Thank you for your reply. I have repeatedly asked the doctor if my frequent bouts with afib can affect my heart. He has said no. However, I am beginning to question this. I was never quite sure if taking medication would eliminate afib or if it just would prevent clots, etc. Now I am reading that even on Eliquis a person could have a stroke or heart attack. What info have you come across? My hesitation to change from metoprolol to multaq, feccainide, etc. is the affect on other organs like the kidneys, liver. Also, dizziness, stomach upset, gastro problems. Right now all my lab tests are completely normal..I am just so hesitant and really worried about this recurring afib. Is the purpose of afib treatment to eliminate it or just to protect us when it occurs? Is it expected that afib episodes will occur regularly? Thanks for listening! Any info will be appreciated!