Palpitations

[Bird62]

Hello , new here . Hubby had 3 stents filled around 8 years ago , 3 blockages. He’s recently been having disturbing bouts of unsettling palpitations, these come at random times at rest and while working. He’s on aspirin and 80mg statins . I’ve managed to get him a doctors appointment and was wondering what the next step might be . He’s 59 and otherwise fit and healthy.

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Hello

The Doctor might refer him back to the Hospital to check if everything is fine which is a good thing if he gets the all clear they may look at his medications he takes

Of course if anything gets worse before he sees the Doctor then it is 111 or A&E

Hope the appointment is soon and let us know how he gets on x

[Bird62 in reply to Hidden]

thank you for the reply and support, he had his appointment this morning and while he was there the palpitations started again , they did an ECG and have placed a 24 hour monitor on him which are really small now ! he’s lucky to have had the checks to which we’re grateful, otherwise fit and healthy and as we speak has gone off on an 8 mile bike ride . Hopefully they will be harmless but even so needs investigation. Thank you for all your help x

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Hello

In a way I am glad the palpitations happened while he was at his appointment at least that way they saw it was happening with their own eyes as we say and as a precaution put the monitor on

Like you say he does sound healthy but always best to check and I really hope you will let us know how he gets on x

[Bird62 in reply to Hidden]

hello , a quick update on hubbys palpitations . He’s had an update from the GP , he has an extra heartbeat which is ‘ normal’ and nothing to be concerned about, huge relief .

Thank you for your help and valued support.

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Hello

Brilliant news you must both feel relieved and I am so pleased for you both

Thank you for letting me know x

[Bird62 in reply to Hidden]

thank you again, it’s very reassuring to have support here x

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[Kristin1812 Heart Star]

Welcome. Its always sensible to check such a new symptom, particularly with a heart history. . The NHS website is v clear (look up Palpitations) saying they are most often benign. The GP may do some heart tests immediately, at the appointment, and may also look at other possible causes

[Bird62 in reply to Kristin1812]

thank you yes , he’s had an ECG and has been fitted with a 24 hr monitor , he’s pretty fit otherwise so hopefully it’s nothing to worry about. Thank you x

[Kristin1812 Heart Star]

That’s good the GP is onto it.

[Bird62 in reply to Kristin1812]

good evening, quick update on hubbys palpitations . He had a call from the doctor today, he has an extra heartbeat which apparently is nothing for him to be concerned about.

Thank you for the valued support.

[Kristin1812 Heart Star]

I’m so pleased to hear that. A great result. You can relax a bit, now!

[Bird62 in reply to Kristin1812]

yes thank you , it’s always very concerning when symptoms occur after a heart attack and stents , thankfully this is nothing to worry about. Thank you once again for the support x

[Bird62 in reply to Kristin1812]

sorry to ask again, another recent problem… hubbys still having extra beats but now with dizziness, lasts a few seconds but when he does get them he says it feels like he’s ‘ going to go’ . If it happens once more much to his resistance I’m calling for an ambulance, he gets cross when I say what I’ll do but I will override him .

[Kristin1812 Heart Star]

if you're worried by a new symptom, do get an Ambulance. But another choice is to call 111. I’ve always found them very good, and thorough, tho’ it can feel like a lot of questions, as they have to be sure to do the triage right, to get him what he needs.

[Bird62 in reply to Kristin1812]

thank you yes I will , hope you are well also. take good care x