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Denise, I agree with Pam - stay away from Vioxx if it's still being prescribed in spite of the dangers. The glucosamine sulfate and MSM should definitely help but what you need is something that functions similarly to a Cox 2 inhibitor or an anti-inflammatory. Much interest is shown recently in the herb, curcumin for anti-inflammatory properties. There is also a great product called Celedby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Anne - I'm happy to see you posting that you are being conservative with pushing your heart. That's really wise. It's been through a major trauma and it only makes sense to allow it to heal well and thoroughly without facing challenges other than normal function. After my ablation success and so many years of inconvenience with afib - s you say cancelling dates - I had to qby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Steve - In addition to your excellent list, and while not as convenient to pack and carry, I always did and still do carry in my purse a vial of bulk potassium powder which I've measured to one teaspoon and which I can eyeball to take half of that for half a teaspoon mixed in bottled water which I always carry. Before ablation, if I traveled and had afib, I would immediately take potassiuby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
David - Previously I posted this: Dr. Natale recommends Dr. Wyne Davis in London. Perhaps he is in that group? Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Anne - Around 100 mg. CoQ10 is a good dose to be taking. More than that may be to stimulatory to your heart and yes, the body can only absorb so much at one time so it is better to space out dosing. Taking CoQ10 is definitely effective. There are many articles about benefits of supplemental CoQ10 and if you would like to read them, email me and I'll send you some from my files. Thank yoby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Such talent - thank you so much for this. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Well, Babs, it doesn't look good, but you won't know absolutely until the biopsy results are in. Meantime, we can all pray for you and offer support across the miles. My heart goes out to you and I hope you can find strength to get through whatever treatment they propose. Please stay in touch. Special thoughts and prayers coming your way. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
This post continues the thread/discussion of alkalinity and the possible magnesium connection with infection. pH Balancing acidity and alkalinity is a complex and somewhat controversial topic. When I first discovered this forum, I was deeply into studying about pH nd was convinced if I got it right, it would correct my afib; and it did stave off the events for a month when I was obsessedby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Bill B and all.... I'm posting a new thread on the topic of pH which I'm listing as On the Topic of pH - Revisited since I've reposted it a couple of times since my original back in 2002 and am also updating my thoughts a bit. So go to the new topic. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Bill - cancer and other disease conditions thrive in an acidic environment. Alkaline is the way to go. I'll be looking up some info and will post it for you on pH. Everytime my pH becomes too acidic, my MD reminds me to be mindful of diet and push for alkalinity. Perhaps you can locate a copy of Theodore Baroody's book. He is the chiropractor who wrote "Alkalize or Die.&quoby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Laura - you can go back into the session before this one and look for Hans' posts on his first ablation in Canada and then his second one that did work in Bordeaux. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Yes - always was a trigger. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Paul - there are studies to support that statins reduce levels of the enzyme CoQ10 which facilitates energy production (ATP) in the mitochondria (power houses) of cells. Mitochondria are in the highest concentration in heart muscle tissue. Q10 also protects the body (especially heart) from free radical damage; one example would be s oxidative stress that comes from aerobic exercise or any proby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Dear Babs - How tragic. Words can't express how sorry I am to learn of this new development. You've been on my prayer list and will remain. Please stay in touch so we can all offer support for you. So sorry. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Peter, My choice would be to hold out for Dr. Natale if you can; if not, I would try for either Drs. Schweikert or Saliba. Several people here have had Sweikert and I know a person who was very pleased with Saliba. Nothing wrong with Dr. Tchou, either, but his wait must be about the same as Dr. Natale. You can always be asked to put on a cancellation list to move up for either the consult lisby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
BillB - I have some thoughts on this but I'm tuned in very late and will get back to you tomorrow. Probiotics are great for preventing bladder infections. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Glen - I liked the Candex a lot. I had used another herbal product first and then finished with the Candex. I had repeat stool analysis and I tested negative after the last test. You can get rid of Candida. Their literature says there is no Herxheimer reaction die off rash etc. I had it with the first product but not with Candex. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Glen - I believe it would be all time-released products which are coated to break down slowly and dispense the medication over a period of time. If your Cardizem XT is such a product, then you'd probably be wise to avoid Candex, unless you only take the Cardizem once a day. If so, you could take the Candex well apart from that...like 12 hours. I'm just guessing here. As you noted,by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Bob - regarding #2 - at the CCF AF Summit, silent afib was mentioned by virtually every presenter as a fear and a threat. This did not involve the population of undiagnosied afibbers but was in reference to patients with afib and more importantly, those after ablations. They kept mentioning that there were still too many unknowns. Of course, with the removal of the LAA in the surgical proceduby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mackey - Yes. If you can't find the studies etc. email me and I'll send you something from my files. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Pam - What an ordeal. I admire you for your heroics. I blame it on stress and your emotional stress just thinking about it in your subconscious. I had similar experiences with anticipating stressful events and upon reflection decided I had subconsciously worked myself up during sleep and awoke with my worst fears a reality. I guess that's Karma, as you say. Wayne Dyer says "you aby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Laura - Dr. Natale of the CCF did my PVI ablation November 03 after 8 years of afib. My heart is calm, I take no prescription drugs. I was 67 at the time. Very pleased with my result. The important thing for you to do is plenty of research as to the skill and results of whomever you choose to do what procedure. As with any procedure, there are a certain amount of risks. Based on his suby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Aldona - After all you endured, your NSR is certainly a blessing. So happy for you. Live with passion! Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gary - And - good luck to you as well. Soon you'll be enjoying a peaceful heart and a wonderful new home as well. Be sure to keep us posted. Think only positive thoughts! Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Brian - When I inquired about levels of sedation, I was told that they want the patient to be able to respond if necessary since there is a risk of stroke during the procedure. They ask you questions and check responses periodically throughout the procedure and for the rest of the day and until discharge just for that reason. If you are completely 'out' as in general anesthesia, youby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lonnie - I'm not a doctor so my knowledge on this is from experience and what's written here on the BB. James of the UK posted once that the tendency to clot is greater after cardioversion. This came up because I formed a clot in the LAA after cardioversion at 39 hours. Perhaps if it is done sooner, the risk is lowered. If you can just walk in and get a cardioversion 'on demby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Kathleen - this is definitely true and further to that many foods when cooked also create compounds called free glutamates which act just like MSG. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
William - I don't think this is true. Can you give me a reference that states that raw proteins and grains don't metabolize to acid ash? Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Bert - I second Thor's comments. The Cleveland Clinic is a very large facility and they do process a very large number of patients. Sometimes, patients get caught in a squeeze play between the masses and time frames. I had my ablation with Dr. Natale in November of 03 and have been fine ever since. After 8 years on my afib journey, it was the best move I made to recapture a peaceful heby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Did the chiropractor cause the injury or did you go to him for correction of a neck problem? Not that it matters. However, there is a direct involvement with those vertebrae and the meridians to the heart. The cervical impingement on nerves can cause the tremors and also numbness and/or pain in the arms and hands. It's all connected and a qualified chiropractor can help relieve the preby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM