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    Atrial Fibrillation (AFib): Risk Factors and Treatment: Discuss risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options for AFib

    October 3, 2024 - By Mehwish Muzaffar

    Introduction: Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is a common cardiac arrhythmia characterized by irregular and often rapid heartbeats. It occurs when the heart’s upper chambers, the atria, beat out of sync with the lower chambers, the ventricles. Instead of contracting in a coordinated and rhythmic manner, the atria fibrillate or quiver, causing an irregular heartbeat. This arrhythmia disrupts the heart’s natural electrical signals, leading to inefficient blood pumping. As a result, blood can pool in the atria, increasing the risk of blood clots. These clots can potentially travel to other parts of the body, causing blockages and leading to serious complications, most…

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