Just wanted to pop in with a quick update to say I had my cardioversion yesterday & it was successful. I had persistent AF and had (I think) had it for several years, so I was surprised and pleased that the cardioversion worked. I was worried about having the GA but it was a breeze & the experience was much less worrisome than I had imagined it would be. My INR has been really up and down and was actually just below 2 yesterday despite me taking more and more warfarin in the last couple of weeks - so I've got to self-inject clexane for 7 days now (which isn't much fun). Feeling totally wiped out today but hoping I feel much better and remain AF free now for as long as possible!
I want to say a really big thank you to those of you who share your stories on this site - it really helped me before the op and is so reassuring to be able to share with people who know how it feels Best wishes to you all x
Well isn't nice to wake up and log onto news like that Lulu77 . Congratulations on your cardioversion being a success. As you say this forum is a wonderful tool for all of us to use , we receive so much good advice and the sharing of information is great for all us A/Fibbers as well. Be well and stay safe and keep us up to date with how things are going for you. Kind regards - Ken x
So good to hear it was successful. I had mine last Wednesday, but it wasn't until yesterday (Tuesday) that I started feeling my energy levels had gone back to normal. So be aware you may not be racing around for a few days. Hope you stay in sinus rhythm and wishing you well.
Great news lulu77, wishing you all the best for a speedy and af free recovery.... Charlotte
Thanks everyone - and I'm so relieved to hear your experience Jean as I'm feeling totally exhausted today! Was imagining that I'd be hula hooping by now but clearly a few more days rest is in order!!!! x
Hi Lulu and well done. Clexane is not too bad once you get into the rhythm of sticking needles into your tum. I had to do the same a while back and don;t you know it they were out of the size I was supposed to have so I had to give myself TWO injections each time . After a week my stomach looked like spotted dick!.
Hi and CONGRATULATIONS! I remember what it felt to wake up and realize your heart is beating somewhat normally. Please take your time getting more active. I started energetic walking too soon and I started skipping beats. then I started A fibbing for a week then went normal again. I think it would have held more permanently if I hadn't been as excited to get back to my old life.
Hi Lulu congrats, NSR is just the best and don't we AFibbers appreciate just how great it is! I would second shadski's advice, take your time getting back to normal life, says she who is much better at saying it than doing it!
Hi Lulu, pleased for you, take it easy for a few days. I wanted to do everything after my cardioversion as I hadn't felt so good in a long time. wishing you well
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