I'm male, 72. First A-Fib event 10 years ago. First cardioversion about 2 years ago, and three more since then. Normal rhythm lasts 5-6 months after cardioversion, then AF returns with no particular 'triggers' that I can determine. I have more energy and endurance when in normal rhythm. I'll continue with cardioversions as long as it makes sense to do so, and cardiologist (and Medicare Advantage company) agree.

I could not take the Metoprolol very long because of terrible leg cramps. Switched to Diltiazem and could tolerate better. Still have the leg cramps, but not as much if I don't take the meds every day. I am already on Coumadin for a mechanical valve.

I have always had issues with my heart from palpitations since I was 15 yrs old, to now finally being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation it is such a uncomfortable feeling, I also suffer with HBP since 2000 and I have been on a beta blocker for two years now, I always feel weak and tired, my goal is to lose weight, I notice when I walk I feel stronger, however the feelings from this condition can be overwhelming, weakness in the chest, tightness in the chest and extreme flutters to the pint of feeling like I will pass out, this a scary feeling, I have a young child to raise and I want to finish school!

I had an irregular/high heart rate for about three years before I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. I would have spells lasting about 3 hours where my heart rate would fluxuate between 120 and 170 beats per minute; this would happen about three times a month, sometimes 3 times a week. The frustrating part is that it never happened when I was at the doctor's office. I finally asked my doctor what I should do when I have a spell and he said to go to the emergency room. As soon as I got there they hooked me up and it took them 10 seconds to make the diagnosis. I am just now starting medication.