptoms of atrial fibrillation?

Symptoms of ATRIAL FIBRILLATION are: (1) Feel the heart is pounding. (2) My pulse feels irregular. (3) Irregular heartbeat

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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is atrial fibrillation?

Atrial fibrillation is a heart condition that causes an irregular and often abnormally fast heart rate, that can lead to blood clots in the heart. Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications. Atrial fibrillation can be caused by many conditions, most commonly heart valve diseases and heart failure.

Symptoms of atrial fibrillation

Feel the heart is pounding
My pulse feels irregular
Irregular heartbeat

Questions your doctor may ask to check for atrial fibrillation

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose atrial fibrillation

Do you feel your heart is pounding?
Does your pulse feel disordered (irregular)?
Do you have an irregular heartbeat?

Treatment for atrial fibrillation

Typically, medications are prescribed to control and restore a normal heart rhythm, example beta blockers. The choice of medication depends on the cause of the atrial fibrillation. Medications to reduce the risk of stroke may be prescribed.

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