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Very Nervous of Flying ✈️
Hi folks, Was at the nurse having blood taken yesterday and she asked where had I been on holiday as I was a nice colour. I told her I wasn’t going until September but was heading for Rhodes. As my Afib had been mentioned she said ‘how are you feeling about flying’. I just looked at her and said why
Hi folks, Was at the nurse having blood taken yesterday and she asked where had I been on holiday as I was a nice colour. I told her I wasn’t going until September but was heading for Rhodes. As my Afib had been mentioned she said ‘how are you feeling about flying’. I just looked at her and said why
Ailsablue
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AF Association
11 months ago
Should I live with it?
I am 60 years old and diagnosed with persistent Afib this past November. Probably had it more than a year prior as it is asymptomatic being the type with irregular rhythm with my resting heart rate at 50-60 bpm. Went on Eliquis and have been cardioverted three times- first with no meds and NSF only
I am 60 years old and diagnosed with persistent Afib this past November. Probably had it more than a year prior as it is asymptomatic being the type with irregular rhythm with my resting heart rate at 50-60 bpm. Went on Eliquis and have been cardioverted three times- first with no meds and NSF only
Pairodime
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AF Association
11 months ago
My AF Journey and Statins ?
I started getting palpitations in Jul/Aug 2017 and was diagnosed with af, however it was only occasional ie 2-3 times per year for the next couple of years. Gradually got worse and eventually was getting af attacks every couple of days and last year was put on 1.25 mg of Bisoprolol which I hated, extreme
I started getting palpitations in Jul/Aug 2017 and was diagnosed with af, however it was only occasional ie 2-3 times per year for the next couple of years. Gradually got worse and eventually was getting af attacks every couple of days and last year was put on 1.25 mg of Bisoprolol which I hated, extreme
tealdozer
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AF Association
11 months ago
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Cardioversion NHS waiting time.
Newbie here. Persistent AFib for 3m. Echocardiogram done. Cardioversion likely to be recommended. Wondered what waiting times people were experiencing? Thanks for any contributions.
Newbie here. Persistent AFib for 3m. Echocardiogram done. Cardioversion likely to be recommended. Wondered what waiting times people were experiencing? Thanks for any contributions.
Hallane
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AF Association
11 months ago
Arrhythmia after open heart surgery - any others with similiar experiences?
Hi there, I'm new to this forum and looking forward to learning from you all. 8 weeks ago I had open heart surgey to correct a large atrial septal defect (hole in the heart). It was diagnosed at Christmas. Prior to this I had no cardiac symptoms at all - I was power lifting in the gym, cycling a 20km
Hi there, I'm new to this forum and looking forward to learning from you all. 8 weeks ago I had open heart surgey to correct a large atrial septal defect (hole in the heart). It was diagnosed at Christmas. Prior to this I had no cardiac symptoms at all - I was power lifting in the gym, cycling a 20km
LadyZ13
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AF Association
11 months ago
Amiodarone
I just wanted to clear up such negative responses to amiodarone. What is the mortality rate for amiodarone? In unadjusted analysis, amiodarone recipients had a slightly higher risk of death compared to non-recipients in the full cohort (87 vs 73 deaths per 1,000 person-years; P<0.001) but not in the
I just wanted to clear up such negative responses to amiodarone. What is the mortality rate for amiodarone? In unadjusted analysis, amiodarone recipients had a slightly higher risk of death compared to non-recipients in the full cohort (87 vs 73 deaths per 1,000 person-years; P<0.001) but not in the
kocoach
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
11 months ago
2 years
Very happy to hit 2 year mark from last AFIB incident. I was 48 when I had my first episode which terrified me, and the second episode was 9 months later. Both resolved on their own. I started working on lifestyle changes from the first incident. I focused on dropping milk from my diet and keeping
Very happy to hit 2 year mark from last AFIB incident. I was 48 when I had my first episode which terrified me, and the second episode was 9 months later. Both resolved on their own. I started working on lifestyle changes from the first incident. I focused on dropping milk from my diet and keeping
msc667
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AF Association
11 months ago
AFib and Blood Pressure
Is there a correlation or causation or no link between Afib and high blood pressure? I had sudden occurrence of persistent AF and high BP. My BP had always been well within the normal range. Thank you for any info you can provide. I know it will be thoughtful and I understand you are not physicians
Is there a correlation or causation or no link between Afib and high blood pressure? I had sudden occurrence of persistent AF and high BP. My BP had always been well within the normal range. Thank you for any info you can provide. I know it will be thoughtful and I understand you are not physicians
Cholla3
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AF Association
11 months ago
Too much to take in!
A lot going on with no answers. Firstly having been diagnosed with AF in May, I had my fourth episode whilst in France a couple of weeks ago. Previous to that I was asked whether I would take part in the DOCCLA system which is an extension of a hospital ward apparently where they monitor you at home
A lot going on with no answers. Firstly having been diagnosed with AF in May, I had my fourth episode whilst in France a couple of weeks ago. Previous to that I was asked whether I would take part in the DOCCLA system which is an extension of a hospital ward apparently where they monitor you at home
Retired010
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AF Association
11 months ago
How long to stay on blood thinners …and after ablation heart symptoms….
Good morning all, Since I haven’t heard from a doctor about blood thinners, how long should I stay on them after ablation? Thinking blanking period but I think here they said one month? After I eat dinner and walk the dog I start to get increases in heart rate (sitting down normally 60 but will be
Good morning all, Since I haven’t heard from a doctor about blood thinners, how long should I stay on them after ablation? Thinking blanking period but I think here they said one month? After I eat dinner and walk the dog I start to get increases in heart rate (sitting down normally 60 but will be
Chrissy7
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
11 months ago
Dr Michael Moseley
there have been tributes from many colleagues and people whose lives have improved dramatically as a consequence of his broadcasting The mention of his saving a colleague’s life is absolutely true . He and another dr saw herb drop to the floor turn blue - heart stopped. He and Claire did CPR till
there have been tributes from many colleagues and people whose lives have improved dramatically as a consequence of his broadcasting The mention of his saving a colleague’s life is absolutely true . He and another dr saw herb drop to the floor turn blue - heart stopped. He and Claire did CPR till
Thinkhealthy
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
19 days ago
hi everyone
hi bit of a silly question but here goes. I am going on holiday to Turkey. I have a defibrillator fitted 4 months ago is it okay to go swimming in the hotel pool?
hi bit of a silly question but here goes. I am going on holiday to Turkey. I have a defibrillator fitted 4 months ago is it okay to go swimming in the hotel pool?
George6969
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British Heart Foundation
20 days ago
Newly diagnosed AFib 40 year old
Hello everyone, last week I was diagnosed with persistent afib with lbbb and I'm terrified. I've been discharged with a bag of meds (bisoprolol, flecanide and rivaroxaban) and on the list for an ablation. I haven't been given much info and investigated everything myself. I just feel utterly depressed
Hello everyone, last week I was diagnosed with persistent afib with lbbb and I'm terrified. I've been discharged with a bag of meds (bisoprolol, flecanide and rivaroxaban) and on the list for an ablation. I haven't been given much info and investigated everything myself. I just feel utterly depressed
Harrgem
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AF Association
11 months ago
hello
hi everyone I got pacemaker and a defibrillator fitted 3 months ago. I am going to start training again ie lifting weights. To brake back in . My question is the gym I train at has a hot tub and sauna. Do you think it will be safe for me to use them ? Thanks in advance
hi everyone I got pacemaker and a defibrillator fitted 3 months ago. I am going to start training again ie lifting weights. To brake back in . My question is the gym I train at has a hot tub and sauna. Do you think it will be safe for me to use them ? Thanks in advance
George6969
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British Heart Foundation
21 days ago
Caroline
Hi everyone my name is Caroline , I am joining this group today as yesterday I had a defibrillator fitted above my rib cage, I have now seen online that this means I will not be able to use an escalator , do you know if this is true please? Please excuse any wrong punctuation not something I've ever
Hi everyone my name is Caroline , I am joining this group today as yesterday I had a defibrillator fitted above my rib cage, I have now seen online that this means I will not be able to use an escalator , do you know if this is true please? Please excuse any wrong punctuation not something I've ever
Plymouth84
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British Heart Foundation
23 days ago
After an AFib attack symptoms
I was diagnosed with AFib in October 2021 and am on an anticoagulant although I also take several medications for Hypertension including Bisoprol 15mg. Fortunately I have not had many AFib episodes although had one in the early hours of this morning.When I am having an AFib episode I find I need to pass
I was diagnosed with AFib in October 2021 and am on an anticoagulant although I also take several medications for Hypertension including Bisoprol 15mg. Fortunately I have not had many AFib episodes although had one in the early hours of this morning.When I am having an AFib episode I find I need to pass
Jomaur
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
11 months ago
I need some information and help
I am reaching out again to you wonderful people. Can you tell me if irregular heartbeat usually below 100, sometimes a bit over for five minutes is also atrial fibrillation. Are they the same thing I would like to understand - how this works. I have now had irregular heart beat that I can feel
I am reaching out again to you wonderful people. Can you tell me if irregular heartbeat usually below 100, sometimes a bit over for five minutes is also atrial fibrillation. Are they the same thing I would like to understand - how this works. I have now had irregular heart beat that I can feel
kitttycat
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AF Association
11 months ago
Can you spare 10 minutes of your time?
This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on the description of a new type of ICD, which has recently been launched. Although many of you will never need a device like this, your feedback would be really valuable. ICDs are implantable heart devices, similar to pacemakers
This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on the description of a new type of ICD, which has recently been launched. Although many of you will never need a device like this, your feedback would be really valuable. ICDs are implantable heart devices, similar to pacemakers
Lucy-Admin
Administrator
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Unexplained Faints and Consciousness
29 days ago
Can you spare 10 minutes of your time?
This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on the description of a new type of ICD, which has recently been launched. Although many of you will never need a device like this, your feedback would be really valuable. ICDs are implantable heart devices, similar to pacemakers
This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on the description of a new type of ICD, which has recently been launched. Although many of you will never need a device like this, your feedback would be really valuable. ICDs are implantable heart devices, similar to pacemakers
Lucy-Admin
Administrator
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Supraventricular Tachycardia Support
29 days ago
Can you spare 10 minutes of your time?
This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on the description of a new type of ICD, which has recently been launched. Although many of you will never need a device like this, your feedback would be really valuable. ICDs are implantable heart devices, similar to pacemakers
This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on the description of a new type of ICD, which has recently been launched. Although many of you will never need a device like this, your feedback would be really valuable. ICDs are implantable heart devices, similar to pacemakers
Lucy-Admin
Administrator
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Sudden Cardiac Arrest & Heart Attack
29 days ago
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