Are you experiencing a sensation of fluttering heartbeat? If so, you could have a heart condition known as atrial fibrillation, or Afib. Dr. Alireza Nazeri at Mobitz Heart & Rhythm Center in Houston, TX, is a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist who offers comprehensive cardiology services, including diagnosis and treatment of Afib.
Atrial fibrillation or Afib is an irregular heartbeat. A type of Afib, known as silent Afib, produces little to no signs or symptoms, which is why regular visits to a cardiologist are so important.
When you do experience signs and symptoms of Afib, they can include:
Afib can be caused by several factors, including:
If you think you might be experiencing Afib, visiting your cardiologist for an evaluation is critical. Untreated Afib can lead to serious, even fatal consequences, including:
Your cardiologist may order cardiac tests to identify Afib. These tests may include:
If you are diagnosed with Afib, your cardiologist may recommend:
Medication therapy, to regulate heartbeat speed and reset your heartbeat to a normal rate. Medications include blood thinning medications, anti-arrhythmic drugs, beta blockers, and others.
Cardioversion therapy, using electrical pulses to reset your heart rate.
Cardiac ablation, to cauterize tissue and block abnormal heartbeats.
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To discover more about the signs, symptoms, and treatment of atrial fibrillation, call Dr. Alireza Nazeri at Mobitz Heart & Rhythm Center in Houston, TX. You can reach him in the office by calling (713) 909-3166, so call today.
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