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Boston Scientific IV/ICD lead problem - any experience to share please.
Hi, I had a Boston Scientific 2 lead intra venous ICD fitted 4 weeks ago.Background From discharge home the first night going to bed and lying on my back I experienced substantial shocks which were impacting my diaphragm. The following day I was experiencing runs of small pulsing , up to 10 beats at
Hi, I had a Boston Scientific 2 lead intra venous ICD fitted 4 weeks ago.Background From discharge home the first night going to bed and lying on my back I experienced substantial shocks which were impacting my diaphragm. The following day I was experiencing runs of small pulsing , up to 10 beats at
Chinkoflight
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
ICD Firing
I’ve recently (6 weeks ago) had a icd fitted for VT. I am also in stubborn AF. This was all very sudden. I’m a 46 year old who has been active and fit previously. Last Wednesday I was out for a light run, and the ICD fired as my AF triggered it. I felt absolutely fine so the shock came as quite a, well
I’ve recently (6 weeks ago) had a icd fitted for VT. I am also in stubborn AF. This was all very sudden. I’m a 46 year old who has been active and fit previously. Last Wednesday I was out for a light run, and the ICD fired as my AF triggered it. I felt absolutely fine so the shock came as quite a, well
ICdont
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
S-ICD - Am I still able to exercise as normal without too many limitations?
Hi all, thanks for reading! I’m in my early 30’s and have recently been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy and I’m having a subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (S-ICD) put in soon. I am very sporty and love running (fortunately my specialists have said I can carry on with this but I now
Hi all, thanks for reading! I’m in my early 30’s and have recently been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy and I’m having a subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (S-ICD) put in soon. I am very sporty and love running (fortunately my specialists have said I can carry on with this but I now
Tezz12
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
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Could I stop taking Rivaoxaban?
I’ve been on Flecainide, Bisoprolol and Rivaoxaban now for 5 years and have a pacemaker, my heart is in sinus rhythm at 60bpm. I understand that Rivaoxaban is to help prevent blood clots forming, but as my AF is now managed could I stop taking it? I get frequent gum bleeds despite excellent oral hygiene
I’ve been on Flecainide, Bisoprolol and Rivaoxaban now for 5 years and have a pacemaker, my heart is in sinus rhythm at 60bpm. I understand that Rivaoxaban is to help prevent blood clots forming, but as my AF is now managed could I stop taking it? I get frequent gum bleeds despite excellent oral hygiene
Hidden
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
9 months ago
AFib and Cardioversion
I have been in permanent Afib since May 23 and after adjusting to Bisoprolol have managed to maintain a reasonable lifestyle walking and running most days albeit a little slower at times. For the last month have been on Apixaban in readiness for a Cardioversion at the end of this week. I was originally
I have been in permanent Afib since May 23 and after adjusting to Bisoprolol have managed to maintain a reasonable lifestyle walking and running most days albeit a little slower at times. For the last month have been on Apixaban in readiness for a Cardioversion at the end of this week. I was originally
Peo935
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AF Association
9 months ago
Does anyone know if using a neck fan can affect my ICD please.
Does anyone know if using a neck fan can affect my ICD please.
Does anyone know if using a neck fan can affect my ICD please.
A246
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
question for you ectopic sufferers.?
hi you lovely people. I have a question maybe someone can shed light on.?? Iv had ectopic beats on and off for about 30+ years. But somedays they are more powerful and noticeable than other days. and so for me they are not as mentally draining as other days especially when they’re weak. But when
hi you lovely people. I have a question maybe someone can shed light on.?? Iv had ectopic beats on and off for about 30+ years. But somedays they are more powerful and noticeable than other days. and so for me they are not as mentally draining as other days especially when they’re weak. But when
Jetcat
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
9 months ago
Half dose of Eliquis
I am 69 yrs old with low heart disease risk and have had diagnosed afib for three years. I believe I was suffering with it for 2-3 years prior but did not address it until I got the classic symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, out of breath, and vision problems. My doc ran numerous tests on my heart that
I am 69 yrs old with low heart disease risk and have had diagnosed afib for three years. I believe I was suffering with it for 2-3 years prior but did not address it until I got the classic symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, out of breath, and vision problems. My doc ran numerous tests on my heart that
Tralfa
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AF Association
9 months ago
First post.
Warning, long post. 2 am and I have cleaned the kitchen now I can move, even folded the t towels neatly in their box. I could do more but don’t want to wake hubby. I have always loved my fitness, I was a runner and training for an Ironman when things started to go wrong. First joint replacement at
Warning, long post. 2 am and I have cleaned the kitchen now I can move, even folded the t towels neatly in their box. I could do more but don’t want to wake hubby. I have always loved my fitness, I was a runner and training for an Ironman when things started to go wrong. First joint replacement at
TiaPasha
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PMRGCAuk
1 month ago
#WellnessWednesday: Find A Professional Organizer
The International OCD Foundation has partnered with the Institute for Challenging Disorganization® (ICD) to provide our community with this list of professional organizers. ICD® provides education, research, and strategies to benefit people affected by chronic disorganization and the professionals who
The International OCD Foundation has partnered with the Institute for Challenging Disorganization® (ICD) to provide our community with this list of professional organizers. ICD® provides education, research, and strategies to benefit people affected by chronic disorganization and the professionals who
BethIOCDF
IOCDF Staff
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My OCD Community
3 months ago
Is this bladder endo
Hi all. I'm wondering if anyone with bladder endo has experienced anything like this, I have not had bladder endo mentioned however DIE rectosigmoid/ovarian cysts etc awaiting lap to get a full picture. Yesterday I was sat curled up no reason just comfort, when I moved I had the most intense pain from
Hi all. I'm wondering if anyone with bladder endo has experienced anything like this, I have not had bladder endo mentioned however DIE rectosigmoid/ovarian cysts etc awaiting lap to get a full picture. Yesterday I was sat curled up no reason just comfort, when I moved I had the most intense pain from
Lornalost89
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Endometriosis UK
1 month ago
travelling with an ICD
I haven’t flown since my ICD was implanted. Do security need any particular proof? I have my card with the device details but wondered if I need a letter from the hospital. I’m flying to Italy from Gatwick.
I haven’t flown since my ICD was implanted. Do security need any particular proof? I have my card with the device details but wondered if I need a letter from the hospital. I’m flying to Italy from Gatwick.
Actungbaby
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
AF forever?
I have been told I am in permanent AF! I am due to have an ICD fitted end of April, which will take care of any irregular concerning heartbeats...but am I gonna be in AF forever, and be restricted on what I can and can't do? The prospect of being severely restricted for the rest of my life, is not
I have been told I am in permanent AF! I am due to have an ICD fitted end of April, which will take care of any irregular concerning heartbeats...but am I gonna be in AF forever, and be restricted on what I can and can't do? The prospect of being severely restricted for the rest of my life, is not
Bruce67
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
Another antigoagulant question
Hello. A year ago I had painless thyroiditis which sent me into Afib and I remained in Afib constantly for 5 months for which I was on bisoprolol and an anticoagulant. I was then put on an anti arrhythmia meds at the time the thyroid cleared up and was soon back in NSR. That was last March. Since then
Hello. A year ago I had painless thyroiditis which sent me into Afib and I remained in Afib constantly for 5 months for which I was on bisoprolol and an anticoagulant. I was then put on an anti arrhythmia meds at the time the thyroid cleared up and was soon back in NSR. That was last March. Since then
Jafib53
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AF Association
9 months ago
Troponin serial levels
I had an Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest back in Sept last year. Long story short came out of hospital a week later with a defibrillator implanted. However, my discharge letter stated that a Troponin test was done as usual I presume and the serial levels were quoted as 163 and 425. I have been curious
I had an Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest back in Sept last year. Long story short came out of hospital a week later with a defibrillator implanted. However, my discharge letter stated that a Troponin test was done as usual I presume and the serial levels were quoted as 163 and 425. I have been curious
Swalecliffe88
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British Heart Foundation
1 year ago
Anaesthetic ablation.
I’m in Oz. Had a successful (so far) catheter ablation last year. Twilight anaesthesia. Not GA. No problem and no after affects.
I’m in Oz. Had a successful (so far) catheter ablation last year. Twilight anaesthesia. Not GA. No problem and no after affects.
Blissygirl
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AF Association
9 months ago
Experience with no medication!
Hello😊 does anyone as afib and doing nothing like me, I have persistent chronic afib for 4y now but NOT feeling it, only the cardiologist see it with control! He advised me to take Eliquis or I could have a stroke or heart attack! I’m sure and respect he’s medical knowledge and not against medication
Hello😊 does anyone as afib and doing nothing like me, I have persistent chronic afib for 4y now but NOT feeling it, only the cardiologist see it with control! He advised me to take Eliquis or I could have a stroke or heart attack! I’m sure and respect he’s medical knowledge and not against medication
Hidden
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AF Association
9 months ago
Sleeping with an ICD device
I would be hugely grateful for any advice. My partner has been offered an ICD device but is uncertain whether to go ahead, he is worried about a few things related to the device, but impact on sleeping with the device is one of them. If you have an implanted device how have you found sleeping since
I would be hugely grateful for any advice. My partner has been offered an ICD device but is uncertain whether to go ahead, he is worried about a few things related to the device, but impact on sleeping with the device is one of them. If you have an implanted device how have you found sleeping since
DennisMenace68
in
British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
3rd and final chance of cardioversion
Hi Im now at the anniversary of 4 years of persistent af, yesterday I was at a checkup and it’s been decided I’m going to have a cardio version think this will be the last go as last two didn’t work. I’ve worked hard this time and lost 4 stone much more active , and now have a cpap machine which I
Hi Im now at the anniversary of 4 years of persistent af, yesterday I was at a checkup and it’s been decided I’m going to have a cardio version think this will be the last go as last two didn’t work. I’ve worked hard this time and lost 4 stone much more active , and now have a cpap machine which I
Janelr
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
9 months ago
Any help
Hi ,just asking I have been in permanent AF since April of this year although in and out since last November with me it's mainly the artirial flutters all the time ,no energy, feeling short of breath I am on bisoprolol max dosage and digoxin 62.5 never felt the digoxin was right for me anyway had a cardioversion
Hi ,just asking I have been in permanent AF since April of this year although in and out since last November with me it's mainly the artirial flutters all the time ,no energy, feeling short of breath I am on bisoprolol max dosage and digoxin 62.5 never felt the digoxin was right for me anyway had a cardioversion
bobify
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AF Association
9 months ago
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