heart

[Kaaayla]

I had a pre assessment today to get fitted a An implantable loop recorder is a very small device that continuously monitors the heartbeat but when I had a ecg it showed ectopic heartbeats now I am just laying in bed worrying and can’t stop thinking about it does anyone else have this? Is it dangerous. Just scared overthinking, I’m getting the recorder because I just keep complaining about fast heart rate and just panic something seriously wrong they put me on a medication months ago called ivabradine but just scared to take it as I read it is to treat adults who have chronic heart failure to reduce their risk of hospitalization for worsening heart failure I just can’t take it

[Casivalentina]

I can appreciate that you're anxious about the implantable device, and, maybe having wil be a source of comfort and decreased anxiety since you'll be being monitored! I'm wishing you all the best! Hang in there! You've got this!!!

[JoJoK9]

I also have a loop recorder and have arrhythmias. I find it comforting that my heart is being monitored 24/7. I know it can make you feel very uncomfortable having arrhythmias, but it is a BIG cycle. The more you worry about them , the more they cause anxiety which can cause more arrhythmias. I wish I could always use my advice for myself but it can be difficult when it’s your heart. All The Best

[Kaaayla in reply to JoJoK9]

I know but I’m worrying because it showed eptopic on ecg my hearts going to stop or something. Like how is my heart going to keep going. If it goes out of rhythm or something but when I googled eptopic says it that dangerous just all depends

[PadThaiNoodles in reply to Kaaayla]

Google will turn up all manner of junk. Try this, from the British Heart Foundation: bhf.org.uk/informationsuppo...

[JoJoK9]

I have ectopic heartbeats all day and night, pac’s and pvc’s. Yes, they can cause you to be anxious and at times can be a little scary. Like I mentioned anxiety can make them worse, try to not focus on them if possible . I’m praying for you!

[RS1974]

Sweetie I'm sorry you're dealing with these health issues . It's seems like your Doctors know what they're doing by putting the device on you. Trust that and know it will be ok.Take care