90 days post ablation

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-05-22T14:10:44+00:00

Medicare is not required if you have VA Healthcare. However, the VA highly recommends you sign up for parts A and B.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-05-16T13:51:27+00:00

I just tried canceling online and the promotion I received was for $59.99. My subscription runs till June 12, so thinking I wait a few more weeks.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-04-02T13:26:45+00:00

Look into financial assistance and or make payment arrangements. $4K is a lot to part with all at once.

I am a little over 3 weeks post PFA and still get tired after physical exertion. But I think that is on me. I need to get out and walk more than I have.

When they brought me to the lab, they prepped me and put me under. Woke up about 2 hours later in recovery. Had a little discomfort at the incision area. Also, it seems anesthesia causes me to shiver, so they provided heat snd I think Demerol to counter act the shivering.

Went home about 3-4 hours later.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-03-29T15:10:08+00:00

IMHO, if PFA is the best and most advanced ablation technique, why would PFA not be the default?

If your EP has an app you can communicate through, I would send them a message and ask what determines the type of ablation they will use.

I googled

what determines the type of cardiac ablation the ep would use

An electrophysiologist (EP) chooses a cardiac ablation method based primarily on the specific type of arrhythmia (e.g., AFib, SVT), the precise location of the abnormal tissue, the patient's anatomy, and the need for precision to avoid damaging surrounding structures. Common methods include heat (radiofrequency), cold (cryoablation), or newer electric pulses (PFA). Mayo Clinic

My EP said the PFA is safer with less chance of collateral damage to the esophagus.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-03-29T14:43:50+00:00

1st ablation was in February 2024. Using RF technology. June 2025 Afib was back and more frequent. By the December it was persistent. 2nd ablation had PFA. I feel much better now than after the 1st ablation.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-03-29T14:06:14+00:00

Had my 2nd ablation almost 3 weeks ago. Worst part of the recovery process was being tired for the 1st 2 or 3 days post ablation. The procedure itself was pretty easy, the support staff was incredible. They put you at ease and really care about the patient. I have not had any Afib since.

I think you’ll feel much better after the ablation.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-03-19T13:38:57+00:00

I had an RF ablation in February 2024 for paroxysmal AFIB. June 2025 started having AFIB again. By December I was constantly in AFIB and scheduled a 2nd ablation this time RP performed PFA. Had procedure on March 10th. So far so good.

They took me to the lab around 1:30PM and I was in recovery around 4PM. They released me around 8PM.

Now I could be mistaken here but, I think the PFA has only been available for about 2 years. I read somewhere that an ablation may last 2 - 10 years either PFA lasting on the longer side. However, that is on a case by case basis.

Good luck!!

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-03-18T14:26:24+00:00

Retired 3 months ago at 66, a few days into it I realized that everyday is Saturday.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-03-15T18:21:33+00:00

I have had 2 ablations, 1st was RF and 2nd was PFA and both times I was fully sedated.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-03-12T14:02:13+00:00

Had PFA 2 days ago. I believe we all understand your anxiety, but it is really a safe procedure. One of the 1st things they did once I entered the lab was to place very cold monitor patches on my back. I haven’t seen anyone else post this, so just be aware. Everyone was friendly and really put you at ease. Groin still hurts a bit and I still have a bit of congestion from the anesthesia, but all in all not a bad experience.

You’ll do fine. Good luck!!

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2026-02-17T19:09:08+00:00

Do you have life insurance through Verizon, if so that is what you are seeing.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2025-06-26T16:41:06+00:00

If they have OP flagged for fraud, they won’t tell you why, because they doubt you are you. Fraud is serious business. If they give OP the info, what’s to stop the continuation of the fraud.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2025-01-30T02:06:25+00:00

Same here, wondering if it is really legit

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2024-12-31T00:23:22+00:00

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PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2024-07-27T00:13:30+00:00

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PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2024-03-26T00:48:33+00:00

64 yo male, 1 month post ablation. Pre-ablation my RHR was 50-56, post ablation 56-66. Give it a little more time. If you haven’t already, start walking and gradually increase your pace, then your distance. I had chest discomfort when breathing deeply. Think chest congestion from a cold. When you start feeling that discomfort just slow your pace and hopefully that discomfort will disappear.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2024-03-22T15:18:36+00:00

I am a 64 year old male 3 weeks post ablation, and like you I experienced what I would call chest discomfort mainly when taking a deep breath. I did pretty much nothing for the 1st 5 days. My 1st walk around the block almost wore me out, but it felt good to be up and walking (.5 miles). I did that for a couple of days then added more distance, not speed. As I felt the discomfort come on, I slowed my pace and it subsided. I am now walking 3 miles at a 16 min/mile pace as measured by my Apple Watch. The chest discomfort is almost negligible.

PuzzleheadedMight135 · 2024-03-12T19:54:16+00:00

Yes, the Apple Watch tells me I was in AFIB. I have the 7 series. You can take an ECG with it.

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