Hi, @lindy9 Thank you for your thoughts. I didn't mentioned that I had a brief (less than 5 mins) TIA back in February. The only symptom was aphasia, but it was scary, and that was the reason for the monitor. I didn't realize I was having ANY Afib at all... and if the Eliquis can help prevent a stroke, I'd rather take it than take the chance. I take FOUR different meds for cholesterol, alone.... though I am not yet on meds for BP. I take Rosuvastatin, Repatha, Zetia and Vascepa. I also take Flucotasine twice a day for GERD. I have never been a smoker. The only caffeine I consume is the ONE cup of morning coffee to help me wake up. I could cut that out, but it's one of the few perks left. My wife is French and cooks pretty Mediterranean style.... fresh veggies, fruits, fish rather than red meat most of the time. I never eat anything fried. I do eat a bit of cheese on occasion, but not enough to cause this recent issue with constipation. I have no other regular dairy except for the 2% milk in my morning coffee. I think my gut has been slowing down for a while.... and something in this change just exacerbated that. And when I googled Flecainide, I see constipation as a possible side effect. As for the golden years, I'd agree with your former neighbors!! LOL. Best wishes! Mike