Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a heart arrhythmia that is more prevalent than you think.

Atrial Fibrillation Symptoms to Watch out For

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4. Exercise Intolerance

Exercise intolerance is a fairly typical symptom associated with AFib — the heart is not beating effectively and the body is fatigued already due to a lack of oxygen-rich blood. Exercise may make the heart beat more rapidly, may increase fatigue and may cause an increase in shortness of breath.

Resources

American Heart Association (Why Atrial Fibrillation Matters)Harvard Health (Atrial Fibrillation: Common, Serious, Treatable)

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