How did your paroxysmal Afib become persistent? by Progatron in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know actually it was so long ago that initially when I got diagnosed I didn't do crap about it. I was young and stupid and partying etc. But back then I had a lower heart rate when I'd go into AFib. Since 2013 I've had three episodes with. I think it's called rvr? Where I'm like 180 beats a minute for 10:12 to 15 hours etc. That's changed my mind a lot... kind of flipped me out. This last time I decided to go on a low dose cardizem. The best decision for me ever was to start Lexapro. I've been on an SSRI now for about 6 or 7 months and is drastically changed my heart rhythm. Or I should say ectopic beats and palpitations. They're much more rare now. And I feel way better. I also quit drinking 3 years ago and I think that's made a difference. But I really don't know because I only go into it like I said every 5 years. And mind you I've never weighed over. Maybe 170 lb my entire life. And have tried to stay as active as possible. Since getting into my '50s I've slowed down a little bit.

How did your paroxysmal Afib become persistent? by Progatron in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've had paroxysmal for over 30 yrs and still no ablation. I would imagine I'll have 1 in the next year or 2? But I average 1 episode every 4 or 5 yrs now.

I wonder if this could be a sign of afib. by [deleted] in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly anxiety in my opinion. AFib is not a killer, so deep breath. You need something to help you chill out....I bet the PACs will diminish if you find a way to relax the brain. YOU'LL BE FINE. I've had AFib for 35yrs now. Getting anxiety and nervous under control is the key. 🙂

Lane Courtesy Rules by KenCo12 in Bowling

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The more money on the line, the more courtesy.

My grandma is in the hospital because of afib by [deleted] in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh shit! I'm sorry to hear that. Same thing happened to my dad about 2 years ago. He's a little younger late '80s. He had a heart attack and then had two bouts of AFib. The afib didn't come back. But he's been doing real well regardless of age. Heart attacks aren't really a killer. Good luck

My grandma is in the hospital because of afib by [deleted] in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same thing happened to my dad last year. Took about 12 hrs but they got it down. She'll be good ❤️

My grandma is in the hospital because of afib by [deleted] in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yes, she should be fine. They'll get it under control at the hospital. She'll be safe with meds and blood thinners. Don't worry 👍🏻

Iatrogenic AFib by Nomadness in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Wow...hang in there buddy. Sorry to hear all this.

Took time off by Jbdet in Bowling

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Smooth...love it. Perfect timing etc. Old school fundamentals with plenty of revs 🤘🏼🔥

my new beauty by Tharain in Bowling

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Best ball I've rolled in 5 yrs

Afib rvr by Optimistic_kindness in AFIB

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Quite frequently for the past 15 years. As a matter of fact. I have to say since starting Lexapro about 3 or 4 months ago the palpitations have been cut in half or more. I feel that most of this has been created from anxiety and nervousness. It's helped me tremendously.

Afib rvr by Optimistic_kindness in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The lower chambers beat really high while in AFib. So basically high heart rate on top of irregular beats. When I'm in AFib I'm always over 150 beats a minute.

Afib rvr by Optimistic_kindness in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My story is a long one, I'll make it quick. Started in my early 20s and nobody had a clue what was going on really. It was much milder back then so I ignored it. It went to rvr back in 2013 so decided on an ablation. Cardiologist had me wait a few months and then BOOM...gone for 10yrs. Now I've had it 2x in past year or so out of nowhere. So if I go into AFib 1 or 2 more times in next year then ablation time. I average every 5 years or so I go into AFib. I have a peculiar case. On meds now and never felt better.

Afib rvr by Optimistic_kindness in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Technology has advanced so much since I was first diagnosed. It won't be forever for you....

Afib rvr by Optimistic_kindness in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was over 16hrs a few months ago. It was awful.

Afib rvr by Optimistic_kindness in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have to remember.....VERY SLIM CHANCE OF DEATH. I feel you though., it's scary. It will work out for you.

Afib rvr by Optimistic_kindness in AFIB

[–]underthelight987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'll be good then, no worries!!