loads of pvcs

[DLS25]

had my first cardio version last Wednesday after being in AF for 3 months.

I flipped back into NSR after the first shock which is great but since then I have been dealing with 1000s of pvcs. 4-8 per mins. It is draining! I knew they say that everyone gets them although not this many I guess. I feel every one of them!!

anyone else has this please?

[Bailey2004]

Hi, yes I’ve been getting them ever since my ablation for AF last year. No AF since June but PVCs, sometimes up to 1000’s per day and sometimes very few. I’m having ablation for these next week as they are just as draining sometimes as the AF with the fatigue and sweating on minimal exercise, uncomfortable and not pleasant. Hope they do settle for you. I’ve waited 6 months but don’t seem to be settling even with meds hence ablation.

[DLS25 in reply to Bailey2004]

ok thank you. It's good to know it's not just me. I don't think I can have an ablation due to my hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Success rate is really low. I have to say though I felt better in AF as my rate was controlled well and apart from stairs I managed ok and there were times I could forget I was in AF.

With the number of pvcs I am getting there is no forgetting as they are constantly hitting me in my chest 🙄

[BobD Volunteer in reply to DLS25]

Have you tried the slow deep breathing exercise.?

[MummyLuv]

do you know your potassium level? When I was having PVCs post mini maze my surgeon told me to increase potassium in my diet - 2 bananas a day. Made a difference!

[Ppiman]

No, everyone does not get them. Everyone gets an occasional one or two, which is very different. Runs of them are, as you say, very wearing and rather worrying. They plage me at times, but I was told not to worry. If mine continue to worsen, I will be back to my doctor for advice, And that is my advice to you. Your GP will be well used to seeing people with them and will be able to reassure or treat you. I find small dose of bisoprolol does help (1.25mg).

Steve

[Singwell]

Advice for slow breathing to help ectopics (thanks BobD for the reminder)Here's how I do the 6 breaths a minute technique

1. Sit or lie comfortably so that your stomach can move easily when you breathe in. If you're lying down, this is easier on your left side.

2. Take a breath in.slowly through your nose. I usually count a slow 2. Let your stomach relax when you do this so it moves out gently.

3. There is a natural pause for most people after the inbreath

Try to tune into it but don't force it.

4. Let the breath out again all in one go - don't worry that you'll be out of breath - there's always air in the lungs right up until our last moments

5. Don't be surprised if you feel like another pause after the outbreath but again - don't force it. Keep tuning in either to the feel of the air moving through your nostrils or the sound.

6. If you need to breathe out through your mouth purse your lips slightly as it helps to feel the breath and know we're in charge of it.

6. Repeat.

Typically your breathing rate will calm and slow down. You may even feel like you're about to drop off to sleep.

This technique is one of many used by breath practitioners to help calm our systems and regulate breathing. I have often got my HR down by 15-20 BPM using this technique and sometimes seen my AF off. Also helps me if I cannot go to sleep

PS by stomach I mean abdominal wall, but you can just think 'Tummy' and it does the job!

[ETHEL103]

I feel for you.My cv lasted 2 hours then the ectopics hit hard.I had a flutter ablation in May and pacs and pvcs are rearing their head again.