A-Fib (Atrial Fibrillation)

Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) or flutter is a common type of abnormal heartbeat in which the heart rhythm is fast and irregular.

A person can live with A-fib, but it can lead to other rhythm problems, chronic fatigue, heart failure, and in severe cases, stroke.

Symptoms of A-Fib

• Irregular and rapid heartbeat
• Heart palpitations or rapid thumping inside the chest
• Dizziness, sweating and chest pain or pressure
• Shortness of breath or anxiety
• Tiring more easily when exercising
• Fainting (syncope)

Treatment

A-fib can be corrected with a variety of medical options, such as:

• Hybrid ablation
• Electric shock (which may change the beat of your heart back to normal)
• Medications (help return your heart rate to a normal rhythm)
• Pacemaker
• Surgery or other procedures

You should consult with a doctor, as your treatment will depend on the underlying cause of you’re a-fib and your level of disability.