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Atrial Fibrillation Support

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WATCHMAN device.

Has anyone had this device inplanted in the heart to stop clotting. I think i may be a candidate for this procedure

Has anyone had this device inplanted in the heart to stop clotting. I think i ma...

Alphakiwi

•3 months ago

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5 Days Post Ablation and getting an ECG

After three days of being extremely breathless and light headed following a cryo ablation at the JR last Friday I'm now feeling more settled, my pulse still...

After three days of being extremely breathless and light headed following a cryo...

JoDogBlue

•3 months ago

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No one died from A F

I posted earlier today . I am not now being negative , I am trying to be pragmatic . On this brilliant forum we are constantly told “ no one dies of AF “. I...

I posted earlier today . I am not now being negative , I am trying to be pragma...

Luludean

•3 months ago

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AFib after 2nd Shingles jab

I only occasionally get Afib now following an ablation in 2020, but I had my 2nd shingles jab 3 days ago and it seems to have kicked off my afib again albeit...

I only occasionally get Afib now following an ablation in 2020, but I had my 2nd...

destiny234

•3 months ago

15 Replies

What is a cardioversion?

If you have AF you may have been offered a cardioversion, but may be unsure of what to expect? A cardioversion is a procedure to convert your heart...

If you have AF you may have been offered a cardioversion, but may be unsure of w...

TracyAdmin

Partner•3 months ago

1 Reply

Kardia 6l and old Kardia together

I have used my faithful old style Kardia since 2013 and have just ordered a new 6l version. I aim to use both models on my iPad Air - the old one for an easy...

I have used my faithful old style Kardia since 2013 and have just ordered a new...

Finvola

•3 months ago

9 Replies

flecinide &bisoprolol

hello does anyone take flecinide 50mg once per day , along with bisoprolol , I have missed my last three evening doses due to feeling unwell and dizzy and...

hello does anyone take flecinide 50mg once per day , along with bisoprolol , I h...

Prosecco1997

•3 months ago

36 Replies

International experts agree on standards for catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation

Hot off the press! Essential reading for anyone considering an ablation....

MikeThePike

•3 months ago

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Lopressor dose titration

Permanent afib 100mgm of Lopressor am & 50 pm plus eliquis. Decided to cut back to 50 in am because of blurred vision and now have had upset stomach times 1...

Permanent afib 100mgm of Lopressor am & 50 pm plus eliquis. Decided to cut back...

farewelltoarms

•3 months ago

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pilsicainide hydrochloride

this is my new drug (for now) anyone heard of or used it? I tolerate it well enough, but it need to be taken exactly 8 hours apart 3 times a day. if your...

this is my new drug (for now) anyone heard of or used it? I tolerate it well en...

Japaholic

•3 months ago

1 Reply

blood sugar increase with diltiazem

has anyone noticed an increase in their blood sugar levels . I have pre-diabetes and since taking diltiazem my blood sugar has increased. Apparently it can do...

has anyone noticed an increase in their blood sugar levels . I have pre-diabetes...

Prawnsalad

•3 months ago

1 Reply

my recent post

I sent the last post to A F help, but it could also have been sent to BHS and NRAS. Trouble when you have lots of things wrong !!

I sent the last post to A F help, but it could also have been sent to BHS and NR...

Luludean

•3 months ago

1 Reply

lost recent post

I just now sent a post to A F help line . I can’t see it posted though I did everything. Send then post. Where is it?

I just now sent a post to A F help line . I can’t see it posted though I did eve...

Luludean

•3 months ago

4 Replies

Fear brought on by test result” my chart”

I have gone into total melt down. Living alone and having multiple co morbidities is terrifying ! I was moved from my trusted GP to 2 part time gps, I used to...

I have gone into total melt down. Living alone and having multiple co morbiditie...

Luludean

•3 months ago

3 Replies

tinnitus on all these tables

I have no thyroid so am taking thyroxine & Calcuim along with ,this after an episode a AF ,I was put on Propranolol 40x2 ,Flecainide 5x2 , Apixaban 5x2, and...

I have no thyroid so am taking thyroxine & Calcuim along with ,this after an epi...

Etch43

•3 months ago

6 Replies

a week later

I was diagnosed with AF 7 years ago while at our holiday home in Spain and had the catheter ablation 5 years ago in Switzerland our main home. I wrote last...

I was diagnosed with AF 7 years ago while at our holiday home in Spain and had...

mavart

•3 months ago

4 Replies

Too Much Omega 3 triggering AFib?

I care for a family member with an AFib history. It has recently reared its head again after several years without an issue. I have been trying to find a...

I care for a family member with an AFib history. It has recently reared its hea...

Mulan1

•3 months ago

5 Replies

Something Has to Give!!

Ugh. I am so tired. My Atrial Tachycardia is in full swing and the last few medications have been a flop to try and control it. I wake up constantly all night...

Ugh. I am so tired. My Atrial Tachycardia is in full swing and the last few medi...

MeganMN

•3 months ago

8 Replies

Stopping Apixaban 24 hrs before a procedure. Advice please?

Having been told to stop Apixaban 24 hrs before a procedure midday Thursday, does that mean skip both tablets Wednesday morning and evening. Or simply skip...

Having been told to stop Apixaban 24 hrs before a procedure midday Thursday, doe...

Coco51

•3 months ago

16 Replies

Fitbit versus Apple watch

Thank you to everyone who replied to my post re Apple watch and Kardia. I decided on the Kardia 6 as part of the kit mainly because cardiologists seem to think...

Thank you to everyone who replied to my post re Apple watch and Kardia. I decide...

ainslie

•3 months ago

41 Replies

High heart rate

Two weeks post ablation and have higher than normal heart rate even in bed at night. Not sure if this is waking me up or my anxiety is! Having to read at 4am...

Two weeks post ablation and have higher than normal heart rate even in bed at ni...

Karendeena

•3 months ago

53 Replies

Is aspirin ok for stroke prevention

I took myself off Rivaroxaban and went back to prodaxa but found i still had terrible nausea all night. I went to a doctor yesterday. Told him i couldnt go...

I took myself off Rivaroxaban and went back to prodaxa but found i still had te...

Alphakiwi

•3 months ago

37 Replies

cardioversion

Hi all. I am currently waiting for my first cardioversion. I was told by the cardiologist the wait was six weeks. It’s now seven weeks and heard nothing, so I...

Hi all. I am currently waiting for my first cardioversion. I was told by the car...

DavidLyn

•3 months ago

16 Replies

An EP’s view on atrial fibrillation after his own experience

The lecture of EP John Mandrola’s testimonial made a huge difference when I was first diagnosed with the condition. The man knows what he’s talking about,...

The lecture of EP John Mandrola’s testimonial made a huge difference when I was ...

Model52

•3 months ago

27 Replies

Experiencing frequent Arrythmias After 13 months NSR

Hi all I have been experiencing more excercise intolerance & having lots of Arrythmias.More Arrythmia readings than no abnormalities. So contacted Arrythmia...

Hi all I have been experiencing more excercise intolerance & having lots of Arry...

kkatz

•3 months ago

10 Replies

High Pulse Rate and Irregular Rhythm 3 days after Ablation

I had a cryo ablation at the JR on Friday. I was expecting to be feeling better today but my pulse is all over the place, anywhere between 80 and 140, and...

I had a cryo ablation at the JR on Friday. I was expecting to be feeling better ...

JoDogBlue

•3 months ago

36 Replies

Inflamed ear drum the cause of pulsatile tinnitus?

So today I had a visit to my GP to see what to do about my pulsatile tinnitus in right ear (happens few times a day, for 20-30min). And when she checked my...

So today I had a visit to my GP to see what to do about my pulsatile tinnitus in...

NewOne2023

•3 months ago

3 Replies

7 Years - Unbelievable

I know a lot of people drop out of the forums after recovery, but I have stayed to pass on my experiences. It is now the seventh anniversary of the...

I know a lot of people drop out of the forums after recovery, but I have stayed ...

johnMiosh

•3 months ago

22 Replies

Seeking Honest Feedback on the Minimaze Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation

Dear Forum Members, I hope this message finds you well. I am currently exploring treatment options for atrial fibrillation (AFib) and would greatly...

Dear Forum Members, I hope this message finds you well. I am currently explor...

FandMella

•3 months ago

18 Replies

Short Pulse disease of steroid and A fib

Good morning from NY Hope all is well for everyone. Background : 67 yrs old A fib diagnosed 13 years ago . Only on rate control beta blocker. Metoprolol...

Good morning from NY Hope all is well for everyone. Background : 67 yrs old A ...

Aegean56

•3 months ago

2 Replies

Posts - Atrial Fibrillation Support | HealthUnlocked

Atrial Fibrillation Support

All posts for April 2024

WATCHMAN device.

5 Days Post Ablation and getting an ECG

No one died from A F

AFib after 2nd Shingles jab

What is a cardioversion?

Kardia 6l and old Kardia together

flecinide &bisoprolol

International experts agree on standards for catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation

Lopressor dose titration

pilsicainide hydrochloride

blood sugar increase with diltiazem

my recent post

lost recent post

Fear brought on by test result” my chart”

tinnitus on all these tables

a week later

Too Much Omega 3 triggering AFib?

Something Has to Give!!

Stopping Apixaban 24 hrs before a procedure. Advice please?

Fitbit versus Apple watch

High heart rate

Is aspirin ok for stroke prevention

cardioversion

An EP’s view on atrial fibrillation after his own experience

Experiencing frequent Arrythmias After 13 months NSR

High Pulse Rate and Irregular Rhythm 3 days after Ablation

Inflamed ear drum the cause of pulsatile tinnitus?

7 Years - Unbelievable

Seeking Honest Feedback on the Minimaze Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation

Short Pulse disease of steroid and A fib

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