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Differences between Sedation and GA

I found this to be a helpful link when understanding the different levels of sedation and the differences between [sedation] and GA. It was issued by the...

I found this to be a helpful link when understanding the different levels of sed...

Boouie

•2 years ago

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If you have spare time over the holidays, why don't you sit back, watch, listen and learn with our 'Living with…' patient videos

There is still time to register for our patient educational series ' Living with… " Watch Listen and Learn from some of the medical experts from around the...

There is still time to register for our patient educational series ' Living with...

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•2 years ago

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hattens update

would like to wish all you lovely people a very Happy Christmas and a Healthy New Year. Update on aortic stenosis, have had X-rays, two echocardiograms, a...

would like to wish all you lovely people a very Happy Christmas and a Healthy Ne...

Hatten28

•2 years ago

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AF returns

Hi, Second ablation was on 7 th Jun this year. I had a couple of blips during the 3 month blanking period but nothing since September 5th. Last night I went...

Hi, Second ablation was on 7 th Jun this year. I had a couple of blips during th...

stoneyrosed

•2 years ago

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Ablation Experience

Hello. I thought I would share my Ablation experience which occurred on Monday (19th Dec). I have found it helpful reading people’s thoughts here, so these...

Hello. I thought I would share my Ablation experience which occurred on Monday (...

Boouie

•2 years ago

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Need clarification .............

Hi guys and gals, Just returned from a road trip to west Surrey - my sister and I discussed some family health issues resulting in her giving me a copy of my...

Hi guys and gals, Just returned from a road trip to west Surrey - my sister and...

Hidden

•2 years ago

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clarithromycin

I have been prescribed these antibiotics. I checked with the surgery because when researching g it it said my meds interacted moderately.. The chemist hadn’t...

I have been prescribed these antibiotics. I checked with the surgery because whe...

Gillybean123

•2 years ago

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magnesium advice

I would like to try a magnesium supplement but am unsure what to look for. Can anyone advise if any dos and donts please? I have low iron at the moment so am...

I would like to try a magnesium supplement but am unsure what to look for. Can ...

Pingu778

•2 years ago

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Stopped Dronedarone

I have Paroxysmal AF and only get episodes after being asleep for a few hours. The episodes use to happen one a month but have increased. I was on Soltalol not...

I have Paroxysmal AF and only get episodes after being asleep for a few hours. T...

CDAJ

•2 years ago

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Get the help you need by using 111.nhs.uk

Industrial action There are planned strikes taking place in parts of the NHS. Regardless of any strike action, it is important that patients who need urgent...

Industrial action There are planned strikes taking place in parts of the NHS. R...

TracyAdmin

Partner•2 years ago

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Early Intervention with Cryoablation

https://scitechdaily.com/longer-lasting-benefits-a-more-effective-treatment-for-a-common-heart-condition/ (excerpt) “By treating patients with...

https://scitechdaily.com/longer-lasting-benefits-a-more-effective-treatment-for-...

mav7

•2 years ago

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Silent AFib

Silent Arterial Fibrillation in a73 year old male with a normal heart rate (between 75-85 generally). Unfortunately it's permanent! Seeking advice from...

Silent Arterial Fibrillation in a73 year old male with a normal heart rate (bet...

marinoperna

•2 years ago

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It's 5 days until Christmas …

... but we're reminding everyone to not stress! This time of the year can often cause stress and anxiety which is known to lead to an increased heart rate and...

... but we're reminding everyone to not stress! This time of the year can often...

Hidden

•2 years ago

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colonoscopy pain relief

I have paroxysmal AF. I’m having a colonoscopy and can choose from sedation or gas and air for pain relief. Which is safer for AF? Many thanks in advance.

I have paroxysmal AF. I’m having a colonoscopy and can choose from sedation or g...

LadyLawson

•2 years ago

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back in AF

back in AF early hours of this morning, PIP taken,(flecainide). Not worked - never does, but thought I would try again! Cardioverted in October, so didn’t...

back in AF early hours of this morning, PIP taken,(flecainide). Not worked - nev...

Suesouth

•2 years ago

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Reverting to NSR

What techniques have worked/do work for you to revert back to NSR beyond the usual medication/medical intervention? I was sent this today by one of my...

What techniques have worked/do work for you to revert back to NSR beyond the usu...

jedimasterlincoln

•2 years ago

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Weighted vests osteoporosis

Hi,does anyone think weighted vests are good for osteoporosis, and which is the best thankyou.

Hi,does anyone think weighted vests are good for osteoporosis, and which is ...

Radars

•2 years ago

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We are here to help you...

When you’ve been newly diagnosed with an arrhythmia it can be a very worrying time, by sharing patient stories and experiences we can help reassure, comfort...

When you’ve been newly diagnosed with an arrhythmia it can be a very worrying ti...

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•2 years ago

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Interesting Morning

I am recovering from a severe gastroenteritis episode. Very tough. Lost 6 pounds in weight in a week.. on a very bland diet. So, this morning after I woke at...

I am recovering from a severe gastroenteritis episode. Very tough. Lost 6 pound...

President2012

•2 years ago

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Looking after your heart during the festive season

Christmas is a time where we tend to over indulge with food and alcohol. This can trigger an irregular 💚 rhythm also known as Holiday Heart... So take a...

Christmas is a time where we tend to over indulge with food and alcohol. This ...

Hidden

•2 years ago

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Pace & Ablate Question

This just occurred to me - does anyone know the answer? I’m not having one but it would be the next step if the recent ablation were to fail (PMA says it won’t...

This just occurred to me - does anyone know the answer? I’m not having one but i...

Afibflipper

•2 years ago

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Why doesn't the medical profession recognize Vagal AF?

I am not sure if this has been discussed in the past. The medical profession (as well as this AF Association) recognize 5 types of AF being as follows:-...

I am not sure if this has been discussed in the past. The medical profession (a...

OzRob

•2 years ago

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A week since my first cataract op.

Hello All, Not been on line a lot as not long had one cataract sorted. Next one due at the end of January. Was asked to stop apixaban 3 days before with no...

Hello All, Not been on line a lot as not long had one cataract sorted. Next on...

Desanthony

•2 years ago

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Feeling cold

I am on Nebivolol (beta blockers) 5mg morning and 5mg evening to slow heart rate down and also blood thinners. I have felt absolutely freezing through the...

I am on Nebivolol (beta blockers) 5mg morning and 5mg evening to slow heart rate...

PennyMary

•2 years ago

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Yoga for AFib? Anyone use it to convert out of AFib?

Yoga for AFib conversion.

MalJam

•2 years ago

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Af the return

hi all I had a ablation maybe 3 years ago everything was great until October this year, I had a attack on the plane whilst going on holiday, I sat it out and...

hi all I had a ablation maybe 3 years ago everything was great until October th...

Bauldy

•2 years ago

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Zoledronic acid and muscle mass

Hi,I have recently been diagnosed with osteoporosis, and I think I will be having zoledronic acid infusion, has anyone found it builds them up a little, I am...

Hi,I have recently been diagnosed with osteoporosis, and I think I will be havi...

Radars

•2 years ago

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Newbie first post on here.

Morning all, hope everyone is well and warm this cold Sunday morning. Just thought I'd introduce myself as I've just recently joined the forum but I'm also on...

Morning all, hope everyone is well and warm this cold Sunday morning. Just thoug...

Taz70

•2 years ago

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A 2nd and Final Christmas Ditty (I have messaged Katrina)

A second and last offering to the alternative Christmas carols. This one is chirped along to The Calypso Carol, one if my favourites. See me lying on the...

A second and last offering to the alternative Christmas carols. This one is chir...

Ducky2003

•2 years ago

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Not the ideal Christmas present

After avoiding all bugs past few years,i went down with covid oo Friday, get up this morning my husband (Terry) has now got it,happy days hope it clears...

After avoiding all bugs past few years,i went down with covid oo Friday, get up ...

Fastbeat

•2 years ago

20 Replies

Posts - Atrial Fibrillation Support | HealthUnlocked

Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for December 2022

Differences between Sedation and GA

If you have spare time over the holidays, why don't you sit back, watch, listen and learn with our 'Living with…' patient videos

hattens update

AF returns

Ablation Experience

Need clarification .............

clarithromycin

magnesium advice

Stopped Dronedarone

Get the help you need by using 111.nhs.uk

Early Intervention with Cryoablation

Silent AFib

It's 5 days until Christmas …

colonoscopy pain relief

back in AF

Reverting to NSR

Weighted vests osteoporosis

We are here to help you...

Interesting Morning

Looking after your heart during the festive season

Pace & Ablate Question

Why doesn't the medical profession recognize Vagal AF?

A week since my first cataract op.

Feeling cold

Yoga for AFib? Anyone use it to convert out of AFib?

Af the return

Zoledronic acid and muscle mass

Newbie first post on here.

A 2nd and Final Christmas Ditty (I have messaged Katrina)

Not the ideal Christmas present

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