Breathlessness

[maria68]

I had my ablation on Friday and it seemed to go well. My Apple Watch says I’m in sinus rbythm but I’m having palpitations and breathlessness. Is this usual?

I’m particularly worried about my breathing.

Anybody else had the shortness of breath?

[BobD Volunteer]

quite normal. Read our facts sheet. heartrhythmalliance.org/res...

[maria68 in reply to BobD]

Thank you Bob, that’s very reassuring.

It does just say that if you are having breathing difficulties to contact the arrhythmia nurse. Should I do that?

[LordGabriel]

I had my ablation 2 weeks ago. I’ve had a few shortness of breath episodes.

I think it’s all the doing nothing and laying down.

I’m up and about today, no issues.

Give it a bit of time! ❤️

[maria68 in reply to LordGabriel]

Thank you. Did you feel dizzy as well?

[LordGabriel in reply to maria68]

Yes a few times. Low blood pressure- drink water and eat!

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This link suggests that shortness of breath and palpitations are common after ablation:

heartrhythmdoc.com/expect-c...

The breathlessness might be restated to the phrenic nerve- this usually settles with time.

I would say that as you have only recently had the ablation you should ring the cardiac nurses associated with your hospital who should be able to set your mind at rest.

[maria68]

Thank you,I will