Types of Atrial Fibrillation
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
In paroxysmal (par-ok-SIZ-mal) atrial fibrillation (AF), the abnormal electrical signals and rapid heart rate begin suddenly and then stop on their own. Symptoms can be mild or severe and last for seconds, minutes, hours, or days.
Persistent Atrial Fibrillation
Persistent AF is a condition in which the abnormal heart rhythm continues until it’s stopped with treatment.
Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
Permanent AF is a condition in which the normal heart rhythm can’t be restored with the usual treatments. Both paroxysmal and persistent atrial fibrillation may become more frequent and eventually result in permanent AF.
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