Update: I tested positive for mono. I’m so confused as I always wear a mask, and it’s also kinda unheard of in people 50+by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Just Xarelto. I don’t feel any shortness of breath or other symptoms. And I do know that quitting caffeine can cause fatigue, but as I said I thought maybe quitting would at some point improve the symptoms. Maybe it’s just too soon after stopping the caffeine to know?by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
I am still experiencing fatigue 6 weeks after PFA. Have recently (4 days) cut back and eliminated caffeine so not sure if that’s some of it, but still have so much fatigue. I thought maybe cutting back/eliminating caffeine would help, but still feels the same. Is it normal to feel so tired for so long after ablation? Thanks!by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Perfect, thank you so much for the clarification of the bump at the insertion site. Anesthesia does have a huge impact on me, so hopefully that will improve in the next few days. Is yoga too much strain on the insertion sites? I’ve been holding off on it, and am not sure how long I have to wait. Thank you very muchby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
My PFA was a week ago and I was wondering how long fatigue lasts and also the femoral puncture site. It’s not red or irritated but I have noticed a bump when I press on the area, is that normal and if so how long before the bump goes away? Thanks!by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Sorry, I didn’t not mean rate control I meant antiarrthymic. He did tell me it your only be for 1 month. But I thought I remembered it was a powerful drug. Is multaq a better choice? I’ve had issues with flecainide.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Does anyone know of a good rate control medication that has the fewest side effects? I have many drug sensitivities and had my PFA yesterday. My doc wants to put me on amiiodarone, but I thought someone on this forum had talked about the side effects being bad. Thanks!by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Have a PFA scheduled for my persistent Afib.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
I have met with this EP a couple of times, and I do know he has performed many traditional ablations and has been at this facility for at least 15-20 years. He does have good reviews. So did I specifically choose him a few years ago? No. He was the one who was “assigned” to me, as at the time he was the only one accepting new patients. O recently did ask about other EPs, and was told that they aby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
I’m wondering if this raises a red flag with anyone else. A last minute opportunity came up for a PFA at Mayo. I was supposed to go there for testing Thursday-Friday and have the procedure done on a Monday. They said I do not get to talk with the Dr until the morning of the procedure, but will meet with a CNP 5 days before the procedure. And now they have just changed the dates of my testing tby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thank you so much for clarifying. I’m not sure what the EPs plan is regarding the use of RF in addition to the PFA, but will find out. So thankful for this forum, and all of the helpful information.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Based on the comment above are you saying that a PFA wouldn’t be successful because of my now persistent Afib, therefore would having the traditional RFA be a better option?by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
I want to get opinions. I now have persistent Afib, and have the chance to have a PFA at Mayo in two weeks with a Dr I’ve had virtual visits with. Because it’s new technology this Dr would be performing the PFA, but there will be other EPs in the room observing as well as reps from the company ensuring that their equipment is functioning as expected. My Dr has only done a couple PFAs, but has peby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Do you have the specific name of the genetic test that your EP/Dr. ordered? Thank youby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
That’s very interesting. I will have to look into the testing! Thanks for that info.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Yes I’m sure. I have paradoxical reactions to a few different meds. Do you know if all beta blockers have the same impact, or if it’s just metoprolol?by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
I was on diltiazem last year, but it made my blood pressure skyrocket like in the 170/115 range. Had a really hard time getting it back to normal.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Another question: I’m trying to keep my HR down (under 100) until my procedure in April. My dr only wants me to take metoprolol, (because of multiple drug allergies) which really saps my energy and has all these other effects. I’m wondering if you know of any natural supplements that may help lower the HR? Does anyone know of how bad it is for the HR to be in the 110 range for long term? My EPby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
My EP said they are not doing a TEE. So it must be one of the other two.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Recently I have gone from paroxysmal Afib to persistent Afib. I am scheduled for an ablation and am wondering if now that the Afib is persistent does the success rate of the ablation decrease? Also, when they use general anesthesia for the ablation are you intubated. Thanks!by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
It would be the first of the day I believe at 8 am. It would not be an overnight stay.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Also, I’m in the process of scheduling an ablation, and I’m just wondering if it’s better to schedule for beginning of a week like a Monday or end of week like Thursday. I’m not sure if it matters, but thought I would see if anyone has any knowledge of this. Thanksby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
I’m not sure the reasoning, but as of today they don’t want me taking any anti arrhythmics until after I see my EP next week. Maybe I will have an answer at that time that I can share.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
The metoprolol saps my energy as well, in addition to leaving me lightheaded etc.., perhaps I can find a good alternative med Dr. I will definitely try the Hawthorne berry, I actually did have that supplement a few years ago, will definitely try that again. Regarding age I am a few years younger than you, but for some reason my EP said the PIP was no longer an option because of my age and chadsvby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thanks so much for the information. I will continue on with metoprolol and look into supplements. What type of magnesium did you add: citrate, taurinate, etc? I’ve been hesitant to try flecainide, as my dr has said I can not use it as a pip, due to my age. That it’s recommended to stay on it, but that there is a risk of a serious arrhythmia, etc. Also wondering why my resting heart rate is hiby Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM
I always get the epi free shot as well. It’s true it doesn’t last as long, but at least it’s not a big deal just to get repeated injections of it until the procedure if over.by Dini - AFIBBERS FORUM