Cardiac Arrhythmia – Afib

Cardiac Arrhythmia Information

During AFib, the atria (the heart’s upper chambers) quivers and beats irregularly and can reduce your heart’s ability to effectively move blood through the rest of your heart and blood vessels. While only a third of the patients with AFib experience severe symptoms, your blood clots and stroke risk significantly increase. Factors that can make you at increased risk of Atrial Fibrillation include:

• Old Age
• High Blood Pressure
• Heart Disease
• Regular Alcohol Consumption
• Family History of AFib
• Sleep Apnea
• Athletics
• Other Chronic Conditions: hyperthyroidism, diabetes, etc.

Coronary artery disease, if left untreated, can lead to a heart attack when the damage to the arteries causes complete blockage of the blood vessel. Contact our knowledgeable physicians today to learn more about coronary artery disease and determine if you could be at risk.

Seek medical attention immediately if you think you are having a heart attack.

Get the Treatment for Cardiac Atrial Fibrillation You Deserve

Our physicians have several years of experience treating patients experiencing cardiac atrial fibrillation. We take the proper steps to ensure our patients get the best possible treatment. Call Carolina Cardiology Associates if you believe you may be experiencing AFib or want to learn more about whether you’re at risk.