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Atrial Fibrillation Support

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Follow up after cardioversion

Hi all, I had my first cardioversion in February. It was done privately as I was in a ‘holding pen’, according to my GP. (Waiting to see a cardiologist ) I...

Hi all, I had my first cardioversion in February. It was done privately as I was...

Canteringon

•17 days ago

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apixiban and tumeric

I stopped taking tumeric and related supplements when I started taking apixiban on advice of Anti-Coagulation clinic. As a result of stopping tumeric, i got...

I stopped taking tumeric and related supplements when I started taking apixiban ...

kayberry

•17 days ago

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apixaban and Co q10

I’ve taken the above for about 5 years without any problems. I started when our local pharmacist recommended the combination as she took it. Strangely, they...

I’ve taken the above for about 5 years without any problems. I started when our...

Puzzler46

•17 days ago

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Bradychardia

Can anyone reassure please ? I have been taking Bisoprolol for about 7 years now, and am on the high dose of 5 mgs twice daily now. This keeps my heart rate...

Can anyone reassure please ? I have been taking Bisoprolol for about 7 years now...

Tellingfibs

•17 days ago

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AF Association invite you to participate in a survey

The survey has been developed to gain a deeper understanding of the population's knowledge concerning heart rhythm disorders and their potential impact on...

The survey has been developed to gain a deeper understanding of the population's...

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Another experience proving we are all different

I had mentioned in a couple of my answers to posts in the group that I had been episode free for over a year, and suddenly I had two back to back episodes of...

I had mentioned in a couple of my answers to posts in the group that I had been ...

Peacefulneedshelp

•17 days ago

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I Too Have Persistent Afib

I too am in persistent afib (Bradycardia) with no symptoms. I was taking Amiodarone medication which caused internal bleeding. The result was blood in my...

I too am in persistent afib (Bradycardia) with no symptoms. I was taking Amioda...

theluckyone

•17 days ago

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Private via NHS

Hi Everyone! I promised to post updates a little while ago so here I am. NHS at St Barts (where I had my first ablation) have passed me onto the Nuffield-...

Hi Everyone! I promised to post updates a little while ago so here I am. NHS a...

Slidingdoors99

•18 days ago

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A simple monitoring device

A couple of weeks ago amid a discussion about Apple Watches, home monitoring devices etc, a gent (Bob possibly) on here, named a simple device that records...

A couple of weeks ago amid a discussion about Apple Watches, home monitoring dev...

AsparagusLover

•18 days ago

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Still in AF 25 days post ablation.. do I take Amiodarone?

I've been in constant AF since day two following a cryoablation nearly four weeks ago. I'm guessing the trauma of ablation is contributing but my AF symptoms...

I've been in constant AF since day two following a cryoablation nearly four week...

JoDogBlue

•18 days ago

24 Replies

HF ongoing issues

Hi, Had a 2 lead pacemaker fitted cpl of years ago after pace n ablate, have total heart block so paced 100% since then I have been diagnosed with heart...

Hi, Had a 2 lead pacemaker fitted cpl of years ago after pace n ablate, have tot...

Nomis21

•18 days ago

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Slow AF

I have slow AF and recently started on blood thinners. What symptoms do people get?? My only symptom I get his an heaviness on my chest, like an elephant...

I have slow AF and recently started on blood thinners. What symptoms do people g...

Pottsgene

•18 days ago

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watchman

I seem to be not able to tolerate ‘blood thinners’ and a watchman has been suggested, any advice from someone who has one? Thanks

I seem to be not able to tolerate ‘blood thinners’ and a watchman has been sugg...

Eastwick

•18 days ago

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Flecainide

Good day all, looking for some feedback. I have been on 100mg of Flecainide 2x a day since I was diagnosed with tachycardia in 2021. My heart rate is now in...

Good day all, looking for some feedback. I have been on 100mg of Flecainide 2x a...

ChadL

•18 days ago

29 Replies

Apixiban

has anyone been told not to take apixiban with. COQ10 ?

southkorea

•18 days ago

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Persistent afib treatment options, can't tolerate Amiodarone - so many questions...

I'm feeling rather lost at sea, I have so many unknows and questions so I'm sorry if this is a bit messy. Think I'm looking for your experiences and help with...

I'm feeling rather lost at sea, I have so many unknows and questions so I'm sorr...

Efka

•19 days ago

40 Replies

Anticoagulant changes

I wonder if any of you can advise me please on anticoagulants. I have been on Apixaban for some years and recently when I have had my repeat prescription from...

I wonder if any of you can advise me please on anticoagulants. I have been on A...

Ashburton51

•19 days ago

31 Replies

Exercises to reduce sleep apnea

Has anyone tried these exercises? Apparently I’m showing possible signs of sleep apnea (a silence followed by a couple of snores, noted by my husband)....

Has anyone tried these exercises? Apparently I’m showing possible signs of sleep...

Rainfern

•19 days ago

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AF stroke

As a result of this, I had a stroke in October, right side effected, difficulty writing with left hand. Any advice or help would be appreciated. I am 90 and...

As a result of this, I had a stroke in October, right side effected, difficulty...

Gillymar

•19 days ago

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Should I be worried

this is happening almost daily. Not exercising. Should I be worried. It does make me feel very jittery TIA

this is happening almost daily. Not exercising. Should I be worried. It does ma...

babs1234

•19 days ago

52 Replies

NUROSYM

Has anyone here purchased a Nurosym device ? If so , any comments ? Accidentally came across it , thought it looked good , was going to buy it until I seen...

Has anyone here purchased a Nurosym device ? If so , any comments ? Accidenta...

Davidv45runner

•20 days ago

20 Replies

braccacardia symtoms

hi all I wonder if someone can give me some advice. I was diagnosed with AF a few years ago and so far my heart rate has been 65bpm when resting. This last 3...

hi all I wonder if someone can give me some advice. I was diagnosed with AF a f...

Octopus52

•20 days ago

12 Replies

Blood Test Results

Received this test result. My GP says it will be because of AF and no need to refer for another echocardiogram as the one I had in December was an improvement...

Received this test result. My GP says it will be because of AF and no need to re...

Jonhel

•20 days ago

16 Replies

Sotalol causing Insomnia

I am taking 80 mg of Sotalol twice daily since 2022, and I have been experiencing insomnia. Typically, I would wake up after 2 or 3 hours of sleep, and not...

I am taking 80 mg of Sotalol twice daily since 2022, and I have been experiencin...

Hearsehorse

•20 days ago

21 Replies

alcohol with permanent AF

I am in permanent AF controlled with apixoban and verapamil have never had more than Ihalf a glass of wine probably a week however since being diagnosed have...

I am in permanent AF controlled with apixoban and verapamil have never had more ...

KelliEAnniE

•20 days ago

64 Replies

high BP and breathlessnes

Recently attended the hospital with suspected DVT fortunately I hadn’t but after tests I was px ramprimil and a water tablet I explained that I was already on...

Recently attended the hospital with suspected DVT fortunately I hadn’t but after...

Lumps

•21 days ago

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Travel insurance covering SVT

Best travel insurance to cover SVT please?

Easternmost

•21 days ago

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rough day

hi all…ugh intermittent palpitations from 2 pm until 6 pm. Then started again at 8 pm and still have them and it’s 10 pm. Please help…any suggestions?? And...

hi all…ugh intermittent palpitations from 2 pm until 6 pm. Then started again at...

Rdiehl01

•21 days ago

18 Replies

Apixaban

Hi there, I take Bisoprolol, Flecainide and until recently Edoxaban anticoagulant . However, spending much time in France I’ve found that Edoxaban is not...

Hi there, I take Bisoprolol, Flecainide and until recently Edoxaban anticoagulan...

Sportfix

•21 days ago

40 Replies

Medscape posts the new consensus about treating AF

“previously, catheter ablation has been used mainly for patients with paroxysmal AF who have already tried or who were intolerant to antiarrhythmic medical...

“previously, catheter ablation has been used mainly for patients with paroxysmal...

OldJane

•21 days ago

60 Replies

Posts - Atrial Fibrillation Support | HealthUnlocked

Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for April 2024

Follow up after cardioversion

apixiban and tumeric

apixaban and Co q10

Bradychardia

AF Association invite you to participate in a survey

Another experience proving we are all different

I Too Have Persistent Afib

Private via NHS

A simple monitoring device

Still in AF 25 days post ablation.. do I take Amiodarone?

HF ongoing issues

Slow AF

watchman

Flecainide

Apixiban

Persistent afib treatment options, can't tolerate Amiodarone - so many questions...

Anticoagulant changes

Exercises to reduce sleep apnea

AF stroke

Should I be worried

NUROSYM

braccacardia symtoms

Blood Test Results

Sotalol causing Insomnia

alcohol with permanent AF

high BP and breathlessnes

Travel insurance covering SVT

rough day

Apixaban

Medscape posts the new consensus about treating AF

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