AF again

[Tigers15]

Well cardioversion did not last again this time 28 days last time 8 days, every time I go into AF it gets worse still waiting to see cardiologist ,my doctor has put me back on apixaban , this time my pill in pocket did work

[Hidden]

It sounds like an ablation might be worth looking into. Any chance you can see an EP? Are there any life style things you can changes you might change. like any smoking, alcohol , fitness and healthy diet?

[Tigers15 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks for the advice, I am 60 years old don't drink or smoke I also have 2 dogs who need a lot of fast walking and still work I can't get any fitter not carrying any extra weight.

[Hidden in reply to Tigers15]

Good for you on staying fit. I hope you find an answer soon.

[Dodie117]

How often do these episodes occur and how long do they last? If impacting on your life then definitely worth considering ablation. I had my one and only in 2013 aged 63 and no AF since.

Ask to see an electrophysiologist rather than cardiologist as they specialise in arrhythmias.

Good luck. 🍀

[Tigers15 in reply to Dodie117]

Since October 2018 every 4 weeks I have had mostly small episodes of AF but 3 of them were bad going on for hours, one treated by pill in pocket checked at hospital because of pain and 2 had to be shocked to correct