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I have PAF and it only lasts for seconds but I have now found if I take a deep breath it stops ? Has anyone else found this ?

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Rellim296

I used to be able to terminate palpitations with breathing. Breathing in, breathing in again and a third time, holding and then exhaling slowly would work. I don't have the same success with AF.

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Christinedbur in reply to Rellim296

I'm definitely going to try that.thanks.🔑

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BobDVolunteer

If only. Valsava technique can help palpitations and tachycardia but AF--- unusual.

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Hi-1964 in reply to BobD

Tachycardia ? My heart does suddenly go fast for 6-8 beats and when I take deep breath it stops it's not irregular .

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10gingercats

I have had persistent atrial fib. for a few years and discovered the 'deep breathe' trick a couple of years ago.Read about it somewhere and decided to 'give it a go'. It works well for me in relieving tension....or so I think.Anyway, I feel better doing it.

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dgex2010

Me too, either a deep breath or exhale.

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