Talking to your healthcare provider about Treatment for AFib and Stroke Prevention

Talk to Your Doctor about AFib and Stroke Today
If you or your loved one has atrial fibrillation (AFib), talk to your doctor today. Be sure to ask your doctor if you are doing all you can to help you reduce your risk of AFib-related stroke.

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When you visit with your doctor, you'll want to prepare ahead of time so that you can make sure to get answers to your most important questions. Our personalized discussion guide can help.

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Which of the following statements best describes you? (Please choose only 1 answer):
I believe I may have symptoms that seem like atrial fibrillation (AFib), but have not been diagnosed with AFib by a doctor.
I have recently been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib) and I am not taking any medications.
I am currently taking medications to manage my heart rhythm, but I'm not taking medications to reduce my risk of AFib-related stroke.
I have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib). I am currently taking medications to help reduce my risk of stroke, but I'm not taking medications to help control my heart rhythm.
I am currently taking medications to help control my heart rhythm and reduce my risk of stroke.
I used to take medication to reduce my risk of AFib-related stroke, but am no longer taking it.
Please check any of the additional following statements that apply to you (check all that apply):
I have a history of the following health conditions in addition to AFib:
Previous stroke
Previous transient ischemic attack (also called TIA or "mini stroke")
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Diabetes
Previous heart failure
Other
I smoke, but would like to quit.
I am experiencing new symptoms, or side effects, since my last doctor's visit.
I'd like to learn more about medication options that may help to reduce my risk of AFib-related stroke.
I'm having trouble remembering to take my medications.

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Which of the following statements best describes your loved one? (Please choose only 1 answer):
My loved one believes he or she may be experiencing symptoms that seem like atrial fibrillation (AFib), but has not been diagnosed with AFib by a doctor.
My loved one has recently been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib) and is not taking any medications.
My loved one is currently taking medications to manage his or her heart rhythm, but is not taking medication to reduce his or her risk of stroke.
My loved one has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib). He or she is currently taking medication to help reduce his or her risk of stroke, but is not taking medication to help control his or her heart rhythm.
My loved one is currently taking medications to help control his or her heart rhythm and reduce his or her risk of stroke.
My loved one used to take medication to reduce his or her risk of stroke, but is no longer taking it.
Please check any of the following statements that apply to you or your loved one (check all that apply):
My loved one has a history of the following health conditions in addition to AFib:
Previous stroke
Previous transient ischemic attack (also called TIA or "mini stroke")
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Diabetes
Previous heart failure
Other
My loved one smokes, and I would like to help him or her to quit.
My loved one has been experiencing new symptoms, or side effects, since his or her last doctor's visit.
I'd like to learn more about medication options that may help to reduce my loved one's risk of AFib-related stroke.
My loved one is having trouble remembering to take his or her medications.
I am having a hard time managing my care giving responsibilities and feel very stressed out by them.
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List of current medications (remember to list all prescription and non-prescription medicines, as well as vitamins and herbal supplements):

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Your Personalized AFib and Stroke Doctor Discussion Guide

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My questions for the doctor:


List of current medications (remember to list all prescription and non-prescription medicines, as well as vitamins and herbal supplements):

Symptoms experienced since previous visit (list any new, or continuing, symptoms):

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I'm writing to you because there's an important connection between your heart and your head you may want to learn about. That connection involves the risk of stroke.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib), the risk of stroke is nearly 5 times greater than someone who doesn't have AFib. And that stroke can be twice as likely fatal or to be severely disabling.

You can read about it in a new book called, “AFib and Stroke: the Heart-Head Connection.” It tells about AFib and stroke, treatment options, and more. It's free and you can get a copy just by visiting: http://www.facingafib.com/?sc=PRDACQWEBSAFWKT1006085
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