Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation can cause a heart attack or stroke, making early detection and treatment crucial. At Sunnyvale Cardiology in Sunnyvale, Texas, cardiologists Prasad Maddukuri, MD, FACC, MRCP, Saleem H. Mallick, MD, FACC, and Larry Moore, MD, FACC. 

Atrial fibrillation is a heart arrhythmia, or a problem with the speed or rhythm of your heartbeat. It’s caused by a disorder of your heart’s electrical system. Symptoms of atrial fibrillation include:

• Shortness of breath
• Palpitations or abnormal rapid heartbeats
• Dizziness or fainting
• Chest pain
• Weakness or difficulty exercising
• Fatigue
• Confusion

What is the treatment for atrial fibrillation?

Your doctor reviews your medical history, completes a physical exam, and uses blood tests, imaging tests, an electrocardiogram (ECG), or other heart tests to diagnose your condition.

Your atrial fibrillation treatment might include taking medications that control your heart rate or rhythm, or medicines that prevent blood clots. Your doctor may recommend electrically shocking your heart or surgical procedures to correct atrial fibrillation.