About atrial fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (also known as AF or AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat or heart rhythm). Many people are not aware of what atrial fibrillation is and refer to this heart rhythm problem as "heart flutter" or "irregular heartbeat." They may also call it "heart palpitations," which are the most common symptom of atrial fibrillation.

Atrial fibrillation (also known as AF or AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat or heart rhythm). The most common symptom of AF is heart palpitations (an irregular and rapid heartbeat, typically experienced as a rapid thumping in the chest). There are three types of atrial fibrillation: Paroxysmal: Paroxysmal AF is a temporary and sometimes recurrent condition that can start suddenly.

Atrial fibrillation (also known as AF or AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat or heart rhythm). The most common symptom of AF is heart palpitations (an irregular and rapid heartbeat, typically experienced as a rapid thumping in the chest). There are three types of atrial fibrillation: Paroxysmal: Paroxysmal AF is a temporary and sometimes recurrent condition that can start suddenly.

You may be able to prevent atrial fibrillation (also known as AF or AFib) by taking steps to reduce your risk of heart disease and by living a healthy lifestyle. By taking steps to live a healthy lifestyle, not only do you reduce your risk of heart disease and atrial fibrillation, but you are also headed towards overall better health.