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What does afib sometimes only occur during the night laying down?

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Dr. Mark Rasak answered

Specializes in Cardiology

A couple reasons: Early morning hrs have a surge of catacholamines this can trigger afib. Also sleep apnea can triiger afib. Sometimes its occuring all day but at night while lying down pts are more aware.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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