Common Myths About Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

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Common Myths About Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

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Afib is not a serious condition.

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Afib only affects older people.

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If you have afib, you will always need to take medications to manage the condition.

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Afib is not preventable.

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If you have afib, you can't exercise.

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If you have afib, you can't travel.

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If you have afib, you can't have a normal life.

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Afib is always caused by a heart problem.

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Afib is always accompanied by symptoms.

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Afib can't be cured.

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