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Treating Your AFib
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Atrial Fibrillation Treatment Options
AFib treatment can help control your heart rate and rhythm. Plus, it helps prevent clots that may cause stroke.
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For Family & Friends
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How to Care for Someone With Heart Disease
How you can help your loved one live better with a serious heart problem.
- Know These 6 Serious Medical Symptoms
- Recognize the Signs of AFib
- Be Alert for Warning Signs of Stroke
- Understand Risk Factors for Stroke
Quick Facts
Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke
- AFib increases a person's risk of stroke by 4 to 6 times on average.
- The risk rises with age. AFib causes 1 in 4 strokes in people over age 80.
- Treatment with blood-thinners can reduce the risk of stroke by 50% to 66%.
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