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Atrial Fibrillation Support

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Have been put on Clopidogrel as I wasn't happy about warfarin ,does. Anyone take It any side effects.

Since taking it. (Abouta week. Ago have developed a pain in my shin bone and calf, no Dvt had it checked out, comes on more when. I'm lying in bed ,any...

Since taking it. (Abouta week. Ago have developed a pain in my shin bone and ca...

sann

•10 years ago

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Stroke risk discussion on Radio Merseyside 9/1/14. Dr Khan of Wrexham hospital talked about AF and how ineffective aspirin is.

He talked about 3 new anticoagulants and warfarin. He recommended the AF association and its website. It was all very positive BUT Wrexham is in North Wales...

He talked about 3 new anticoagulants and warfarin. He recommended the AF associa...

jennydog

•10 years ago

13 Replies

Silent Migraines - Aura Only

I saw this article in the Daily Mail and thought it might be of interest to some of you. 'Silent migraines' may not give a headache can be even more shattering...

I saw this article in the Daily Mail and thought it might be of interest to some...

feejbee

•10 years ago

9 Replies

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Hi everyone, don't know if anyone can help shed some light , but today I partially lost sensation and function in both my legs. This was

Accompanied by a slightly nauseous feeling and a feeling of what I can only describe as detachment. I could still walk, but only slowly and carefully. This...

Accompanied by a slightly nauseous feeling and a feeling of what I can only desc...

Jackieboy55

•10 years ago

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Hi I have AF found out in sept, I have had the Cardio version it did not work for me, Now I am on Varapermil 120mg twice a day plus Isotard

I just wanted to know if anyone has bad days? since they have increased my varaperamil, I seem to get more but my Doctor said it was increased because heart...

I just wanted to know if anyone has bad days? since they have increased my var...

suzytoshoes

•10 years ago

5 Replies

Flecainide side effects

Hi there, My husband took flecainide 300mg yesterday with 5mg bisoprolol to regulate his AF (he only uses it when he has an attack) and it made him feel quite...

Hi there, My husband took flecainide 300mg yesterday with 5mg bisoprolol to regu...

lotusbuddha

•10 years ago

13 Replies

Can eating something very cold cause your heart into a rapid heart beat?

I had cryo ablation last March and I have noticed that the last few times that I have had ice cream that my heart had some palpitations. Then tonight I had ice...

I had cryo ablation last March and I have noticed that the last few times that I...

mkp589cmn

•10 years ago

14 Replies

Hello, I've just subscribe to HealthUnlocked, this will be my 1st posting. Has anyone had an AV ablation/pacemaker done? how successful was

I have had episodes of paroxysmal or persistent AF for the last 4yrs, I have tried all available medication without success. I've now come to the end of the...

I have had episodes of paroxysmal or persistent AF for the last 4yrs, I have tri...

bubbles170

•10 years ago

16 Replies

Warfarin and tooth extraction???

My husband has seen an emergency dentist today as he is in terrible pain. On finding out he takes warfarin daily the dentist wouldn't touch him and has...

My husband has seen an emergency dentist today as he is in terrible pain. On fin...

Kazzie49

•10 years ago

11 Replies

Definition of Bradycardia

Happy New Year all. My question is, do I have Bradycardia, my pulse rate is 51 to 54. I take 80mgs of Sotalol twice daily and have been in NSR since August...

Happy New Year all. My question is, do I have Bradycardia, my pulse rate is 51 ...

PhyllisK

•10 years ago

13 Replies

AF help sought

Hello, I am new to this forum and I must say I have found it a great help. I have been diagnosed with AF and have had five episodes since July 2013. I have a...

Hello, I am new to this forum and I must say I have found it a great help. I hav...

Arbroathsmokie

•10 years ago

13 Replies

I am a man of 83, with several health problems, Atrial Fibrilation, umbilical hernia, high blood pressure, and prostate problem

I need help to lose weight, as I cannot bend due to the umbilical hernia, which is inoperable. I am also on Warfrin and have had a prostate problem for over...

I need help to lose weight, as I cannot bend due to the umbilical hernia, which ...

peteandpat

•10 years ago

17 Replies

Does anyone else get Mild chest pains And short of breath only when the heart rate is slow-below 50. Symptoms are more severe when in AF.

I am a 56 old male with lone paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and usually get AF once a week for about 12 hours. I totally failed rhythm control and am now on...

I am a 56 old male with lone paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and usually get AF o...

kakapo

•10 years ago

5 Replies

Effects of Flecainide

Hi, has anyone had Flecainide discontinued, due to developing a Brugarda pattern on ECG, and has anyone had an Amajaline test. ?????

Hi, has anyone had Flecainide discontinued, due to developing a Brugarda pattern...

Fussyface

•10 years ago

3 Replies

Came across this, a Winter Olympics athlete who has just had an ablation

Have a look at this it's really interesting http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/winter-olympics/25102577 OK I understand he had tachycardia and not A Fib, but a...

Have a look at this it's really interesting http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/winter...

Beancounter

Volunteer•10 years ago

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Frequent tachycardia

It is me again Maitha I'm having hard times these days due to tachycardia nearly daily mostly due to stress due to family issues , the symptoms now looks...

It is me again Maitha I'm having hard times these days due to tachycardia nearly...

arwa

•10 years ago

13 Replies

I have AF episodes and EP

I have AF episodes where I need to be cardioverted. However I have a couple of months where AF is not a problem, I am on Verapamil 240 mg. I am concerned that...

I have AF episodes where I need to be cardioverted. However I have a couple of m...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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coming off amiodorone

had my ablation end july really felt it had worked just a few funny beats now and again so went to see heart specialist and he stopped the amiodorone because...

had my ablation end july really felt it had worked just a few funny beats now an...

KKI001

•10 years ago

8 Replies

What should I expect t to happen in an exercise stress test?

Am having a stress test set up by my E.P. I have recently started taking flecanide and so far all is well. I have had no A.F. for 2 weeks and no real side...

Am having a stress test set up by my E.P. I have recently started taking flecani...

dedeottie

•10 years ago

12 Replies

AF and Thyroid problems

Been known for some time that thyroid issues can lead to AF, has anyone had their Thyroid TSH, checked or show symptoms of a high thyroid?

Been known for some time that thyroid issues can lead to AF, has anyone had thei...

gerryatriq

•10 years ago

18 Replies

when suffering shortness of breath during xmas thinking it was over indulgence i decided to go for short walk i didnt't get to far when both

my arms and legs became stiff and weak i became very light headed dryness of mouth and pressure on my heart i rang my wife to pick me up and after resting for...

my arms and legs became stiff and weak i became very light headed dryness of mou...

fibbermagee

•10 years ago

14 Replies

I have been taking warfarin for some years now and have asked my GP if I could be provided with another medication, the answer was no.

Has anyone else had the same problem? I am a bit concerned now, I havea lesion on the right kidney, (cancer). I know the oncologist is a bit concerned if...

Has anyone else had the same problem? I am a bit concerned now, I havea lesion o...

Vivante

•10 years ago

4 Replies

It is an 'as a matter of interest' question, rather than anything being wrong. I have been on warfarin for 17 years.

This was as a result of an artificial mitral valve replacement at the age of 45. Latterly I have become part of the AF fraternity, but after 2 ablations, like...

This was as a result of an artificial mitral valve replacement at the age of 45....

Annaelizabeth

•10 years ago

4 Replies

hello Af suvivor who has found her way from Yahoo to here

Hi I am kirsten I live in Lincolnshire and my stories are all on the afa web site under diaries My married name was millinson so look under that I wrote...

Hi I am kirsten I live in Lincolnshire and my stories are all on the afa web si...

mummymilly

•10 years ago

9 Replies

New to Forums and New to AF, and totally fed up

Had my first episode of AF in the middle of September this year with a Heart rate of 170. introduced to Bisoprolol (2.5mg) and flecainide (100mg twice daily)....

Had my first episode of AF in the middle of September this year with a Heart rat...

bootneck3

•10 years ago

10 Replies

Sending best wishes to all for 2014.x

sunigirl

•10 years ago

2 Replies

This is not a question. I am wishing you all a very happy 2014. May you all keep as well as possible. Keep going strong.

Vivante

•10 years ago

24 Replies

Posts - Atrial Fibrillation Support | HealthUnlocked

Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for January 2014

Have been put on Clopidogrel as I wasn't happy about warfarin ,does. Anyone take It any side effects.

Stroke risk discussion on Radio Merseyside 9/1/14. Dr Khan of Wrexham hospital talked about AF and how ineffective aspirin is.

Silent Migraines - Aura Only

Hi everyone, don't know if anyone can help shed some light , but today I partially lost sensation and function in both my legs. This was

Hi I have AF found out in sept, I have had the Cardio version it did not work for me, Now I am on Varapermil 120mg twice a day plus Isotard

Flecainide side effects

Can eating something very cold cause your heart into a rapid heart beat?

Hello, I've just subscribe to HealthUnlocked, this will be my 1st posting. Has anyone had an AV ablation/pacemaker done? how successful was

Warfarin and tooth extraction???

Definition of Bradycardia

AF help sought

I am a man of 83, with several health problems, Atrial Fibrilation, umbilical hernia, high blood pressure, and prostate problem

Does anyone else get Mild chest pains And short of breath only when the heart rate is slow-below 50. Symptoms are more severe when in AF.

Effects of Flecainide

Came across this, a Winter Olympics athlete who has just had an ablation

Frequent tachycardia

I have AF episodes and EP

coming off amiodorone

What should I expect t to happen in an exercise stress test?

AF and Thyroid problems

when suffering shortness of breath during xmas thinking it was over indulgence i decided to go for short walk i didnt't get to far when both

I have been taking warfarin for some years now and have asked my GP if I could be provided with another medication, the answer was no.

It is an 'as a matter of interest' question, rather than anything being wrong. I have been on warfarin for 17 years.

hello Af suvivor who has found her way from Yahoo to here

New to Forums and New to AF, and totally fed up

Sending best wishes to all for 2014.x

This is not a question. I am wishing you all a very happy 2014. May you all keep as well as possible. Keep going strong.

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