Artial Fibrillation [SajithSam].pdf

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Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of irregular
heart rhythm. Most people who have atrial fibrillation are
over 65, but some younger people also have it.
This booklet is for people with atrial fibrillation, and for
their families and friends. It explains:


• the heart’s normal rhythm
• what atrial fibrillation is
• how it is diagnosed
• the complications that can happen, and why atrial
fibrillation needs to be controlled or treated, and
• the medicines and treatments you may be given to help
control or treat atrial fibrillation.

Contents

About this booklet .......................................................................... 5
The heart’s normal rhythm .......................................................... 6
What is atrial fibrillation? .............................................................. 9
What are the symptoms of atrial fibrillation? .................... 10
Types of atrial fibrillation .......................................................... 12
What causes atrial fibrillation? ................................................ 13
What are the risks of having atrial fibrillation?.................. 14
How is atrial fibrillation diagnosed? ..................................... 16
Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot ................. 19
How is atrial fibrillation treated? ............................................ 22
Everyday life with atrial fibrillation ........................................ 34
What to do if you think you or someone else
is having a stroke .................................................................. 37
How your support can help...................................................... 38
For more information ................................................................. 39
Index ................................................................................................. 42
Have your say ................................................................................ 43

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