Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation Directory
Many people with atrial fibrillation (AFib) don't experience symptoms. A doctor might diagnose AFib after listening to a patient's heartbeat during a routine checkup. Heart palpitations or an irregular pulse might also be signs. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about the symptoms of atrial fibrillation, what it might feel like, and much more.
Medical Reference
What Are the Treatments for AFib?
How do you treat atrial fibrillation? Learn about medicines, procedures, and other treatments to get your heart back into a normal rhythm.
The Basics of Atrial Flutter
Atrial flutter is an abnormality in the beating of the heart. WebMD provides a comprehensive look at the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of atrial flutter and its cousin, atrial fibrillation.
What Is Atrial Fibrillation?
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is the most common form of heart arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat. For more than 2 million Americans, the electrical signals that control their heart contractions are off-kilter. Learn more about atrial fibrillation (AFib) at WebMD.
AFib: Causes, Risks, and Triggers
WebMD explains the causes and triggers of atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition in which the heart's rhythm is thrown off.
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6 Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore
Some medical symptoms are warnings that you need immediate care. Learn to recognize these six.
5 Heart Rate Myths Debunked
Myths and facts about heart rates, including what an erratic heart rate means and the link between your pulse and stress.
Signs and Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation
Your guide to signs and symptoms of atrial fibrillation, a heart rhythm disorder.
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Myths and Facts
Did you know? If you have AFib, you can drive, have sex, and even eat ice cream. Find out if what you think is true.