AFib isn’t always easy to spot. Many patients feel fatigue, palpitations, or shortness of breath and dismiss them as stress or aging. But untreated, it can silently increase stroke risk fivefold and even lead to heart failure. What’s often missed is how differently patients describe it. Some mention palpitations, heart racing, or “flutter,” others simply say they feel “off.” Those subtle differences in symptoms can be the key to earlier detection and better outcomes. This month, we’ll be sharing

Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) vs. Normal Rhythm: A Visual Guide ✨@cardiovisual Normal Sinus Rhythm: ✅Synchronized electrical impulse. ✅Clear P-wave before each QRS complex. ✅Efficient pumping = optimal blood flow. Atrial Fibrillation: ❌Chaotic electrical activity in the atria. ❌Missing P-waves. Irregular baseline ("fibrillary waves"). ❌Irregularly irregular ventricular response. ❌Blood pools, increasing stroke risk by 5x. Recognize the rhythm. Prevent the stroke. #Electrophysiology #MedicalSchool #

What does AFib look like? Here’s the difference between a normal heartbeat and a heart in atrial fibrillation (AFib). 👉 In normal rhythm, the heart beats in a steady, coordinated pattern. 👉 In AFib, the upper chambers (atria) quiver chaotically, and blood doesn’t flow properly, increasing the risk of stroke, heart failure, and fatigue. — At CardioVisual, we simplify complex cardiometabolic information into engaging, visual content for clinicians and patients alike, empowering better care throu