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Husband due triple heart bypass
Hi! My 62 year old husband is due to have OHS for a triple bypass at Papworth this year (he had LDA stents in 2011 following a heart attack which have since failed). We don't really have any information yet apart from that. Any advice on what to expect during and after, what recovery looks like, things
Hi! My 62 year old husband is due to have OHS for a triple bypass at Papworth this year (he had LDA stents in 2011 following a heart attack which have since failed). We don't really have any information yet apart from that. Any advice on what to expect during and after, what recovery looks like, things
S1462
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British Heart Foundation
15 days ago
Echocardiogram
I had an echocardiogram last October and have had another one recently. I got a letter from my cardiologist with a copy of the results saying it was ok but he gave virtually no information about the progression of my heart failure and permanent afib. I took a photo of both echo results and uploaded them
I had an echocardiogram last October and have had another one recently. I got a letter from my cardiologist with a copy of the results saying it was ok but he gave virtually no information about the progression of my heart failure and permanent afib. I took a photo of both echo results and uploaded them
fairgo45
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
17 days ago
Afib help if persistent
I have been in persistent AF now since July 2023. I was supposed to have a check up by the EP in Hereford in March 2024 to see about cardioversion and talk about ablation, after no appointment I rang and the earliest is May 2025 ! I am only on apixaban at the moment am breathless walking fast and heart
I have been in persistent AF now since July 2023. I was supposed to have a check up by the EP in Hereford in March 2024 to see about cardioversion and talk about ablation, after no appointment I rang and the earliest is May 2025 ! I am only on apixaban at the moment am breathless walking fast and heart
Lilylui
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
18 days ago
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A couple of unusual patients
50 years ago, a young merchant seaman was admitted to the ward in fast AF and heart failure. He had the protruding eyes of Graves Disease He had a reasonable response to antithyroid drugs but not so much to Digoxin and Frusemide . He just went slowly downhill over 2 weeks and died. His family had difficulty
50 years ago, a young merchant seaman was admitted to the ward in fast AF and heart failure. He had the protruding eyes of Graves Disease He had a reasonable response to antithyroid drugs but not so much to Digoxin and Frusemide . He just went slowly downhill over 2 weeks and died. His family had difficulty
Porageface
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
19 days ago
worried
my husband is currently in theatre having a triple heart bypass. I feel so worried even though I know he’s in good hands. just wanted to seek some moral support. The waiting for news is quite stressful.
my husband is currently in theatre having a triple heart bypass. I feel so worried even though I know he’s in good hands. just wanted to seek some moral support. The waiting for news is quite stressful.
Scho1
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British Heart Foundation
19 days ago
Non-sustained atrial tachycardia (NSAT) and flecainide
My most recent Holter showed various ectopics and a few episodes of NSAT. The bouts just lasted for a few beats (5 - 7) and my cardiologist was not overly concerned. I have just been advised to continue with my current medication (bisoprolol and flecainide), and to monitor the episodes in case they become
My most recent Holter showed various ectopics and a few episodes of NSAT. The bouts just lasted for a few beats (5 - 7) and my cardiologist was not overly concerned. I have just been advised to continue with my current medication (bisoprolol and flecainide), and to monitor the episodes in case they become
John3333333
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
20 days ago
More on Kardia…..
I sent one of my Kardia results off for a Clinician Review ( from Alivecor ) It was a ‘Sinus Rythmn with Supraventricular Ectopic’ reading that I wanted confirmed, as I am beginning to think all my SVEs could in fact be Afib ! Anyway, I just got the result which stated : Atrial Tachycardia. Can anyone
I sent one of my Kardia results off for a Clinician Review ( from Alivecor ) It was a ‘Sinus Rythmn with Supraventricular Ectopic’ reading that I wanted confirmed, as I am beginning to think all my SVEs could in fact be Afib ! Anyway, I just got the result which stated : Atrial Tachycardia. Can anyone
Tellingfibs
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
20 days ago
Dry mouth Apixaban/Bisoprolol
Apixaban & Bisoprolol - Does anyone else get a dry mouth while on these? Guess it maybe because I tend to breath harder through my mouth due to the breathlessness caused by the Bisoprolol?😤
Apixaban & Bisoprolol - Does anyone else get a dry mouth while on these? Guess it maybe because I tend to breath harder through my mouth due to the breathlessness caused by the Bisoprolol?😤
KenRC
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
22 days ago
bouldering and rock climbing with a pacemaker
I have recently 2 months ago had open heart surgery and pacemaker implanted. Has anyone continued with climbing and bouldering after getting a pacemaker? Thanks
I have recently 2 months ago had open heart surgery and pacemaker implanted. Has anyone continued with climbing and bouldering after getting a pacemaker? Thanks
Bornticker
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British Heart Foundation
23 days ago
hyperthyroidism
hello everyone. advice please! I have a complicated medical history. my main conditions to date are Takayasus Arteritis (autoimmune vasculitis condition), pulmonary Embolisms, and open heart surgery with mechanical valve fitted. I take many medications to keep this all in check! In July this year
hello everyone. advice please! I have a complicated medical history. my main conditions to date are Takayasus Arteritis (autoimmune vasculitis condition), pulmonary Embolisms, and open heart surgery with mechanical valve fitted. I take many medications to keep this all in check! In July this year
SmileySunshine
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Thyroid UK
24 days ago
ITP worse after CLL reactivated. 2,5 years after stopping Venetoclax/Rituximab with Umrd. Has anyone tried N-plate? Other options?
ITP (secondary to CLL) since 9 years. Treated with Prednisolone, Rituximab and trombopotein (Revolade). CLL treatment with Venetoclax 2021-2022. Stopped after one year because of covid but could take a break since I was Umrd in blood. Open heart surgery By Pass in Jan 23. Heart issues. Recurrent activated
ITP (secondary to CLL) since 9 years. Treated with Prednisolone, Rituximab and trombopotein (Revolade). CLL treatment with Venetoclax 2021-2022. Stopped after one year because of covid but could take a break since I was Umrd in blood. Open heart surgery By Pass in Jan 23. Heart issues. Recurrent activated
Accordion
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CLL Support
24 days ago
sensation in lower legs on Apixaban
I am day 3 on Apixaban plus day 5 on Bisoprolol for persistent AF - my calves are tingling after starting Apixaban no pain or redness - has anyone else had this?
I am day 3 on Apixaban plus day 5 on Bisoprolol for persistent AF - my calves are tingling after starting Apixaban no pain or redness - has anyone else had this?
Lovepainting
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
24 days ago
Issues with Entresto
I have dilated cardiomyopathy but also associated with it, AF and heart failure. I have just been started on Entresto as an alternative to Ramipiril (which I had been on stably for 6 months). Since starting on the Entresto I have had continual very unpleasant lip tingling and my lower face has felt (
I have dilated cardiomyopathy but also associated with it, AF and heart failure. I have just been started on Entresto as an alternative to Ramipiril (which I had been on stably for 6 months). Since starting on the Entresto I have had continual very unpleasant lip tingling and my lower face has felt (
Jishuang44
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
25 days ago
I’m getting worse
Lately I’m having increased episodes of PVCs ? or PACs ? that often turn into hours of tachycardia—regular-looking rhythm but fast (Kardia), usually under 120 bpm. I’ve done all the intervention strategies and more often than not, they don’t make a bit of difference to get me back into normal rhythm
Lately I’m having increased episodes of PVCs ? or PACs ? that often turn into hours of tachycardia—regular-looking rhythm but fast (Kardia), usually under 120 bpm. I’ve done all the intervention strategies and more often than not, they don’t make a bit of difference to get me back into normal rhythm
Doggiemomma
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
26 days ago
A few ECG questions for the wise ones! Kardia versus wellvue for my situation?
I have PAF but for 2 years I have had 1 episode (after long haul flight & jet lag). Then on 8 August, & since, I have had trigenimy PAC & I am now noticing a few AF short episodes thrown in along with some normal sinus rhythm (not much normal SR). The PACs feel permanent 😤 & are very unpleasant. I
I have PAF but for 2 years I have had 1 episode (after long haul flight & jet lag). Then on 8 August, & since, I have had trigenimy PAC & I am now noticing a few AF short episodes thrown in along with some normal sinus rhythm (not much normal SR). The PACs feel permanent 😤 & are very unpleasant. I
Pigleywigley
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
26 days ago
Survivor tattoo
Hi Just thought I’d share my first tattoo with you, following my heart bypass on 18/01/23. The good part is that the area on my chest still has no feeling following the surgery.
Hi Just thought I’d share my first tattoo with you, following my heart bypass on 18/01/23. The good part is that the area on my chest still has no feeling following the surgery.
Richard52
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British Heart Foundation
27 days ago
Arrhythmias: Understanding your condition
Arrhythmias are heart rhythm disorders of your heart’s electrical system, whereby there is a change in the regular beat of your heart, causing it to beat irregularly. Sometimes if the conduction pathway is damaged or becomes blocked, or if an extra pathway exists, the heart’s rhythm changes. For more
Arrhythmias are heart rhythm disorders of your heart’s electrical system, whereby there is a change in the regular beat of your heart, causing it to beat irregularly. Sometimes if the conduction pathway is damaged or becomes blocked, or if an extra pathway exists, the heart’s rhythm changes. For more
SamAdmin
Administrator
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Heart Rhythm Disorders Support
27 days ago
Rivaroxaban (Xarelto) vs apixaban
I recently posted about problems dealing with the side effects of apixaban, mainly lightheadedness and dizziness. I saw my cardiologist today and he changed it to rivaroxaban 20 mg once a day. In reading about the side effects of this drug, I see that it causes "serious bleeding" among other things,
I recently posted about problems dealing with the side effects of apixaban, mainly lightheadedness and dizziness. I saw my cardiologist today and he changed it to rivaroxaban 20 mg once a day. In reading about the side effects of this drug, I see that it causes "serious bleeding" among other things,
Calypso76
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
28 days ago
permanent AF
my husband is in permanent af, he is on Bisoprolol and Apixiban. His heart rate is low around 50. He gets out of breath and tired easily. He had the Bisoprolol increased but this made him unable to walk far withought sitting down , this has massive impact on his life, and Bisoprolol reduced back to where
my husband is in permanent af, he is on Bisoprolol and Apixiban. His heart rate is low around 50. He gets out of breath and tired easily. He had the Bisoprolol increased but this made him unable to walk far withought sitting down , this has massive impact on his life, and Bisoprolol reduced back to where
Byke
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
28 days ago
AF ongoing
I was admitted to A&E last week. This was my third episode of AF. Unfortunately this time I did not return to sinus rhythm. I am now home but still in AF, 4 days later. I have been prescribed 1.25 mg of Bisprolol twice a day as I have a low resting heart rate. I feel so tired but anxious about the way
I was admitted to A&E last week. This was my third episode of AF. Unfortunately this time I did not return to sinus rhythm. I am now home but still in AF, 4 days later. I have been prescribed 1.25 mg of Bisprolol twice a day as I have a low resting heart rate. I feel so tired but anxious about the way
JoB68
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Heart Rhythm Disorders Support
1 month ago
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