Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common heart rhythm abnormality affecting people of all ages. AFib occurs when the normal heart beat is overrun by ultra-rapid and chaotic electrical impulses within the top chambers of the heart causing an irregular and at times fast heart beat. Symptoms may include fatigue, shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, chest discomfort and overall lack of stamina. Afib may also be “silent”, when the condition is not recognized by the person affected. The greatest risk of AFib is that of a stroke as blood clots can form within the heart.

The good news is that AFib can be readily diagnosed with an electrocardiogram (ECG) or various forms of monitoring. We specialize in the treatment of AFib at Ramirez Sports Cardiology and Arrhythmia. More and more clinical studies are revealing that the sooner AFib is treated, the greater the chances of controlling the disorder, which can improve both quality of life and longevity.