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BNP levels raised
Hello everybody I had to have a blood test recently as have been getting slightly more short of breath (SOB) on stairs and slopes. may have been due to some other meds I was prescribed. The GP phoned me and said i have a slightly raised BNP level and i have a face to face appointment with her on Wednesday
Hello everybody I had to have a blood test recently as have been getting slightly more short of breath (SOB) on stairs and slopes. may have been due to some other meds I was prescribed. The GP phoned me and said i have a slightly raised BNP level and i have a face to face appointment with her on Wednesday
Wightbaby
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
1 year ago
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
1 year 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
1 year ago
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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
1 year ago
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
1 year 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
1 year ago
Pacemaker Anxiety
I am shortly to have a biventricular pacemaker fitted and have opted for defibrillator back up. Was very pleased when this was suggested for my heart failure for which medication treatment is restricted by my kidney disease. (Yep. I'm a bit of a wreck !) Now the date is approaching and I'm having cold
I am shortly to have a biventricular pacemaker fitted and have opted for defibrillator back up. Was very pleased when this was suggested for my heart failure for which medication treatment is restricted by my kidney disease. (Yep. I'm a bit of a wreck !) Now the date is approaching and I'm having cold
Aoki
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British Heart Foundation
1 year 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
1 year 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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Atrial Fibrillation Support
1 year 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
1 year ago
BRONCHIECTASIS….PLUS Allergic to medical face mask…any non polypropylene/TPE ones available?
Hi I’m having a nightmare with my bronchiectasis, I’ve had numerous exacerbations this year, use my rescue pack and prednisone when needed…cant remember being well in all honesty. I had HIB in April and given Levofloxacin as Doxycycline won’t shift my HIB. Think I had HIB in 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2023
Hi I’m having a nightmare with my bronchiectasis, I’ve had numerous exacerbations this year, use my rescue pack and prednisone when needed…cant remember being well in all honesty. I had HIB in April and given Levofloxacin as Doxycycline won’t shift my HIB. Think I had HIB in 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2023
Pennylap
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Lung Conditions Community Forum
11 months 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
ICD - DVLA rules says LV EF >35?
Implantable defibrillator ICD and DVLA - the driving regulations says the LV EF must be over 35? Is this right? So if you get a 1 month ban say if the ICD does pacing do you then need to prove an EF above 35? If so how? Will the cardio order an echocardiogram? The cardio sort of brushed off our
Implantable defibrillator ICD and DVLA - the driving regulations says the LV EF must be over 35? Is this right? So if you get a 1 month ban say if the ICD does pacing do you then need to prove an EF above 35? If so how? Will the cardio order an echocardiogram? The cardio sort of brushed off our
Efka
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British Heart Foundation
1 year ago
Blood Thinners for RSL Sufferers
hi Rls friends, I have managed to withdraw from Pramipexole and have been taking Targinact 4.5/ naloxone Successfully for several months However, I have been admitted to hospital with a stroke and finding that I am dispairat this point( after 2 weeks) My usual Targinate has been replaced with a
hi Rls friends, I have managed to withdraw from Pramipexole and have been taking Targinact 4.5/ naloxone Successfully for several months However, I have been admitted to hospital with a stroke and finding that I am dispairat this point( after 2 weeks) My usual Targinate has been replaced with a
Jose651
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Restless Legs Syndrome
1 year ago
Pills Can Cause More Problems
Here's my story: I've had AF for 18 years and have certainly suffered over that time. After 3 ablations and still having arrhythmia which included the following info copied from ECG July 2022 :
Atrial flutter with variable AV block with premature ventricular or aberrantly conducted complexes[
Here's my story: I've had AF for 18 years and have certainly suffered over that time. After 3 ablations and still having arrhythmia which included the following info copied from ECG July 2022 :
Atrial flutter with variable AV block with premature ventricular or aberrantly conducted complexes[
jeanjeannie50
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
1 year ago
Terrible nights when in afib
Hi everyone, I posted yesterday about stress and afib episodes. I now have another question."Do any of you have bad night's sleep when in afib, constant wakening, sweating etc?" If so any advice would be welcome. I am still in afib since the early hours of Saturday morning but much slower, feel tired
Hi everyone, I posted yesterday about stress and afib episodes. I now have another question."Do any of you have bad night's sleep when in afib, constant wakening, sweating etc?" If so any advice would be welcome. I am still in afib since the early hours of Saturday morning but much slower, feel tired
Karendeena
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AF Association
1 year ago
Pace and ablate for atrial tachycardia?
Just wondering..... The evidence here and elsewhere suggests that pace and ablate comprises a good option for many of those folks in later life who have very symptomatic persistent/permanent AF and for whom cardioversion no longer works. We also know that one or more ablations, whilst on the face of
Just wondering..... The evidence here and elsewhere suggests that pace and ablate comprises a good option for many of those folks in later life who have very symptomatic persistent/permanent AF and for whom cardioversion no longer works. We also know that one or more ablations, whilst on the face of
mike1961
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AF Association
1 year ago
What do experienced members think of this?
I was browsing through the online Tabloids, and came across this. Opinions from the well informed would be appreciated please! "I was right about beta blocker Earlier this month I answered a reader’s question about her husband’s heart condition, atrial fibrillation. He was taking a medicine called
I was browsing through the online Tabloids, and came across this. Opinions from the well informed would be appreciated please! "I was right about beta blocker Earlier this month I answered a reader’s question about her husband’s heart condition, atrial fibrillation. He was taking a medicine called
pusillanimous
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AF Association
1 year ago
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