A forum for sharing experiences regarding atrial fibrillation and other atrial tachy-arrhythmias. https://www.afibbers.org/forum/list.php?9 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:15:06 +0000 Phorum 5.2.23 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201611,201611#msg-201611 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201611,201611#msg-201611
Two specialists said because I have edema and it’s my lower leg where blood pools, I’m stuck with no scar removal treatments.

I saw this specialist today who thinks he can help with 8 laser treatments (once a month) and monthly micro injections see below with linocaine without epi.

What’s your opinion of the risk of triggering my once pVCs that so far I’m in NSR after a successful PVC ablation by getting injected by the following:?

While standard glaucoma drops (such as prostaglandin analogs) primarily work to lower eye pressure, dermatologists use related antimetabolite and anti-fibrotic medications (like 5-Fluorouracil or Mitomycin C). In dermatology, these powerful medications are micro-injected directly into tough scar tissue (such as hypertrophic scars or keloids) to break down excess collagen and stop the scar from regenerating.

Footnote: I no longer have keloids after a year of pressured use of silicone sheets. It’s a dark ugly 5” x 1” long scar.

I may have had answered my own question:
[ibb.co]

What a shame about the second micro drug:
The Cardiac Risks of Mitomycin C (MMC)
Though less prevalent than with 5-FU, Mitomycin C is a known cardiotoxic agent.
Mechanisms: MMC can cause free-radical formation and damage heart cells, which can trigger acute arrhythmias and even cardiac arrest in susceptible cases.
Synergistic Effects: Historically, MMC is notorious for compounding the cardiotoxic effects of other chemotherapy agents (like doxorubicin), but it can independently cause pericardial inflammation, angina, and heart rhythm disturbances.
Micro-Dosing & Safety
While a "micro-dosing" approach limits the initial localized dose, the medications still enter the bloodstream and can trigger toxic effects—especially if a patient has underlying cardiovascular disease or risk factors. Symptoms of chemotherapy-associated cardiotoxicity often include chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, or sudden fainting.
For comprehensive information regarding chemotherapy-related heart complications and how they manifest, consult reliable cardio-oncology guidelines such as those published by the ⁠American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

5-Fluorouracil (5-FU)5-FU is well-documented for its cardiotoxicity. While its most common side effects are angina and coronary vasospasm, it can also disrupt electrical stability in the heart, leading to both atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.The Mechanism: 5-FU causes endothelial dysfunction, which can lead to sudden coronary artery spasms, localized ischemia, and direct toxic effects on the heart's electrical system.Incidence: When given in systemic cancer doses, cardiotoxicity occurs in roughly 1% to 19% of patients. With micro-doses (e.g., used topically in ophthalmology, dermatology, or scar treatment), this risk is drastically lower, though rare cases of cardiac sensitivity can still occur.

Use with laser:
“Avoid certain supporting equipment: While the laser itself is safe, some aesthetic treatments use supplementary electrical devices (e.g., grounding pads or certain radiofrequency (RF) skin-tightening attachments) that can interfere with pacemakers.”]]> susan.d AFIBBERS FORUM Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:32 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201602,201602#msg-201602 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201602,201602#msg-201602 anneh AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:17:35 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201593,201593#msg-201593 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201593,201593#msg-201593
Carey's comments on that thread have me wondering whether I should have proceeded with my ablation. For now, I am glad I did. I do not feel euphoric, as someone else mentioned, but I feel generally better. And I am not so tired at the end of a day of physical activity.

Backing up a bit; I was diagnosed with Afib one year ago when I presented myself at the emergency room with a feeling I called light headed. That is not exactly correct. It was as if my balance was off a tad when I turned my head.

So other than that, I was asymptomatic, but was found to have Afib 100% of the time. My heart rate was around 70, so no big deal. But I understood the internet advice to tell me it was going to continue to deteriorate. Not sure what I would have done if I had read Carey's advice back when.

Other notes are that the EP said my atrium was moderately scarred and slightly enlarged. He says it may go back to normal size now that I am in sinus rhythm. And if my Watchman lets me get off Eliquis, that will be a definite win.

Some people may get an ablation just to get off Eliquis. But apparently it his hard to get someone out of 100% Afib unless they go to one of the top EPs.]]> nonthumper AFIBBERS FORUM Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:01:00 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201581,201581#msg-201581 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201581,201581#msg-201581
I'm brand new on this forum and I'm glad to have found it.

Here's my story: I'm a 49-year-old Frenchman who was diagnosed with persistent AF in February.

I'm asymptomatic and the AF was discovered accidentally during a completely unrelated procedure. I was immediately put on Eliquis and told to see a cardiologist as soon as possible.

The cardiologist checked my heart to confirm the diagnosis. My heart is structurally normal, no anomaly whatsoever. The blood work was normal.
He put me on Amiodarone and I saw him again two weeks later. The AF was still there, so he said we should give the medication time.

I saw the him again yesterday, no change. He seemed to hesitate a bit (I thought maybe he was pondering giving the med even more time), but he said a cardioversion should be attempted quite quickly. It's scheduled on July 3.

I've been pathologically anxious and depressed for years due to a combination of factors: OCD, PTSD following an abusive relation, solo fatherhood resulting from coercive reproduction... My abusive wife died in 2011 from cancer, one year after my mother (cancer as well). In 2024, my father died (of...yes, cancer!) and I was let go of a company after 25 years).

I'm not exactly surprised by the diagnosis. What's surprising is that I had no major health issue before.

The faliure of Amiodarone has dealt me a serious blow. I've seen so many people follow the correct pathway only to die in the end. It's hard not to think I'm next in line.

I've done a bit of reseach and I don't believe in the cardioversion all that much. It will probably work but only for a short time. It doesn't seem to solve the problem. I guess the cardiologist is following the standard pathway from least invasive to most invasive (ablation).

I guess that my question is 'How much hope is warranted here, if any?" After decades of an unforgiving life, AF is pretty much the last straw. I walk a lot, I lost 20kg in 5 years, autonomy is crucial to me. I really can't picture myself with a decaying heart.

For now, I can only wait for the cardioversion. The cardiologist doesn't seem to find my particular situation serious but maybe I'm not reading him well.

Anyway, that's pretty much it. If anyone has tips or advice, I'll be happy to take it.

I wish everyone well on their journey.]]> Torvic AFIBBERS FORUM Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:29:43 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201579,201579#msg-201579 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201579,201579#msg-201579
But I thought this would have healed up by now. Called nurse navigator, and she said since I didn't miss any Eliquis doses, it probably isn't a clot. Said go to a doctor if it gets worse. It has not gotten worse, nor better.

No redness, and doesn't feel warm. Just a little bulge below the ankle bone on the outside. About the size of a fried egg yolk.

Been icing it occasionally, and taking Tylenol. Just wondering if it's time to go to a doctor. I suppose they would have to do an ultrasound. What do they do if it is a clot? Give a pill to dissolve it?]]> nonthumper AFIBBERS FORUM Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:37:08 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201562,201562#msg-201562 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201562,201562#msg-201562 gbaileytx AFIBBERS FORUM Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:36:24 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201557,201557#msg-201557 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201557,201557#msg-201557 I've been fine on these meds but have noticed the past few weeks feeling a little imbalanced as I walk. It comes and goes, but is present daily. There's also some small light-headedness from time to time, but very, very minor. I never feel in danger of fainting. However, these symptoms are a new experience for me, so I'm curious and a little concerned.

'Google' tells me Flecainide and Metroprolol can have such side effects. / I've just left a message for the local EP. But I wondered if anyone on this board has had similar experiences.]]> californiagal AFIBBERS FORUM Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:29:50 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201545,201545#msg-201545 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201545,201545#msg-201545
My ejection fraction went up approximately 5 percent from have a 3 lead pacemaker replacing my 2 lead over 4 months.

I was hoping for a better result, but I'm sure any improvement is beneficial.

In the test reslult the doctor sent via this thing called mychart, he listed:

Right Atrium: The interatrial septum is aneurysmal"

Does anyone know how serious this is? The clinic I go to is booked out for weeks to months. SO, it will be at least 2 weeks before I can get in an hear what it all means.

Thanks]]> acantha AFIBBERS FORUM Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:24:41 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201542,201542#msg-201542 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201542,201542#msg-201542
The thing is I was able to reliably manipulate an irregular HR, by massaging the chest area that is on the other side of the Sternum. Someone posted a YT video several years ago sowing Breathing exercises along with chest massage to try to convert out of AFIB. More experimentation on future episodes are obviously needed to clarify what is happening.

Any others ever tried chest massage?]]> The Anti-Fib AFIBBERS FORUM Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:12:57 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201536,201536#msg-201536 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201536,201536#msg-201536
Because I was having severe muscle cramps and spasms on 40 mg. atorvastatin he prescribed Crestor 5 mg. There doesn’t seem to be any follow up on my coronary artery disease. I told him I stopped aspirin after about seven weeks due to spitting blood. His notes say bleeding gums. We can’t actually know that. He also apologized for my portal messages being ignored. I mentioned I sent two KardiaMobile strips the nurse requested but nobody acknowledged them. He seemed surprised and said from now on message him not the NP. My NP was working at the hospital that week and never got my messages. He looked at them today and said flutter.

I had thyroid labs yesterday in preparation for my appointment next week with my endocrinologist. Normal. They have been normal for about seven months now. TSH went down a lot compared to last labs in March but was still normal. Of course my doctor made a note on the results that we will discuss at my appointment. Usually he puts “good values.” When I researched what the drop might mean it said it’s possible I’m going hyperthyroid and may need to increase methimazole. I’m still taking 5 mg. daily and have been for about a year.

Pam]]> PamelaJean AFIBBERS FORUM Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:27:08 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201524,201524#msg-201524 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201524,201524#msg-201524

Cardiovascular System (from Recent Advances in Iodine Nutrition, Michael Donaldson, PhD, on ResearchGate.net)

Iodine is critical to the heart and arterial system. Iodine (as well as omega 3 fats) is
critical to the stabilization of the electrical pulses of the heart. Lack of iodine is related to
atrial fibrillation. An iodine-containing drug called amiodarone is used to prevent atrial
and ventrical fibrillation and releases about 9 mg of iodine per day. It is a complex,
toxic drug and is stored in the fatty tissues of the body, but part of its mechanism of
action appears to be the iodine that is being released slowly by the drug.

Bruce West is a chiropractic doctor who has found iodine to be very helpful in helping
patients with arrhythmia problems. He says, “The body needs adequate stores of iodine
for the heart to beat smoothly. After close to a year now of using Iodine Fulfillment
Therapy, I can attest to this fact. Most of the stubborn cases of cardiac arrhythmias and
atrial fibrillation that we were unable to completely correct with our cardiac protocols
have now been resolved with adequate supplies of iodine added to the protocol.”
(West B. Atrial fibrillation, arrhythmias and iodine. Health Alert. 2006;23(6).)

Another article is here: [drsircus.com]]]> TomR AFIBBERS FORUM Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:18:08 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201520,201520#msg-201520 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201520,201520#msg-201520
I'm wondering what I can do about this and is this a prodromal sign of a returning afib? I'm thinking it's time for a Holter monitor to see what my burden is. It has a lot to do with my digestion and I think my heart rhythm is closely tied to my hiatal hernia too; famotidine seems to help on occasion. Also this seems to have something to do with my HR slowing down; when my resting HR was high after the ablation, I had a steady rhythm. Now that's back to my normal 60, I'm experiencing PVCs. My heart rhythm is best when I'm walking or working around the house actively and my HR is up.]]> Shiny Sleeves AFIBBERS FORUM Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:31:11 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201511,201511#msg-201511 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201511,201511#msg-201511 bettylou4488 AFIBBERS FORUM Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:35:20 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201502,201502#msg-201502 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201502,201502#msg-201502 Is it just a part of aging?
Any suggestions to stop it?
I have a desk job, and try to get up and walk around frequently.
Blame the beta blockers?
Any homeopathic remedies for this?]]> allofus AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:14:23 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201494,201494#msg-201494 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201494,201494#msg-201494

[www.escardio.org]

Any thoughts?]]> bettylou4488 AFIBBERS FORUM Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:36:17 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201491,201491#msg-201491 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201491,201491#msg-201491 But what happened was so obvious yet I didn't think about it at the time.
A catheter is a Very efficient drain pipe, maybe too good for an afibber.
I would awake in the morning with 2 litres of urine in the bag at the side of my bed.
My wife noted that my afib had increased.
So I took more water immediately upon waking. It solved early moring the afib.
It was a good reminder that the Waller Water, or any water, is an essential nutrient for afib.
BTW, if anyone gets diagnosed with prostate cancer, react quickly since the nanoknife procedure is quite successful but has a fairly narrow window at early stage where its useful. There are other focal treatment procedures for prostate cancer as well but nanoknife seems to me to be the best.]]> TomR AFIBBERS FORUM Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:48:13 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201483,201483#msg-201483 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201483,201483#msg-201483 [l.facebook.com][0]=AUARB4lMFno1vUqCTuff0nsKSI-960cwwo9LwgHhKqMwG6_RAaf8Qc3RLiEPU8g7olm1azk2_meuQQ2O92IsufLEvaVL4GApnb2LU5M5za_PbOXLKOcWPwWihxIZsIsJG6FppwfmPizBjWrB4BoOxiN40ii5ED53eTRMzHrmHzbO-2ggooaS-oT4A3cKQrNUyRxmkIAbNexg6Pc3xqDAObjDwh4ZRd_-Sw]]> sldabrowski AFIBBERS FORUM Sat, 30 May 2026 11:22:14 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201452,201452#msg-201452 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201452,201452#msg-201452
I tell you all that to say that probably was what triggered it.

But I am researching HF and HFpEF (heart failure preserved ejection fraction), along with Afib and I see a lot of stuff.

I take a calcium channel blocker (cardizem). I am reading that isn't optimal.

I am reading a LOT about GLP1s. I think Carey posted here an article I just read.

6 months ago my HF doc said he only did that for overweight people but it looks like it could be very heart protective for both HF and Afib. I see him again this next week.

So does anyone who is NOT overweight take them- or have info on that- wrt afib or HF if you deal with that?

I should add- I go to the UofMich. they are having a war with BCBS and I may not be able to see them in a few months unless they iron things out. I have made an HFpEF appointment at Cleveland in August. You can't seen an EP there unless referred by another cardiologist. So the HF is first. (Also made appointment with adult congenital folks but not sure how good they are). Any suggestions on an EP there? I am loosely scheduled for an ablation in the fall / early winter at UM- but won't be able to do that if the insurance stuff isn't figured out.

I also see my adult congenial doc next week. I am just trying to figure out what questions to ask and specifically the GLP-1 thing.]]> bettylou4488 AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 24 May 2026 14:53:16 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201448,201448#msg-201448 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201448,201448#msg-201448
Any comments on what this may mean would be appreciated. To me, it seems that there is little to worry about, but???

Many of you may recall my story. Two successful afib ablations, excellent physical condition, 81 years old,1968 Olympic swimmer. Play golf, windsurf, scuba dive, snow ski and regular workouts.]]> Ken AFIBBERS FORUM Sat, 30 May 2026 12:16:38 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201444,201444#msg-201444 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201444,201444#msg-201444 hwkmn05 AFIBBERS FORUM Wed, 27 May 2026 10:38:06 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201424,201424#msg-201424 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201424,201424#msg-201424
Anyhow, no more Afib episodes, however I started developing 24/7 PACs (at a normal HR). Did Met+Flec for a while then decided to go to Dr. Natale in 2023. All good for 7 months, then bam!, PACs came back. Back on Met+Flec for 2 yrs.

Decided to go back last August. Again, amazing for 7 months...then bam!...but not PACs this time ...oh no, no no...this time a sudden increase to 110 BPM while I was sleeping (I have a sleep monitor so I saw exactly when it happened at 4am)....was at 110bpm all day til a walk with the doggie pushed me to a very scary 215bpm Atrial Flutter episode. Called 911, they injected me twice with Adenosine, did not work, finally Diltiazem did the trick (the 3 injections were not fun at all, literally feels like someone is squeezing your heart and trying to stop it for good). Finally at the hospital they gave me Met+Flec and things calmed down for good and was dismissed next day.

I informed Natale's team, they said he wants me back in Austin (I am in FL).

Now here's the scary part....the other morning I forgot my AM dosage of Met+Flec.....all it took was 6hrs (around 3pm) while I was driving for my heart to start acting up again, and once again I had an Atrial Flutter attack (around 150bpm). Scary as hell, this time I did the pill in the pocket thing, took 150 of flec and 50 of Met (the fast acting one), then sat down at home trying to not freak out and breathe slowly. Anyhow, finally after an hr the meds kicked in, but it felt like 10 hrs.

So now I am freaking out cause I know they will ask me to stop meds a few days before, but clearly my heart is not messing around, all it took was 6hr for it to come back with a vengence. I have my call with them on the 26th and will discuss of course.

Anyhow, that's my story...from AFIB, to PACS, and now to FLUTTER. Anything else left on the menu I haven't tried yet? All I can do is laugh cause the alternative is, literally, crying.

End of my rant...thanks for listening lol.

PS: ChatGPT says that most likely my mitral valve prolapse caused my atria to stretch through the yrs (prior to the repair), which messes up with the electrical system, making my situation tricky. Also apparantly the heart is pretty sneaky at finding new pathways after each ablation, kind of like dog biting its tail. Dr Natale did mention last time that due to my vavle repair, the area where he can intervene is somewhat smaller vs other ppl. Fun!]]> WhyMe AFIBBERS FORUM Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:18:57 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201417,201417#msg-201417 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201417,201417#msg-201417 PamelaJean AFIBBERS FORUM Thu, 21 May 2026 02:54:18 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201411,201411#msg-201411 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201411,201411#msg-201411
What does work for me is when I am in bed, on my side, and have one ear pressed down on my arm. I don't think I am hearing my pulse in my arm, but I think I am hearing something internal in my head.

Years before I had afib, I had an irregular heart beat. And it was a bit alarming to hear how often my heart was skipping beats. At that time, my cardiologist said my heart was actually beating twice in rapid succession, then taking an extra rest to even itself out.

Now that I have had an ablation, the beats are much more regular. I am curious to see if it gets even better after my 3 month follow up.

I really liked that cardiologist, though. He not only was just fascinated by heart function, but he truly had empathy for his patients. He always had a smile on his face when hearing about my life. And none of that contempt that many doctors get when they want to blame all your troubles on your life choices. He understood we are human, and therefore imperfect. He is still practicing, but has moved away.]]> nonthumper AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 17 May 2026 20:38:20 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201403,201403#msg-201403 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201403,201403#msg-201403
[medicalxpress.com]]]> Dean AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 17 May 2026 12:47:16 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201364,201364#msg-201364 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201364,201364#msg-201364 This week I did an annual physical with my regular doctor and he also did an EKG and my BPM was 105 and he said I have Afib. He put me on Eliquis 2 5mg tabs daily and Metoprolol Succinate 25mg daily. Also, 3 days later I did a follow up with my heart doctor and he also performed an EKG but said it was fine and no issues. However, he said I need to stay on the meds. I found than strange since I've been going to him for 8 years and no problems detected after multi-test.
Here's my issue, I have never had any symptoms and was surprised when he also said I have Afib based on the one EKG by my regular doctor. and need to stay on the meds. I don't have a good feeling about blood thinners after reading about it online. I know the potential for blood clots but still a little uneasy.
Is it possible that the one EKG might be a flute so to speak? I'm just not into taking additional meds.
Thanks]]> justjoe906 AFIBBERS FORUM Mon, 18 May 2026 20:59:39 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201363,201363#msg-201363 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201363,201363#msg-201363
[www.medscape.com]]]> sldabrowski AFIBBERS FORUM Sat, 16 May 2026 13:16:52 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201356,201356#msg-201356 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201356,201356#msg-201356
Thanks,

Eric]]> EricY AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 31 May 2026 01:18:37 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201352,201352#msg-201352 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201352,201352#msg-201352
[www.medscape.com]]]> sldabrowski AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 24 May 2026 12:40:34 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201348,201348#msg-201348 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201348,201348#msg-201348
The pacemaker I have came a cell phone transmitter, a “Latitude” from Boston Scientific, that sends the data every night.

It used to be they would call me when I went into afib. Now I’m told because of my pacemaker, and that it’s controlling my heart beat at 98% (I’m assuming they mean the ventricles), that persistent afib is okay.

Well, I’m not okay with that. I had a Pulse ablation about a year and a half ago that went well. It was only after I got tested for my ejection fraction that they discovered I needed a 3 lead pacemaker – the one that just got installed.

On the post-op of the pacemaker surgery, I was told I’d been in afib for 18 days a few months back, and then another time for a few days.

I asked why I wasn’t being told, the Dr. said the fibrillation didn’t reach a high enough threshold. Also, when I was there in the post op, I was told I was in afib. AND since it had only been less that 24 hours I was “eligible” for the cardio version- which they did. That was 3 months ago.

So I have NO idea if I’m in afib or not.

The EP who did the ablation and new pacemaker said there could be “gaps” between where between where it the ablation was done.. Said he could see them if he went in again.

I don’t want to be in persistent afib. But how am I to tell if I should get another ablation if I having frequent episodes and they will not tell me.

Any ideas on how deal with this would be appreciated.]]> acantha AFIBBERS FORUM Thu, 14 May 2026 20:29:35 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201341,201341#msg-201341 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?9,201341,201341#msg-201341 Since the ablation I have not gone into afib but I have had something new, when the things happen that used to trigger PAC's and then AFib(swallowing, leaning forward or bloating) I now get a short run of double speed heartbeats (6-7) then resets to NSR, at first i thought this might be the scare tissue healing from the ablation but it's still happening 6 months down the track.
Has anyone else experienced this and is it a sign of future problems.]]> SimonR AFIBBERS FORUM Sun, 10 May 2026 20:17:45 +0000