Is SVT a problem that always needs medication?

[Maroma]

In the last two months I have had missing heart beats and something the Cardiologist calls repetitive episodes (?). This is the first indication I have had that something may be wrong with my heart. Had a scan, ultrasound and I have been prescribed 2.5m Bisoprolol 'to make me more comfortable'. I wasn't uncomfortable ... just worried! (also on BP tabs for years now controlled for a long time .. and statins). I am 75 and very happy with life!

The missing beats have stopped .. just the occasional feeling of 'flutter'. Am I heading for something worse? Do I really need to start this medication? I would so appreciate some advice. I don't want to take medication unnecessarily.

[Adrian1949]

Take it. I've got the same sort of problem, tried bisoprolol but it didn't agree with me so was put on flecainide. That was brilliant. Theres a number of possible drug treatments, it's a case of finding one that works on you with least side effects.

[Maroma in reply to Adrian1949]

Thanks so much, Adrian. I'm a bit a sea here as its all new to me. I'll do what you say I think and just get on with it

[christina1947]

Hi there I think you must go with the consultant they know better than you or anyone else take care xxx

[Maroma in reply to christina1947]

Thanks for your advice, Christina ... will do