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Thinning Hair

I’ve been taking Rivaroxaban with Flecainide and Adizem for AFib. My hair has become noticeable thinner. My Consultant has just changed my Rivaroxaban to...

I’ve been taking Rivaroxaban with Flecainide and Adizem for AFib. My hair has be...

PAP48

•2 months ago

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worrying heart rate through the night

I have started to wear my Fitbit to bed after my AF diagnosis but I am very worried that it says, while in AF all night, my heart beat ranges from39 to 169. I...

I have started to wear my Fitbit to bed after my AF diagnosis but I am very worr...

Wilky57

•2 months ago

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Sinus Arrhythmia

3 months after Ablation and still getting a fluttering feeling in heart. ie heart seems normal (60 - 70bpm) then speeds up (90 - 100) then returns to normal...

3 months after Ablation and still getting a fluttering feeling in heart. ie hear...

Minniedog

•2 months ago

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heart banging after eating / morning

Hi all, Hope everyone is well. Just a quick question…does anyone find their heart banging after eating? And particularly the morning after breakfast? Is this...

Hi all, Hope everyone is well. Just a quick question…does anyone find their he...

Holly_lax

•2 months ago

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Coronary calcium channel score

Is statin prescribing linked to Coronary Calcium score? In late 60's my recent Angiogram was fine but had a CCS score of 25. From what I've read, Statins do...

Is statin prescribing linked to Coronary Calcium score? In late 60's my recent ...

sunlovah

•2 months ago

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Mini Maze update

I had my surgery at Sheffield Northern General on the NHS. I live in Essex so my daughter and son in law took me to Sheffield and stayed in a hotel while I was...

I had my surgery at Sheffield Northern General on the NHS. I live in Essex so my...

Mrsvemb

•2 months ago

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Can anyone advise

This is all in last hour . Tho I feel off all the time. Sometimes palpitations if that's what they are make me pass out . Consultant didn't seem to concerned 2...

This is all in last hour . Tho I feel off all the time. Sometimes palpitations i...

Weemidge

•2 months ago

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Name of a beta blocker with less side effects!

Beta blocker that you like with less side effects!

BaileyC57

•2 months ago

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pulse field abalation

Hi I have just heard of pulse-field abalation and that it is not so invasive as other abalation procedures. Has anyone had experience of this in UK?

Hi I have just heard of pulse-field abalation and that it is not so invasive a...

Prawnsalad

•2 months ago

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Anyone else in the same boat?!

Hi! A quick review! Diagnosed with fast AFib four years ago and HCM a year later. On too many meds to mention! Last October had my first ablation-which the...

Hi! A quick review! Diagnosed with fast AFib four years ago and HCM a year later...

Slidingdoors99

•2 months ago

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Statins when bloods are "normal" - for "normal" people.

I have paroxysmal afib and had a TIA 2 years ago. The afib is much improved after an ablation last year and I've been on DOACs since the TIA.My cholesterol and...

I have paroxysmal afib and had a TIA 2 years ago. The afib is much improved afte...

MisterMagoo

•2 months ago

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bartsaf.com

I might be late to the party with this one, but I recently came across bartsaf.com which I have found to be the best resource (outside this group of course!)...

I might be late to the party with this one, but I recently came across bartsaf.c...

Flutterby100

•2 months ago

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flecinide

hello me again , I’m now on 1.25mg bisop am& pm keeping the other 1.25 , as pill in pocket , not had any flecinide since Thursday , been ok , but walking...

hello me again , I’m now on 1.25mg bisop am& pm keeping the other 1.25 , as pil...

Prosecco1997

•2 months ago

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Would you like to know more about your antiarrhythmic medication?

Upon diagnosis of Atrial fibrillation (AF) many are prescribed antiarrhythmic medication(s). These help to restore the normal (sinus) heart rhythm. They...

Upon diagnosis of Atrial fibrillation (AF) many are prescribed antiarrhythmic me...

TracyAdmin

Partner•2 months ago

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Can you take codeine with apixaban

I used to take ibuprofen for my costochondritis but have been told I cannot take it with apixaban, so can I take codeine?

I used to take ibuprofen for my costochondritis but have been told I cannot take...

bigbearatthecave

•2 months ago

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Two weeks after ablation and I'm on the list for a cardioversion

It's two weeks today since I had an ablation for AF. I wasn't in AF before or immediately after the procedure but felt bad on day two with racing irregular...

It's two weeks today since I had an ablation for AF. I wasn't in AF before or i...

JoDogBlue

•2 months ago

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Symptoms of AFib

Hi, A lot of people in the forum have a monitoring device, but quite a few say they they don't need to use it because they can tell when they are having an...

Hi, A lot of people in the forum have a monitoring device, but quite a few say t...

Ilovedogs12

•2 months ago

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Re the recent BMJ report on AF and Heart Failure - a further takeaway

I noticed that one of the conclusions of the report was that as the incidence of AF is rising and the damaging effects of the condition are better understood...

I noticed that one of the conclusions of the report was that as the incidence of...

Buffafly

•2 months ago

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Alcohol

AF cardioconverted on anticoagulant How many non alcoholic drinks can u have in a day ? 2 beers non alcohol /glass non alcohol wine ok?

AF cardioconverted on anticoagulant How many non alcoholic drinks can u have i...

Simeg

•2 months ago

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The outcome of permanent AF

I've had every possible treatment for afib but not cured. My cardiologists explanation might help you understand the reason Atrial fibrillation causes...

I've had every possible treatment for afib but not cured. My cardiologists expla...

fairgo45

•2 months ago

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Pulsed Field Ablation in Australia

I just had my six-month checkup with my electrophysiologist. He was quite excited as our local hospital is commissioning a pulsed-field ablation system in 4...

I just had my six-month checkup with my electrophysiologist. He was quite excite...

OzRob

•2 months ago

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Nebivolol

Today my first day on Nebivolol, was on Metropolo for four years! How long does it take not feeling like a zoomie? I am looking forward to feel better than...

Today my first day on Nebivolol, was on Metropolo for four years! How long does...

BaileyC57

•2 months ago

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Antihistamines & AF

I have allergies but also atrial fibrillation. Are the any natural supplements I can take to reduce my skin irritation, now I'm not taking antihistamines? The...

I have allergies but also atrial fibrillation. Are the any natural supplements I...

LankyCoachMan

•2 months ago

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Easier Way To Reply?

Thank you to everyone who replied to my post this morning about the Daily Mail’s sensational heading re AF the silent killer. There will always be differing...

Thank you to everyone who replied to my post this morning about the Daily Mail’s...

SilverliningsForNow

•2 months ago

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Antihistamine

I have allergies but also atrial fibrillation. Are the any natural supplements I can take to reduce my skin irritation, now I'm not taking antihistamines? The...

I have allergies but also atrial fibrillation. Are the any natural supplements I...

LankyCoachMan

•2 months ago

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Apple watch

my AF history is recorded on my phone from my watch however yesterday I had an episode that didn’t record. Anyone else had that issue? TIA

my AF history is recorded on my phone from my watch however yesterday I had an e...

babs1234

•2 months ago

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Heart failure not stroke is the most common complication of atrial fibrillation -- BMJ Journal

This is a companion thread to one started earlier today that may or may not still be available since a link to an article was posted. Earlier thread here:...

This is a companion thread to one started earlier today that may or may not stil...

mjames1

•2 months ago

77 Replies

covid

no more for me. The last injection I have been fatigued and brain foggy ever since. Regret taking it

no more for me. The last injection I have been fatigued and brain foggy ever sin...

4Pip

•2 months ago

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Ablation

Hi, I know there are many articles around Ablation on here which i will look over... I had my cardiologist appointment yesterday following a 7 day heart...

Hi, I know there are many articles around Ablation on here which i will look ove...

tom0985

•2 months ago

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AFib for past 4 days

Just wondering if anyone out there has experienced being in AFib for longer than a day? And does it revert back? Usually I return to sinus rhythm If I’m only...

Just wondering if anyone out there has experienced being in AFib for longer than...

Dizzy3

•2 months ago

8 Replies

Posts - Atrial Fibrillation Support | HealthUnlocked

Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for April 2024

Thinning Hair

worrying heart rate through the night

Sinus Arrhythmia

heart banging after eating / morning

Coronary calcium channel score

Mini Maze update

Can anyone advise

Name of a beta blocker with less side effects!

pulse field abalation

Anyone else in the same boat?!

Statins when bloods are "normal" - for "normal" people.

bartsaf.com

flecinide

Would you like to know more about your antiarrhythmic medication?

Can you take codeine with apixaban

Two weeks after ablation and I'm on the list for a cardioversion

Symptoms of AFib

Re the recent BMJ report on AF and Heart Failure - a further takeaway

Alcohol

The outcome of permanent AF

Pulsed Field Ablation in Australia

Nebivolol

Antihistamines & AF

Easier Way To Reply?

Antihistamine

Apple watch

Heart failure not stroke is the most common complication of atrial fibrillation -- BMJ Journal

covid

Ablation

AFib for past 4 days

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