I'm wondering if anyone my age (83 or older) has permanent, constant AFIB. I've been told I have 4th stage AFIB which sounds scary, but honestly, since I've had it for a very long time, this news doesn't really scare me. I tried conversion once and was told it wouldn't work and that I should not bother to try again. I HATE taking blood thinners, but the Docs are making me do that to prevent stroke, since I also have high blood pressure. I take medication for the HBP as well, so all of these meds make me tired a lot. How I would love to get rid of AFIB, but I've pretty much accepted that I can't. Anyone out there have a different experience with ending a long term AFIB situation?