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In NYC and got a horrible episode of AF lasted almost 17 hours. I wonder if jet lag can set it off, it happened last time as well but not as badly. Happy to say I am ok now😊

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fallingtopieces

Tiredness and not enough sleep are well known triggers. Dehydration is too. It's important to drink plenty on a Flight as as you can become dehydrated without feeling it.

Pleased you're ok now. Have a great time, drink more water that you feel you need and get your head down. Zzzzzz....

Pat

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Bagrat

I'm inclined to lean towards dehydration. I'm sure being jet lagged doesn't help nor the concerns you may have had. I always make sure I drink lots of water on flights so book an aisle seat!!

I'm very glad you're okay now! I find I get AF after arduous travel (about a week later). I'm guessing it's the stress and strain and quite likely dehydration too. Take care...

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Patient007

I flew to Canada and the flight was 9 hours. I had a few episodes of AF mainly during the first two nights I arrived in Banff. I put it down to perhaps the altitude as well????. I was okay after a couple of days and had no problem after I flew back to England.

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