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Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Jul 30, 2024 | Replies (31)

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@koleke

Thank you for all the positive input on the Watchman device. I was diagnosed with Afib in 2019, but the occurrences were so rare that I was just put on Eliquis and watched every 6 months. By 2022 the Afib turned into full time and though I still had no side effects they did an ablation. Two years later I never feel Afib occurrences, but they gave me a 30 day heart monitor to see if I was having them without knowing. I got a call yesterday stating that the monitor showed some Afib during the 30 days. I also have osteoporosis so they tell me I have a high fall risk. However, I am in good physical shape and work out regularly so I believe that's not a problem yet. I'm 70. I bruise very easily and have not been taking Eliquis as prescribed as I didn't think I was having incidents of Afib. I'm pretty confused at this point and don't really trust the doctors in my area. Is traveling for a reputable doctor worth it? Has anyone out there done that? Thanks!

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I think traveling to a skilled and experienced EP is well worth the money and time spent. S/he is literally your life-line. Think of the money you would spend on a vacation. Traveling to an top-notch EP is worth way more than a vacation. Take care of yourself!