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Atrial fibrillation/flutter is a heart rhythm disorder(arrhythmia). It usually involves a rapid heart rate, in which the upper heart chambers(atria) are stimulated to contract in a very disorganized and abnormal manner.... |
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Symptoms
You may not be aware that your heart is not beating in a normal pattern, especially if it has been occurring for some...
Causes
Then the signal passes through another node(the AV node), and finally, through the lower chambers(ventricles). This p...
Tests
The health care provider may hear a fast heartbeat while listening to the heart with a stethoscope. The pulse may fe...
Treatments
In certain cases, atrial fibrillation may need emergency treatment to to get the heart back into normal rhythm. This ...
Prevention
Follow the health care provider's recommendations for treating underlying disorders. Avoid binge drinking.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of atrial fibrillation or flutter.
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