Permanent AF how do you manage?

[Fattypatty]

Hi everyone , I had AF for about six years I was diagnosed after I was fond to have a leaky heart valve,I could manage my AF while I was only getting episodes say once a month but then once a week but for the last week I’m having them every day ,not sure how to cope ,perhaps some of you lovely people can tell me .TIA

[BobD Volunteer]

What treatment plan do you have?

[Fattypatty in reply to BobD]

I’m on apixiban and bisoprolo ,have see anyone for about a year

[BobD Volunteer in reply to Fattypatty]

Then please do so.

[Fattypatty in reply to BobD]

Thanks Bob I will do so

[JayDJ]

If anything at all I'm finding that keeping my HR down to low numbers ie mid 60s to 70s and keeping my system from having to work too hard eg not over eating/drinking

Some days I can really feel it and other days it doesn't bother me too much. Mostly down to eating the wrong food (for me) or over exertion so calmness is always a plus. Other than that as has already been said - check it out with your GP.

[Fattypatty in reply to JayDJ]

Thanks you

[JOY2THEWORLD49]

Hi

First get AF under control with H/Rate at rest under 100.

I had a stroke with rapid persistent AF. Then Thyroid cancer found. Removed within 5 months post Stroke.

I had symptoms when AF not controlled excessive sweating and stopped whilst walking.

Controlled on exertion I have second stops. Dr says blood not getting around eveningly.

Never had pain, flutters or palpations.

Lost 6kg over last year which helped H/Rate down to 60s Day, 47 always, at night.

cheri JOY. 75. (NZ)

[Fattypatty in reply to JOY2THEWORLD49]

Thank you Joy ,Glad everything seems to be going good for you after everything you’ve been through

[Larneybuds]

Have you had anything done regarding the leaky heart valve? If you haven't, that could be the problem. If it has been dealt with then I would definitely have a chat with your GP with regard to the Afib. Xx

[Desanthony]

If there are any changes you should go back to see your cardio or EP . so that's the way forward. It is likely you may need something changed in your treatment plan.

[Fattypatty in reply to Desanthony]

Thank you,I’m waiting an appointment