Been a while and all has been general ok apart from my breathlessness which is ok if I’m careful and don’t excert myself, been a few life changes with a lot of stress a few more tablets and scans but heart is ok , I have had the occasional flutter brought on by lifestyle alcohol sugar stress to mention a few but not for long periods. Until yesterday after a visit for afternoon tea heart is flipping , pulse is bouncing from 52 to 82 missing beats, feels like a lead weight in my chests on its own private rollercoaster if it carries on into tomorrow may give my gp a ring but I know they will send me to hospital and if it stops you fee like a fraud. Mentally I can deal with it but physically wipes me out. It’s strange but I’ve had a decent run since my ablation but I’ve put weight on, stopped working ,moved house twice , been living with my sister since before lockdown, wife had a breakdown and waiting to move into a new property I have a feeling it could be stress related. I just hope it’s a blip and not here we go again.
Written by
Bauldy
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
"I have a feeling it could be stress related. I just hope it’s a blip and not here we go again"
For sure - stress can bring on afib.
You also wrote
"may give my gp a ring but I know they will send me to hospital and if it stops you feel like a fraud"
No way you should feel like a 'fraud'. You must do what's best for your health. Please call your GP and and decide what's best for YOU. Great news if your afib stops in between - don't worry about that - you are not a fraud.
You also wrote
"lifestyle alcohol"
Hmmm - I know where you are coming from. Booze does make you feel relaxed at the time - however it's not the best thing to do with afib (as I'm sure you know). Easy to say but I guess the best advice is to leave well alone - or compete moderation.
Paul
Mental note to self - follow your own advise Paul !
Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.
Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.