QuoteMark Getting a steady stream of “unclassified” and “possible aFib” readings today. BPMs up to about 80 from a norm of about 55. Generally feeling pretty normal. When the Kardia gives those descriptors is it more likely than not that it means one thing more than another such a pacs or pvcs? Took an extra Flecainide a few hours ago but still within dosage parameters for my weight. Don’t wby Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Getting a steady stream of “unclassified” and “possible aFib” readings today. BPMs up to about 80 from a norm of about 55. Generally feeling pretty normal. When the Kardia gives those descriptors is it more likely than not that it means one thing more than another such a pacs or pvcs? Took an extra Flecainide a few hours ago but still within dosage parameters for my weight. Don’t want to goby Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
QuoteCarey Welcome to the forum. Yes, there's a ton of experience here. Decades worth among many, many people. And what's going on is apparently you have afib. Sorry. The big question is whether it's persistent (never stops) or paroxysmal (comes and goes). Since you've only had two EKGs done I doubt if they know the answer to that question, and it's a very important quesby Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
I have never used the Fitbit so cannot comment on its accuracy. Others may be able to help you with that. I do know that I was in asymptomatic, slow rate aFib that lasted several months. BPM in upper 60’s to low 70’s. This was easily picked up by my Kardia. Maybe the EKG just happened to catch things at an opportune moment. Sorry I’m not knowledgeable to offer more.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
QuoteNancy M Thanks, Mark. That is very helpful. Do you have any other side effects from taking Eliquis? The “we’re all different” appplies but I have had no side effects from eliquis.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
“Since I already have chronic insomnia, I don't want one that will make that worse.” I have chronic insomnia related issues. I don’t feel my Rx for eliquis has contributed to or exacerbated my insomnia.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Wondering if anyone has experience with a neurological movement disorder specialist in the Cookeville, Tennessee area?by Mark - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
No apologies necessary. Thanks for your hard work.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Welcome but, at the same time, I’m sorry you’re here. I lurk more than post. You will find great info and support here. You can learn a lot and I picked up a bit of useful info just in this thread alone! Again, glad you made it here and best of luck.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Wishing joy, peace, and blessings to all.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
I have been on flec for about 6 years—75 x 2. No side effects. One breakthrough requiring a cardioversion. Have thought about an ablation but have not been able to pull the trigger—no pun intended. I often wonder if I am doing the right thing. But….by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
That’s certainly putting things in perspective.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Quotebneedell thank you....you advice is reasonable and appreciated...I am still looking for someone who is or has actually tried it. Not sure this will help but you may want to try reposting on the “General Health Forum.” Could be someone reading there may have something to offer.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Susan, Hopefully Home will do the trick. Good thoughts to you.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
I have been on Eliquis for about 6 years with no difficulties. I take a Aleve or ibuprofen as needed but far from on a daily basis. We all handle things differently, though.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Quotebneedell I have seen it mentioned several times on this site that when looking for an EP we should make sure that it is a "Castle Connelly Top Doctor." I was poking around online and I came across this article, and would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks Not sure this is what you may be referring to. It was in a thread that ran about three months ago. Sorry I do not knowby Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
QuoteCarey Define "regular irregular basis." Do you mean using an NSAID daily for a few days every now and then or do you mean using it daily for lengthy periods? The general rule is you can use NSAIDs with Eliquis daily for a few days, maybe a week, but that shouldn't be on a regular basis. There should be gaps between uses long enough to completely wash the NSAID out of your systby Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Quotegloaming. I would take Tylenol and hope to get a decent anti-inflammatory if I need Advil/ibuprofen for that property. I guess the question would be what decent anti-inflammatory similar to Aleve/ibuprofen could you get that would not conflict with eliquis—particularly if you needed to use it on a regular irregularl basis.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
More “pulling” from this end also. Stay strong.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Unfortunately my friend is three states away. When we have talked on the phone he does not seem very knowledgeable about what is going on. His wife seems to do most of the answering from the background. I’ll give it a few more days and try to understand things better. Thanks for your comments.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Said he has/had aFib. Not sure he has a good handle on things. He did say something about the outside of the heart. Also said this was the more difficult of the two ablations he is having. As I mentioned he is still not in NSR and his bpm seem all over the place. He mentioned he’s on some meds but again not quite sure of things. Just wanted to give him word of encouragement.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Friend just had a pericardial ablation. He said something about the procedure required deflating a lung. Also said he will have a second ablation in about a month. Still not in NSR and ecv attempts did not work. Sounds serious. Can anyone simplify?by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
I’m the last one to be giving advice so I’ll ask a question. In the interim, would taking a supplement such as nattokinase be of any help? I know some here take it as part of their daily regimen.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
QuoteCarey I’m a little nervous to add a rate control drug to the mix, but I think it’s necessary. You should be nervous about not having metoprolol in the mix. The two are almost always prescribed together, the reason being there's a rare but dangerous side effect of flecainide if it's taken without a rate control drug. Carey, could you expand on your last.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Best wishes also.by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
“Thank you! I did have a FaceTime consult with him a couple of days ago and he told me that my history of mitral valve disease (severe regurgitation repaired with a MitraClip) might mean that I would need more aggressive ablation work.” Why would this be?by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Did read several “holiday heart” articles. Interesting concept. If I’m correct, no aFib like treatments were recommended i.e. noac’s, eliquis, etc. Would that be wise? Should it be done for a short period of time following the aFib episode? I guess I’m wondering if another condition is thought to have caused the aFib what should be done about it and/or for how long. Reason for my interest…I hby Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM
Can aFib be a transitory event? What I mean is, if you develop a serious illness, sickness, disease, etc during which you are “diagnosed” with aFib, can you be “undiagnosed” as having aFib once that condition is corrected? In other words, can aFib just be a temporary/transitory condition until another condition thought to cause it is corrected? Ugh! Not sure I understand this now!!by Mark - AFIBBERS FORUM