@mattb4295
Been a long time sufferer of PVCs. Had one ablation for PVC on RV and fixed it. The LV got worse and worse. I was asked to take magnesium proactively not reactively. I was already taking a mixture of magnesium, calcicum and zinc. Read not to take calcium with magnesium (note, not from my doctors but my research).
I started taking a mixture of different type magnesium forms. It comes in many forms but most important is how well it is absorbed. I kept trying different ones (including heart calm) and the combinations worked. I wish I knew if it a specific one or just all but has worked and drastic reduction in PVCs so don't want to mess with it. You will read a lot on MCC on which form is best but it really depends on what works for you.
I am also a new medication called Mexiletine which was prescribed to reduce tachacardia, and did, along with PVCs.
I read you are having a lot of anxiety and stress. Both of those will cause (again my EP at Mayo not my opinion) PVCs. Important to relax and reduce stress. Mys suggestion find a hobby or physical exercise you like doing and take your mind off anxiety over PVCs. Stress and anxiety do not go well with PVCs sufferers. How is your weight?
I had succes in reducing mine with the above. I was having PVCs every 3-4 beats. I can go now 30 beats now with out them. My suggestion work with your EP and if you don't have a EP then suggest you find a experienced one. Also if your PCP and EP feel you would benefit try seeing a Psychiatric Specialist on medications and have them work with your EP. I say this because the Psychiatric Specialist will need to work with your EP and PCP to make sure any medications prescribed do not cause any side affects detrimental to any medical condition.
I have been taking a medication called Esciltiopram (spell?) prescribed by Psychiatric Medication Specialist at Mayo Clinic and it did help. But I am a firm believer in reducting stress and axniety through not only medications but life style changes including doing things that you like to do and enjoy them!
Also talk to your EP about Taurine. It is mentioned here a lot and I take it also.
Good Luck!!
Sounds like you have a great understanding of these horrible rhythm issues. I was wondering what triggered yours? Do you have ischemic issues? Heart attack?
I’m asking because I had an MI last October caused by a vasospasm most likely. No CAD. Since the MI my PVCs have been getting worse. Currently I’m getting about 3k to 5k a day. Not fun. I’m curious to hear more of you story. This is not easy to deal with. I’m 48 and before this ordeal I was in great shape. Now I feel lost.