Welcome to EmpowHER. Possible causes of atrial fibrillation Abnormalities or damage to the heart's structure are the most common cause of atrial fibrillation. Possible causes of atrial fibrillation include:
High blood pressure
Heart attacks
Abnormal heart valves
Heart defects you're born with (congenital)
An overactive thyroid gland or other metabolic imbalance
Exposure to stimulants such as medications, caffeine or tobacco, or to alcohol
Sick sinus syndrome — improper functioning of the heart's natural pacemaker
Emphysema or other lung diseases
Previous heart surgery
Viral infections
Stress due to pneumonia, surgery or other illnesses
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Hi Anon,
Welcome to EmpowHER. Possible causes of atrial fibrillation
Abnormalities or damage to the heart's structure are the most common cause of atrial fibrillation. Possible causes of atrial fibrillation include:
Here are some resources for you
https://www.empowher.com/condition/atrial-fibrillation
https://www.empowher.com/condition/posttraumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd
Best,
Daisy
July 5, 2012 - 10:56amThis Comment
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