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What are cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia?
Cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia may be difficult for other people to notice. For instance,... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is mitral regurgitation treated?
If the mitral valve regurgitation is mild, you may need no treatment at all. Your doctor may... Full Answer12/31/1969
What happens with the heart’s electrical system with atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation arises from a problem with the heart's electrical system that spurs it to... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can atrial fibrillation cause a stroke?
Certain arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation, increase the risk of stroke. With atrial... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is atrial fibrillation (AF) treated?
Treatment options for atrial fibrillation focus on preventing blood clots. Because of the risk of... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the goals of atrial fibrillation treatment?
Your doctor will prescribe treatment for atrial fibrillation, depending on how long you've had... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is an echocardiogram?
An echocardiogram uses sound waves to create a moving picture of your heart. An echocardiogram... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is atrial fibrillation diagnosed?
To diagnose atrial fibrillation, which is a fast and irregular heart rhythm, your doctor will... Full Answer12/31/1969
Are there serious risks with cardiac ablation for atrial fibrillation?
With cardiac ablation, there can be risks associated with bleeding at the site where the catheter... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why is atrial fibrillation more common as we age?
Atrial fibrillation is more common as we age, primarily because the underlying heart problems such... Full Answer12/31/1969
Can young adults get atrial fibrillation?
While young adults can get atrial fibrillation, it is not as common as in older people. Even in... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is atrial fibrillation more common in men?
Atrial fibrillation affects both men and women, although there is some evidence that more men are... Full Answer12/31/1969
Is atrial fibrillation more common in women?
Atrial fibrillation affects both men and women, although there is some evidence that it affects men... Full Answer12/31/1969
Can I still work full-time with atrial fibrillation?
You can work full-time with atrial fibrillation, depending on the severity of your condition. For... Full Answer12/31/1969
Can diabetes cause atrial fibrillation?
A common complication of diabetes is heart disease, and heart disease can lead to developing atrial... Full Answer12/31/1969
