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The speed of the heart beat is called the heart rate. The heart rate is usually measured by counting the pulse rate. It is measured in beats per minute (bpm). The pattern of the heart beat is called the rhythm. In a normal heart rhythm, the sinus node initiates 1 atrial beat for every 1 ventricular beat (1-to-1 electrical conduction).
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AFib. This is because blood can pool in the atria and blood . clots can form. What can be done to correct AFib? Treatment options may include one or more of the . following: • Medication to help slow your heart rate, such as beta blockers, certain calcium channel blockers or digoxin • Medication to restore normal heart rhythm, such as
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number is the pressure created when the heart contracts and pumps out blood (systolic pressure). The bottom number is the blood pressure created when the heart relaxes and refills with blood (diastolic pressure). The higher the blood pressure and the longer it has been high, the more likely it is that the heart and blood vessels have been damaged.
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Medicine is usually tried first to manage symptoms caused by AF. The treatment depends on a person’s health, ... BE ENOUGH TO CONTROL SYMPTOMS. OTHERS NEED THE ...
How Is Atrial Fibrillation Diagnosed? There are several tests that are done when someone has a fast or irregular heartbeat. Your doctor may order these tests if you are having signs or symptoms of a heart problem. The symptoms include heart palpita-tions (feeling like your heart is racing, pounding, or flut-tering), shortness of breath, or ...
The purpose of this guide is to provide information about atrial fibrillation, to outline the treatment options for this condition and to provide tips on living well with atrial fibrillation. Download the patient guide. Living with Atrial Fibrillation (PDF)
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