had a fast heart rate since Friday eve.

[caznear68]

I had a cardioversion back in may the year for atrial flutter, PAF ,and tachycardia. All has been well until Friday eve when I felt a change. Seems to be in a regular beat but fast, around 110 resting rate. Tried to stay calm (difficult) as I have a lot going on at the moment. Its Sunday now and no change! I take 2.5 Bisoprolol and 50mg twice a day Flecainide Rivaoxiban.

not sure if its an a& e job really. Any ideas and reassurance out there?

[CDreamer]

Have you any other symptoms, other than feeling fast heart beat?

I think the A&E trip is very personal. Personally I wouldn't but I have sat through many an episode of fast heartbeat and it doesn't worry me unduly, makes me tired though after 5-6 hours so then I usually go sleep it off and when I wake up it is often down to normal.

110 is high, but not very high.

A&E is for life threatening emergencies but also staying at a high rate for more than 48 hours isn't great either so if I were you I think I would ring 111 and ask for advice? Or wait until morning and see your GP.

But do go to a walk in Centre or contact your out of hours GP service if you are concerned and if you have any chest pain or feel unwell then don't hesitate.

Last time I went to A&E absolutely nothing happened, not even monitored as they were absolutely swamped.

[BobD Volunteer]

If your rate is regular it is possibly atrial tachycardia. Normal heart rate is considered to be between 60 and 100 so it is not very high at all although I know what it feels like.

A and E is for accidents and emergencies and AF neither it is a chronic condition so I wouldn't personally go unless chest pain or passing out . Get an emergency appointment with your GP and have an ECG done Monday morning and send a copy to your EP for his opinion/guidance would be my suggestion.

[caznear68]

That was my thinking Jo as I have flutter as well, I was left 4 months last time before cardio version, it can be so debilitating!! Plus the fact I am trying to deal with the loss of my son in Australia very recently (5) weeks ago. I thought I was coping pretty well, the stress may have been a contributory factor.

thank you for your imput x

[Tracyt]

I used to have Atrial flutter and had times when my heart rate went up to over 140bpm, never went to the hospital. We are all different, if it's really uncomfortable and stops you sleeping etc then maybe a trip would work. Hope it calms down

[jeanjeannie50]

Hi Caz. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your son and I'm sure this must be contributing to your spell of a fast heart rate. The loss of ones offspring is just the most awful thing life can throw at you.

Has your heart calmed at all now? If not I would pay a visit to your GP today, tell him what has happened and perhaps he will prescribe something to calm you a little. One of our members on this site is prescribed diazepam to cure the anxiety that starts with his heart going haywire and he has said it really helps and usually returns his heart to sinus rhythm.

Jean

[caznear68 in reply to jeanjeannie50]

Hi there and thank you so much for the kind words, I did go to GP who felt I needed to speak to my cardio nurse. I was very fortunate that he was in the office as I rang. He very kindly said to come up to the hospital for an ecg. This I did and the slotted me in (he had a cancellation) in the afternoon for the result. Its my atrial flutter that has reared its ugly head, I have now agreed that I will have the ablation I was offered a few months ago. Probably about 3 months wait, my nurse will also fit me in for another cardio version if a slot becomes free very soon, as I said very lucky ,right place right time eh? Oddly my pace has settled at about 86 which is more comfortable.

I have purposefully tried not to stress myself and have a lot of family/friend support during this dreadful time, however you look at it we are bereaved and that in itself is enough even for the healthiest person. My son was always saying Mum don't worry about me!!

thanks again Jean

[icklebud99]

I would go as I am very symptomatic, unable to walk a couple of steps and feel very unwell. No need to suffer for days, also, it will be recorded in the Ambulance. (Paramedics told me to call an Ambulance as they will provide you with a copy of the recording). Ask to see the Cardiologist when you are there and stand your ground, it can help quicken the process of finding a drug to control your AF better. Hope this helps and you feel better soon.