Post EP Ablation

[TxVet33]

I went into AF after getting sick from food poisoning/belly bug in early Feb23. I stayed in AF and had shortness of breath after being released from hospital. I was put on Diltiazem at that time. I saw my heart dr early Mar23. Then a week later I saw my heart rhythm dr. He put me on Propafenone and continue the Dilt. I had an unsuccessful cardio version late Mar23.

I had an EP Ablation on 24April23. I had follow-up with Dr 3 weeks later. I was told to stop Propafenone & Diltiazam at that visit. I had 3 separate EKG's that show in normal sinus rhythm. I continue to have shortness of breath to this day.

My question after my short missive is "HOW LONG WILL I HAVE SHORTNESS OF BREATH?"

THX FOR ANY ANSWERS.

[meadfoot]

Sorry you have been having a tough time. I hope things resolve soon for you. I am pretty sure someone will respond on the forum with similar experience. Just wanted to wish you well, dig in things will improve. Best wishes.

[Gumbie_Cat]

It could be that you are still recovering from the ablation, as it’s still quite early days. Though you will hopefully get a chance to ask at your post-op check.

Although mine wasn’t successful, my heart is in a reasonably steady state now on Bisoprolol, but I reckon it too 4-5 months to get here. I guess it stands to reason, as the scars from the ablation need to heal.