arrythmia

[esherm]

Hi there,

I am 21 and recently been diagnosed with an arrythmia. I am having an EP Study and cardiac ablation on 11th may and am quite nervous! Has anyone on here had one and could tell me what it will be like? (e.g what sensations they had during the procedure, how they felt afterwards etc) thankyou!

[Buffafly]

Hi, may I suggest you join the AF community on HU? You will find many other people with experiences to share. When you post it is a good idea if you give more details, especially where you live and if you are having General Anaesthesia or not, also whether Radiofrequency or Cryoablation as all that makes a difference.

I have had a RF ablation under GA, I was very nervous but although not pleasant it wasn't terrible either. I think there is a video on this site showing an ablation which will give you an idea of what to expect. I don't know what your arrhythmia is but I think the general setup is the same for all.

Best wishes!

[sutaylormills]

My husband had it done about 6 weeks ago. He said he doesn't remember a thing, they sedate you enough where you want to sleep and if you come around they just top up the sedation.

He was very sleepy after being sick due to the sedation, but they are really good they can offer you anti sickness meds.

You will be a little sore after for about a week but that is only around the groin where the tubes were fed up( 3 tiny cuts you can't hardly see them) also you will have to take things easy for a few weeks after.

Hope this helps.

[GarCor in reply to sutaylormills]

Hi,

I've had an RF ablation for AF. I was mildly sedated for the procedure and fully conscious throughout. This is not as scary as it sounds. There is some discomfort (medical speak for pain), but because you are awake you can ask for more pain relief.

There is some pain and stiffness for a few days, but it's not too bad. I was nervous beforehand, but reading the BHF info helped a lot. You'll also see a nurse a week before the procedure, who will talk you through everything.

I'm a wuss when it comes to blood and needles, but I stayed in my comfort zone. Don't forget thick socks, it's cold in the cath lab.

Good luck with it