Atrial Fibrillation

Causes

The cause of AF is not always known, but possible causes can include any of the following:

abnormal structure of the heart
diseases that damage the valves of the heart
high blood pressure
thyroid disease
binge drinking
increasing age

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The Facts
Causes
Symptoms and Complications
Making the Diagnosis
Treatment and Prevention

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