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Just a comparison of Gatorade G2 and low sodium V8. 12 oz. container. G2 Sodium 160 mg G2 Potassium 45 mg G2 Sugar 7 g V8 Sodium 200 mg V8 Potassium 1180 mg V8 Sugar 12 gby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I wouldn't change a thing! No a-fib in my family. Olympic level swimmer concluding in 1968 (Mexico City Games). A-fib (undiagnosed) started in 1995, diagnosed 6 years later, then a successful ablation 5 years later in 2006. Averaged 33 episodes per year for the last 5 years up until 2006, all documented. Since the ablation, only two a-fib breakthroughs in the last 11 years. Moderaby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
For those seeking an ablation, but haven't found this forum, how do they find a top level ablationist with a high success rate? Even of one finds this forum, it seems that Dr. Natale is the only one around. Also, how is "a high success rate" defined? What is Dr. Natale's success rate? In my case, not having found this forum before my a-fib, my cardiologist knew of a gooby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Although my stress is not normally an issue, when I had a-fib, the episodes usually came on during relaxation times, not stress times. I had 192 episodes over a 6 year period.by Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon, Additionally, I am curious as to what Eliquis does that Plavix doesn't do in the prevention of clots? When I was first diagnosed with a-fib 16 years ago, my Dr. prescribed Plavix rather than Coumadin because of my active life style and the risk of bleeding with Coumadin. I was on Plavix for 6 years, then a successful ablation 10 years ago (no a-fib since). I am on a 91mg aby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Interesting. I had a-fib for 11 yrs, the first 5 undiagnosed and never had any discomfort other than shortness of breath when climbing stairs, etc. The irregular, racing heart rate was disconcerting and was less of an issue once on meds, but that was it. I was in excellent physical condition, so my a-fib was more of an inconvenience than a handicap. I am now 10.5 years post a successful ablatby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Ben I have found that some sort of exercise, at least an hour will guarantee good sleep. Just trying to stay awake until 10:00 is a struggle on the days I exercise. Non exercise days, I still can go to sleep at 10:30, but the sleep involves more tossing and turning. A pretty regular routine with 8 hrs a night with few exceptions. When I exercise, I am done no later than 5:00 pm, with pleby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Andrea39, Convincing oneself that it's no big deal, helps tremendously in dealing with afib. If not complicated by other health issues, afib is tolerable for many of us. I had undiagnosed afib for about 5 years (just some occasional arrhythmia) and then it was finally caught on an EKG. After that point and going on meds, I documented all my episodes for the next 6 years until I finallyby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Before I knew I had afib, episodes would send my heart rate to 180. Normal resting Heart Rate was low 50's. I was in very good condition, doing lots of things including jogging. Once diagnosed and on HR control meds, an episode of afib would send my HR to 90-100. I pretty much could do every I would normally do, except exercise or very active sports. But my episodes would only last a feby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
A true diuretic causes you to loose fluids (more than you ingest). But for coffee, you drink an 8 oz cup of coffee and then urinate 6 oz because of the caffeine, but you still gain some fluid, just not as effective as non-caffeinated drinks. From and article on the subject: QuoteIf you regularly enjoy a few cups of coffee or tea a day, then you can rest assured the moderate amount of caffeinby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
NickC, Wow, I can't imagine not being able to feel A-fib via the carotid artery. I guess the pulse strength must vary quite a bit from individual to individual. When I was in A-fib, it was obvious without checking the pulse and clearly obvious when checking. What are your symptoms when you are in A-fib? How do you know? Shortness of breath is normal if doing much activity, but is theby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
For me, It's hard to define exactly what is going on. My PAC's, both before and after my ablation (10 yrs. ago), seem exactly like A-Fib, but only last 2-4 seconds. Since the ablation, and after finding this site, I have been taking Taurine, Potassium and Magnesium, and the frequency of the PAC's have lessened after taking the supplements. However, after a recent 2 hr. a-fib epiby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Jackie, Thanks for the advice. I have my annual physical/wellness exam next month and will ask for flecainide. My caffeine intake isn't high, normally one cup of coffee in the am and a glass (6 0z.) of Mt. Dew in the early evening. As for the flecainide, what dosage? 50, 100, or 200mg.?by Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thanks for the feedback. So much for my bragging, two days ago I went into a-fib for two hours and then self converted. Fourth time in 10 years and second time this year. Adding more supplements and watching dehydration, but the new ripples in the see are disturbing. I guess time will tell how this play out. Since the overall frequency of my a-fib is very low, and I self-convert, I wondby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I have my ten year ablation anniversary in November. Here is my story, plus it’s worth noting that I didn’t find this website until a year after my ablation. 71 years old; excellent physical condition; 6', 168 lbs; 11 years of LAF; was on meds for the last 6 years after diagnosis; averaged 33 episodes per year for those 6 years (documented when and how long they lasted). The episodes ranby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I think it depends on the individual. Trying to find blame is the game, which sometimes is a shot in the dark. I drink regular coffee daily in the morning and diet Mountain Dew in the afternoon. Also, a glass of wine every evening, and a beer or two socially a couple of times a month. I had my ablation 10 years ago an not a hick-up.by Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon, Thanks so much for the information. It's exactly what I was looking for.by Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I don't know if it was isolated/ablated? I am guessing neither. So if neither, then where am I? I am now in North Carolina and my Dr. is in Dallas, TX.by Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I have read many times about people have a TEE to measure the ejection fraction of the LAA. Fine, we don't want blood pooling in the LAA, but is this test now the norm, and at what point before, during or after an ablation is the test recommended? I had my one and only ablation in 2006 and have been a-fib free ever since, but never a TEE. I assume my LAA is still in place, since I haveby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
McHale said: "2 Rounds with the good doctor and afib free Just a walk in the park IMHO!" Wouldn't 1 round with the good doctor and afib free be a better definition of success? I am not knocking Natale, but repeat ablations seem to be the norm, which I am hoping is not true in my case.by Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon said: "Trying to compare success rates, therefore, requires having a reliable understanding of the EPs average reconnection rates. However, if they are using the 'dot by dot' method as around 98% of all EPs still are, you can pretty much bet the farm that the very best of these 'dot by dot' ablationists were finding roughly 15% to 30% reconnections in patients theby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon, Thanks for the response. I knew that there would be no simple answer, since the variables are so extensive. I asked the question because I have been one of the luck ones, but not at the hands of Dr. Natale. I didn't find this website until after my ablation, performed by Dr. Kevin Wheelan, Baylor Medical Center, Dallas. My cardiologist knew Dr. Wheelan and felt he was theby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Often I see posts that tout a few Doctors and their success/expertise at providing ablations. What concerns me is that much of what I see is about ablation two or three from a highly respected Doctor. What about the folks that had one ablation and have made it to the 10 yr point or longer without a repeat ablation. Lucky? Great Doctor? Doesn't happen? Are we all expected to relapseby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I am sure that some people will have an issue with this, but I will drink a bottle of G2 Gatorade (no sugar) plus two bottles of water (60 total oz.) while playing summer golf. When the heat index is near or over 100, I will drink two Gatorades and two waters (80 oz.). I am also riding a cart. Urine output is less than normal, but somewhat clear during the round. You have to work at stayingby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I can easily feel my carotid pulse, and it's possible that some small beats can't be counted. However when not exercising or doing any physical exertion while I am having an "episode", I really don't notice/feel anything abnormal. I have to check my pulse to see if it's still occurring. Any moderate plus physical activity will generate a noticeable oxygen debt.by Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
I had a successful ablation 9.5 years ago and since that time, I have had only three occasions where there was an apparent breakthrough. Each occasion was for 3-6 hours. On those occasions, my heart rate was elevated to around 80 to 90 (normal resting rate is upper 50's). The last occasion was last week on Friday while at a windsurfing clinic in pretty strong winds where I was working verby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
The heart takes up to a year to fully recover from an ablation. I waited a month (Dr's. recommendation) before I began to exercise again. Clearly, it was much easier/quicker to reach my anaerobic threshold than before the ablation which was predictable because of the month lay off. However, even after a few months of workouts, the problem still persisted, but gradually improved month to mby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
researcher, There are smart risk takers, unlucky risk takers and dumb risk takers. From the list of all the "risky" things I have done in my life, there has been only ONE incident that kept me out of service for more than a day. A badly injured (torn ligaments) right ankle from a Motocross crash in 1969. I think most of us "seniors" understand the consequences of a baby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Denver, Once hooked on windsurfing, it's a lifestyle with a level of high excitement and a low level of risk that compares to little else, but the learning curve is slow. It takes commitment, and it's been my thing for over 30 years. I have experience with Autocross/cars, Motocross/motorcycles, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Snow Skiing, Water Skiing, Running, Backpacking, River Ruby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM
Denver, Impressive and inspirational. Hopefully, some will understand the benefits of being fit and change their lifestyle toward those of us that love life and what it has to offer. I am almost 71 and 9.5 years from a successful ablation. I returned yesterday from two days on the Outer Banks in NC, where I had two good days of windsurfing in winds from 20-30 mph. I carry a GPS and recorby Ken - AFIBBERS FORUM