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Results 1 - 8 of 8 for Atrial "fibrillation," "familial," 2
  1. ... often begin in the wall that divides the two upper chambers of the ... (inherited). These tumors are called familial myxomas. They ...
  2. ... Other major risk factors are: Irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation Diabetes Family history of stroke Being male High cholesterol Tendency ...
  3. ... Other major risk factors are: Irregular heartbeat, called atrial fibrillation Diabetes Family history of stroke Being male High cholesterol Increasing ...
  4. ... drink a day, and men no more than 2 a day. Not using cocaine and other recreational drugs . Seeking medical care for problems that increase risk of stroke, such as atrial fibrillation and sleep apnea. Birth control pills (particularly those ...
  5. ... pounds (1 kilogram or more) over 1 to 2 days can mean there is too much fluid in the body. Medicines including digoxin, calcium-channel blockers, and beta-blockers may be used in people with atrial fibrillation. However, the drugs must be used with caution, ...
  6. ... the mitral stenosis. Mitral stenosis may run in families.
  7. You were in the hospital after having a stroke . Stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain stops. At home follow your health ...
  8. ... CT scan ECG (may show arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation) MRI scan of the heart