Common symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation include:
- Heart Palpitations: Feeling like your heart is racing, fluttering, or pounding.
- Shortness of Breath: Difficulty breathing, especially during exertion or when lying down.
- Fatigue: Feeling unusually tired or weak, even with normal activities.
- Dizziness or Lightheadedness: Feeling faint or unsteady.
- Chest Pain or Discomfort: Some people experience chest pain, which should be evaluated by a doctor immediately. Not everyone with AFib experiences symptoms, and some people may only discover they have the condition during a routine check-up.