A-FIB and the risk for Stroke
Atrial fibrillation ( AF or A-fib ) is an abnormal heart rhythm characterized by rapid and irregular beating of the atria . Often it starts as brief periods of abnormal beating which become longer and possibly constant over time. Often episodes have no symptoms. Occasionally there may be heart palpitations , fainting , lightheadedness , shortness of breath , or chest pain . The disease is associated with an increased risk of heart failure , dementia , and stroke . It is a type of supraventricular tachycardia . ( from Wikipedia ) See AFibAre you at risk? AFib is linked with a 5x higher risk of stroke. Take a quiz from the American Heart Association Visit heart.org/AFibTools to learn more about AFib symptoms and stroke risk. Back to Home