I had a significant episode of A-fib this past weekend lasting 12 hours and culminating with a pulse of 130 or more that scared me to go to the ER. I had a natural conversion while in the ER where I think they were considering a cardioversion under anesthesia. I had a 3.5 second "pause" in my EKG and then NSR returned. The on-call cardiologist wasn't too concerned about that, nor was my regular cardiologist when I had an appointment with him today. Of course, my EKG today was "perfect". Again the comment that A-fib "won't kill you!" and "just go about your business without worrying". He gave me plan A: anti-arrhythmia medication or B: ablation. I am having an ablation and nothing else will satisfy my attitude toward this. He has referred me to an excellent electrophysiologist that I will meet in July. I too believe in "fixing" this as much as is possible. I don't care if others live with this and it doesn't bother them. I hate the feeling, the discomfort, the interruption in my daily plans and happiness! I want it fixed and I am also now being reassured that my age will not be a factor. I thank you so much for your feedback! I know I am not alone in this feeling of stress with the constant worry of another episode occurring--so often in the middle of the night! And the experts say to avoid stress and get a good night's sleep to minimize the attacks! If only!