The basic cause of AFib is disorganized signals that make your heart's two upper chambers squeeze very fast and out of sync. If you have hyperthyroidism, you have a much higher chance of getting AFib.

When it comes to heart health, the prevalence of a condition shouldn’t be much of a comfort for those dealing with symptoms. While it’s always good to ...

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Proper body care, learning about specific triggers, and taking a more holistic approach to heart health can help you manage your condition. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common form of ...

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If left untreated, Afib can lead to stroke, heart failure and premature cardiac death. But fortunately, Afib is treatable and, in some cases, preventable.

AFib is the most common type of heart arrhythmia. A common way to treat it is AFib ablation. That procedure itself isn't new, but there have been significant improvements in the way it's done.