Understanding Stroke

Understanding Stroke

Every 45 minutes in America, someone has a stroke...often for the second or third time. This video explores what happens during a "brain attack."

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Atrial Fibrillation Complications

Atrial fibrillation makes you 3 to 5 times more likely to have a stroke than someone without the condition. See what the other complications are.

Atrial Fibrillation Symptoms

Knowing the symptoms of Atrial fibrillation can save your life. After all, they are the first thing that has you on your way to a diagnosis.

What is Atrial Fibrillation?

An estimated 2.7 million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation, a condition that causes an irregular and sometimes rapid heartbeat-often with as many as 350 to 600 beats a minute.

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Atrial Fibrillation Complications

Atrial fibrillation makes you 3 to 5 times more likely to have a stroke than someone without the condition. See what the other complications are.

Medical Procedures to Control Atrial Fibrillation

If you have atrial fibrillation, an irregular, rapid or slowed heartbeat, and it's not being controlled with medications or lifestyle changes, your doctor may suggest cardioversion.

Atrial Fibrillation Treatments

To treat atrial fibrillation your doctor will prescribe medications and lifestyle changes to regulate your heart rate and prevent blood clots. Find out how well each treatment works.