AF and 50% Heart Failure

[Mike-tyson]

Af and Heart Failure

I have had AF for about 6 years after problems under anesthetic for facial Cyst removal. Had one ablation about 4 years ago. Also now have 50% heart failure after a bad chest infection. Been taken off Amiodarone as side effects can be bad. But still on Bisoprolol and Degoxin and one other medication to make my heart pump better. I See my consultant at Stoke on 18th of may to see what he suggest to get me off the medication as they all seem to have quite bad side effects. I think Possibly a second ablation or I think a Pacemaker might be a better permanent option ? If anyone has had a pacemaker fitted for AF and heart failure I would love to hear you views on the subject

[tony85]

Amiodarone is very effective as long as you dont take it for more than 3 months. Longer periods could cause serious side effects

[Mike-tyson in reply to tony85]

Tony. Have taking it for about six months now. But consultant at Stoke has taken me off it. Don’t think it’s given me any long term side effects as had a full eye test at Specsavers last week and they said I did not have any eye problems. Doc has put me in Degoxin and another drug to help my heart beat better?