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Atrial Fibrillation Support

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message for admin please. Oct 14 arrhythmia’s day registration

please can you help? I believe I’ve registered and paid for online access to this day but I’ve not heard anything from them and not had any confirmation. I’ve...

please can you help? I believe I’ve registered and paid for online access to thi...

Ewloe

•2 years ago

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Reducing Bisoprolol when in normal sinus rhythm

Was just wondering whether anyone reduces their bisoprolol dose when returning to normal sinus rhythm ?I’m aware that we can’t advise on doses and that we are...

Was just wondering whether anyone reduces their bisoprolol dose when returning t...

MartinoH

•2 years ago

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acronym help

is there a spot on this site to define acronyms commonly used? In a discussion about blood thinners lots were used so it made many of the posts unintelligible...

is there a spot on this site to define acronyms commonly used? In a discussion a...

Natur

•2 years ago

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life expectancy

it’s a bit scary when you read on the internet Different comments on how it can shorten your life . Mine is well controlled I’m 73 on medication had it...

it’s a bit scary when you read on the internet Different comments on how it c...

olqp

•2 years ago

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Anyone had a face to face with their GP this year?

Hi, Just asking that old question again. 🤣 We get asked if we want to see someone or get a ring back later the same day. We’ve seen the senior nurse...

Hi, Just asking that old question again. 🤣 We get asked if we want to see so...

Desanthony

•2 years ago

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Very Strange - don’t try this at home.!

I was having a not uncommon afternoon PAF session when a big blue bottle flew across my face - I hate them! Despite not feeling up to it I grabbed my electric...

I was having a not uncommon afternoon PAF session when a big blue bottle flew a...

Hidden

•2 years ago

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Flying with AFib

hi guys Does anyone think it’s a good idea getting on a plane at the airport when your AFib has started there and you feel awful? If you tell anyone in...

hi guys Does anyone think it’s a good idea getting on a plane at the airport whe...

Harrythmia

•2 years ago

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viagra

I’m taking Felodipine for slightly raised BP and it’s working well . Unfortunately it’s causing some mild ED. I’ve tried other BP meds but can’t tolerate...

I’m taking Felodipine for slightly raised BP and it’s working well . Unfortunate...

kalgs

•2 years ago

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Hospital Appt later

I have an appt this afternoon back at Atkinson Morley at St George’s. I was discharged last year after my 1st Ablation- all had been good until this year, AF...

I have an appt this afternoon back at Atkinson Morley at St George’s. I was dis...

LordGabriel

•2 years ago

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AF & keeping hydrated

just wondering about thoughts of others, with regard to hydration, bottled mineral water or tap water, as, please correct me if I am wrong, but is the sodium...

just wondering about thoughts of others, with regard to hydration, bottled miner...

sugaredalmonds

•2 years ago

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Bisoprolol

Hi everyone. I have been on Bisoprolol for 5 years now, but the dose was increased to 10 mgs earlier this year. I know many of you are on a a lower dose of...

Hi everyone. I have been on Bisoprolol for 5 years now, but the dose was increas...

Tellingfibs

•2 years ago

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Advice for cardiology appointment today

Hello all you lovely Afibbers - I have my first face to face appointment with a cardiologist today (early afternoon) having started my lone PAF adventure a...

Hello all you lovely Afibbers - I have my first face to face appointment with a...

Hidden

•2 years ago

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statins

thanks everyone for your feed back on statins, I’ll certainly do a bit more reading first, before I start them!

thanks everyone for your feed back on statins, I’ll certainly do a bit more read...

Suesouth

•2 years ago

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electrolytes for management of AFib episodes

Hello, Has anyone had success using electrolyte supplementation to manage AFib episodes? If so, please share product and your strategy. Many thanks.

Hello, Has anyone had success using electrolyte supplementation to manage AFi...

Chie2

•2 years ago

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How should I feel when I start taking amiodorane

I started taking amiodorane on Friday evening.3 tablets a day for first week,2 a day for second week then just one a day. It is making me feel...

I started taking amiodorane on Friday evening.3 tablets a day for first week,2...

Norfolk_spaniel

•2 years ago

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Over and out for a couple of days.

Just getting ready to leave for London this afternoon. Luckily my neice and her husband have said they will meet me at Paddington and take me out to dinner...

Just getting ready to leave for London this afternoon. Luckily my neice and her ...

BobD

Volunteer•2 years ago

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statins

hi, after annual blood tests, I have been told I am high risk for a heart attack, even tho cholesterol 4.5. And have to take atarvastatin, alongside...

hi, after annual blood tests, I have been told I am high risk for a heart attack...

Suesouth

•2 years ago

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please help. Severe anxiety ELIQUIS

Hi.. I was on here a few days ago but didn't get too much what's going on. I am not the patient- my mom is. She is quite healthy and has only had two...

Hi.. I was on here a few days ago but didn't get too much what's going on. I a...

MishaKitty

•2 years ago

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Azumio Heart Rate Monitor App

https://www.azumio.com/apps/instant-heart-rate/overview Anyone using the Azumio heart rate app on their iphone or android device ? Seems to be a good...

https://www.azumio.com/apps/instant-heart-rate/overview Anyone using the Azum...

mav7

•2 years ago

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IMO I have Confirmed - stomach acid is primary cause for my Afib attacks

Yesterday I did not eat as well as I normally do and started getting ectopics and even short SVT runs. I knew I was in the danger zone for an aFib attack. I...

Yesterday I did not eat as well as I normally do and started getting ectopics an...

Hidden

•2 years ago

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Blood clot in back of leg

pain in back of legs. Taking Pradaxa could that cause it?

Judylee

•2 years ago

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Are you able to help?

Would you be interested in participating in a research study on behalf of the NHS Foundation Trust? The CRAVE-SR study will focus on individuals with a...

Would you be interested in participating in a research study on behalf of the NH...

TracyAdmin

Partner•2 years ago

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I'm getting increasingly worried about my Cardioversion on Thursday.

So my long awaited Cardioversion is due on Thursday. I have an impending feeling of doom and becoming increasingly worried so much so that i am thinking of...

So my long awaited Cardioversion is due on Thursday. I have an impending feelin...

Davidc1075

•2 years ago

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Older female, need thoughts on ablation decision

ok, here goes…I have had diagnosed afib and Aflutter since 2017. Had a pacemaker installed Jan 2020. also have well controlled colitis. No other major issues....

ok, here goes…I have had diagnosed afib and Aflutter since 2017. Had a pacemaker...

37Polly

•2 years ago

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HRC2022 Patients Day - launching Friday 14 October 2022

Launching online 14 October, #HRC2022 Patients Day will be an online-only event this year! So, wherever you are in the world - you can attend. 🌏 Watch,...

Launching online 14 October, #HRC2022 Patients Day will be an online-only event ...

TracyAdmin

Partner•2 years ago

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what is a good resting heart rate

hi I have been reading recent posts about people who are put on betablockers to reduce their resting heart rate from around 65 to 50 or so My resting heart...

hi I have been reading recent posts about people who are put on betablockers to...

smwdorset

•2 years ago

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PAF and anxiety

My anxiety is a lot better (but still there!!) after therapy and meds, but I still get an anxious chest feeling when I feel like my heart may go into AF. So...

My anxiety is a lot better (but still there!!) after therapy and meds, but I st...

Pingu778

•2 years ago

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atrial flutter and hot weather

Robfromwales

•2 years ago

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Blood thinners

I was diagnosed in Feb with AF and asked a GP if I should avoid leafy veg with vitamin K. He referred me to Cardiology but I have been put on a waiting list...

I was diagnosed in Feb with AF and asked a GP if I should avoid leafy veg with ...

PollyP33

•2 years ago

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Atenolol to Bisoprolol

Hello, I eventually got diagnosed with PAF after 8 years after people on here suggested I get a Kardia machine - so thank you for that! I went to see...

Hello, I eventually got diagnosed with PAF after 8 years after people on here su...

Anxiousarabella

•2 years ago

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Posts - Atrial Fibrillation Support | HealthUnlocked

Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for July 2022

message for admin please. Oct 14 arrhythmia’s day registration

Reducing Bisoprolol when in normal sinus rhythm

acronym help

life expectancy

Anyone had a face to face with their GP this year?

Very Strange - don’t try this at home.!

Flying with AFib

viagra

Hospital Appt later

AF & keeping hydrated

Bisoprolol

Advice for cardiology appointment today

statins

electrolytes for management of AFib episodes

How should I feel when I start taking amiodorane

Over and out for a couple of days.

statins

please help. Severe anxiety ELIQUIS

Azumio Heart Rate Monitor App

IMO I have Confirmed - stomach acid is primary cause for my Afib attacks

Blood clot in back of leg

Are you able to help?

I'm getting increasingly worried about my Cardioversion on Thursday.

Older female, need thoughts on ablation decision

HRC2022 Patients Day - launching Friday 14 October 2022

what is a good resting heart rate

PAF and anxiety

atrial flutter and hot weather

Blood thinners

Atenolol to Bisoprolol

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Posts - Atrial Fibrillation Support | HealthUnlocked

Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for July 2022

message for admin please. Oct 14 arrhythmia’s day registration

Reducing Bisoprolol when in normal sinus rhythm

acronym help

life expectancy

Anyone had a face to face with their GP this year?

Very Strange - don’t try this at home.!

Flying with AFib

viagra

Hospital Appt later

AF & keeping hydrated

Bisoprolol

Advice for cardiology appointment today

statins

﻿electrolytes for management of AFib episodes

﻿How should I feel when I start taking amiodorane

Over and out for a couple of days.

statins

﻿please help. Severe anxiety ELIQUIS

Azumio Heart Rate Monitor App

IMO I have Confirmed - stomach acid is primary cause for my Afib attacks

Blood clot in back of leg

Are you able to help?

﻿I'm getting increasingly worried about my Cardioversion on Thursday.

Older female, need thoughts on ablation decision

HRC2022 Patients Day - launching Friday 14 October 2022

what is a good resting heart rate

PAF and anxiety

atrial flutter and hot weather

﻿Blood thinners

Atenolol to Bisoprolol

Search posts

Pinned Posts

Latest poll

How well do you know your condition?

Topics

Archive

electrolytes for management of AFib episodes

How should I feel when I start taking amiodorane

please help. Severe anxiety ELIQUIS

I'm getting increasingly worried about my Cardioversion on Thursday.

Blood thinners