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Is atrial fibrillation dangerous to have?

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It can be: It can lead to stroke unless you take anticoagulants.

Answered 9/1/2013

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It depends: Appropriate management can lower the risk. Specifically, the heart rate needs to be controlled and stroke risk needs to be addressed. Specific guidance should be available from your physician.

Answered 4/19/2014

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

It can be : Increased stroke risk is the major consideration here. Talk to your cardiologist about what yours is & whether you should be on blood thinners or just Aspirin (for lower risk patients).

Answered 6/10/2015

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