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Warfarin and biopsy

That will teach me not to get my INR checked the day before a hospital visit. Breast clinic wanted to do a biopsy on a lump I have found but couldn't because...

That will teach me not to get my INR checked the day before a hospital visit. Br...

Hel1958

•10 years ago

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Best blood pressure reducing diets?

I’ve found details on DASH. Can’t find specifics on the CHIP diet. Found this http://www.chiphealth.com/About-CHIP/Proven-Results/ ..but no specifics on the...

I’ve found details on DASH. Can’t find specifics on the CHIP diet. Found this h...

onezone

•10 years ago

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Fed now.

Two weeks ago my INR was 2.4, great that I thought. Nurse then put me to two weeks and today my INR 1.6 blood pressure sky high. I feel lousey in the morning...

Two weeks ago my INR was 2.4, great that I thought. Nurse then put me to two wee...

Dottilind

•10 years ago

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STROKES.

through the af forum i have gained lots of little nuggets of advice from different people and so i would like now to offer some advice to anybody who may...

through the af forum i have gained lots of little nuggets of advice from differ...

makeawish

•10 years ago

37 Replies

Are you put to sleep when you have ablation or given just a local also is there a difference between catheter ablation and radiofrequency

Ablation if so which is best and does it work first time

barnes12

•10 years ago

26 Replies

Third ablation scheduled soon

I'm going to have my third ablation next Monday for the extra beats coming from the bottom of the vintrecular part as shown during the EP study earlier this...

I'm going to have my third ablation next Monday for the extra beats coming from ...

Maitha

•10 years ago

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Just weened off bisoprolol over the last 2 weeks after being on them for 15 months,yesterday fine but today feeling a bit grotty not such

with the heart no ectopics just really grot more like i,ve got a stomach bug bit bloaty and sickly is this normal cold turkey or have i got a bug

with the heart no ectopics just really grot more like i,ve got a stomach bug bit...

Hidden

•10 years ago

5 Replies

Warfarin & meal replacements

Just a warning or reminder to those of you who use Celebrity slim products & are on Warfarin. I occasionally use the protein shakes or soup meal replacements&...

Just a warning or reminder to those of you who use Celebrity slim products & ar...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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what is ablation

billwestwood25

•10 years ago

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Ablation Date

I've been given my ablation date, 29th May. Am apprehensive, no I'm scared to death. Just hope all goes well and my consultant assures me that I will be fine...

I've been given my ablation date, 29th May. Am apprehensive, no I'm scared to de...

SuzieA

•10 years ago

24 Replies

Cayenne Pepper

Has anyone researched the benefits of cayenne pepper? This is one site that I saw: http://www.cayennepepper.info/ I have a relative who has used it for...

Has anyone researched the benefits of cayenne pepper? This is one site that I ...

EngMac

•10 years ago

1 Reply

new anticoaglants

been to see GP today to swap from warfarin to a new anticoagulant. They say GP doesnt normally prescribe these my EP said he was happy for GP to prescribe GP...

been to see GP today to swap from warfarin to a new anticoagulant. They say GP d...

Hidden

•10 years ago

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Anyone else have a Resting Heart Rate of 50 bpm?

Hi, I have had PAF for 10 years but only very occaisionally get full blown episodes i.e. about twice a year. The current treatment is "pill in pocket" 100mg...

Hi, I have had PAF for 10 years but only very occaisionally get full blown episo...

lofty1

•10 years ago

22 Replies

To GO or not to GO

Having had a failed cardioversion April 2013 and eventually another March 2014 which also failed was I to wait all summer for an appointment with the...

Having had a failed cardioversion April 2013 and eventually another March 2014 ...

rjr681

•10 years ago

9 Replies

this type of meditation helps me go back into NSR when I have AF. It's called Heartmath. Here is a link to a free webinar to

learn the technique. http://heartmastery.com/l/your-free-shift-heart-webinar-video In addition to the video, on that page there is also a downloadable...

learn the technique. http://heartmastery.com/l/your-free-shift-heart-webinar-v...

shadski

•10 years ago

4 Replies

I have lone AF yet despite everything I read about it ,I still go to the gym and walk up mountains without any apparent symptoms .Why

I am 71 and have reverted after a cardio version three years ago .

pgb123

•10 years ago

4 Replies

AF and pacemaker procedure

As you know I am having a pacemaker fitted next Wednesday and I have been having long episodes of AF over the last month. I have one now. My query is if I am...

As you know I am having a pacemaker fitted next Wednesday and I have been having...

Ang3lc4ts

•10 years ago

6 Replies

16 days post ablation for PAF, should I still be getting intense episodes of AF. last week 155bpm, this week 95bpm. Should I contact Cardio?

SteveFozzie

•10 years ago

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Hi all my name is Fatima over two years now been on Warferin I go regularly to Antico Clinic before my INR was unstable but thank god now ok

My INR stable sometimes feel very tired is this part of side effects.........bi from Fatima may

My INR stable sometimes feel very tired is this part of side effects.........bi ...

Shamarke54

•10 years ago

4 Replies

Was told I have paf nearly 2 years ago after going to gp for 18mths saying something not right of course they put it down to the menapause

Does the frightening thought s every go away have been living in constant fear for 18mths

Does the frightening thought s every go away have been living in constant fear f...

barnes12

•10 years ago

27 Replies

Pulse

My pulse has been between 100/140 the last few days ,but I feel ok. Do need to see a doctor. I have wedding to go to and I do not want to go to the hospital...

My pulse has been between 100/140 the last few days ,but I feel ok. Do need to...

Pat287

•10 years ago

4 Replies

Are Ectopic beats notifiable to the DVLA?

I have been prescribed b blocker, started yesterday.

Lizziefin

•10 years ago

4 Replies

Probiotics have done it for me - Part II

Just a quick update on my posting of a month ago (https://healthunlocked.com/afassociation/posts/130505010/probiotics-have-done-it-for-me.....) where I...

Just a quick update on my posting of a month ago (https://healthunlocked.com/afa...

RobertELee

•10 years ago

14 Replies

3 bouts of Afib within 10 days of ablation

Had a cryoablation on April 15, I am now in the middle of my third bout of Afib since then. The first started in the hospital 12 hours after the procedure....

Had a cryoablation on April 15, I am now in the middle of my third bout of Afib ...

regalone

•10 years ago

30 Replies

Are there any signs of a stroke before it happens?

Especially useful if driving!! When you search this on google, it only tells you what to do when the stroke has happened! vovvarna

Especially useful if driving!! When you search this on google, it only tells you...

vovvarna22

•10 years ago

15 Replies

Can some one please explain to me what a CHAD score is ? Also a TIA ? and info on Warfarin Dosages?

Im confused about people on here talking about their dosages as if they only have one?? My own vary every day set by the clinic on my latest blood test? For...

Im confused about people on here talking about their dosages as if they only hav...

hondajazz

•10 years ago

9 Replies

My dented tender fingers an answer?

Went to GP today to get scripts re-authorised and mention my fingers problem. I had my GP admit that I do have a Heart and Lung Problem at last! I explained...

Went to GP today to get scripts re-authorised and mention my fingers problem. I...

Offcut

•10 years ago

5 Replies

Mum diagnosed with AF

Hi all. My mum got diagnosed with AF yesterday and told me and my brother. She is 60 this year and has always had high blood pressure. They are going to put...

Hi all. My mum got diagnosed with AF yesterday and told me and my brother. She i...

rachel84

•10 years ago

8 Replies

Holiday insurance. Having pacemaker on 30th April, going away for a week on 2nd July to Spain. I am 77 years young and have had AF for 12

years. Any ideas as to travel insurance companies who would charge reasonable premiums to cover me would be appreciated. Thank you. Di

years. Any ideas as to travel insurance companies who would charge reasonable pr...

Ang3lc4ts

•10 years ago

8 Replies

Chocolate??

Hello, I have a question! At the onset of my diagnosed AF in January I was told to avoid caffeine. So I have decaf coffee and tea with no problem, I also gave...

Hello, I have a question! At the onset of my diagnosed AF in January I was told...

shirljo

•10 years ago

10 Replies

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Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for April 2014

Warfarin and biopsy

Best blood pressure reducing diets?

Fed now.

STROKES.

Are you put to sleep when you have ablation or given just a local also is there a difference between catheter ablation and radiofrequency

Third ablation scheduled soon

Just weened off bisoprolol over the last 2 weeks after being on them for 15 months,yesterday fine but today feeling a bit grotty not such

Warfarin & meal replacements

what is ablation

Ablation Date

Cayenne Pepper

new anticoaglants

Anyone else have a Resting Heart Rate of 50 bpm?

To GO or not to GO

this type of meditation helps me go back into NSR when I have AF. It's called Heartmath. Here is a link to a free webinar to

I have lone AF yet despite everything I read about it ,I still go to the gym and walk up mountains without any apparent symptoms .Why

AF and pacemaker procedure

16 days post ablation for PAF, should I still be getting intense episodes of AF. last week 155bpm, this week 95bpm. Should I contact Cardio?

Hi all my name is Fatima over two years now been on Warferin I go regularly to Antico Clinic before my INR was unstable but thank god now ok

Was told I have paf nearly 2 years ago after going to gp for 18mths saying something not right of course they put it down to the menapause

Pulse

Are Ectopic beats notifiable to the DVLA?

Probiotics have done it for me - Part II

3 bouts of Afib within 10 days of ablation

Are there any signs of a stroke before it happens?

Can some one please explain to me what a CHAD score is ? Also a TIA ? and info on Warfarin Dosages?

My dented tender fingers an answer?

Mum diagnosed with AF

Holiday insurance. Having pacemaker on 30th April, going away for a week on 2nd July to Spain. I am 77 years young and have had AF for 12

Chocolate??

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