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Welcome to the Heart Rhythm Conditions group on Mayo Clinic Connect.
Did you know that the average heart beats 100,000 times a day? Millions of people live with heart rhythm problems (heart arrhythmias) which occur when the electrical impulses that coordinate heartbeats don't work properly. Let's connect with each other; we can share stories and learn about coping with the challenges, and living well with abnormal heart rhythms. I invite you to follow the group. Simply click the +FOLLOW icon on the group landing page.
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A question about Apple watches offering ECG heart rhythm tracking:
My background: I'm 81, have occasional SVT and AFIB. Saw three different Cardiologists this year. The first two, seeming very aggressive, tried to sell me on surgically inserting a Loop Recorder above my heart for 24/7 HR tracking. The third, a Veteran's Administration Cardiologist, appeared just the opposite, too nonchalant. Said " Just continue doing what you've been already doing." (Just 25 mg of Metoprolol)
Heeding the advice on many on this forum, and abhoring any kind of surgery, I declined the Loop Recorder idea, but decided to track my HR 24/7 with an Apple watch. Many of you raved about how great the Series 9 is, and is being accepted by more and more doctors. Someone mentioned that the ECG tracking was discontinued by Apple due to patent infringement. Yet now, in looking for a watch that offers both ECG and fitness tracking, I'm finding the Apple Series 10 claims to offer both, and has nice upgrades as well. My question: which watch should I purchase? Is there something wrong with the ECG tracking on the Series 10 that I should be aware of? Thanks in advance.
Hello to all,
I’m a 74 year old female who had a Mitral Valve repair in 2018. Everything was fine for 2-3 years and then I started to have SVT episodes. Cardiologist increased my Metoprolol to 25mg and added Eliquis. Everything is fine again until recently. SVTs increase in strength and duration.
Just from doing my own research and keeping a daily log I discovered I have become extremely sensitive to dehydration. As long as I limit alcohol and caffeine and load up on electrolyte drinks(not just water), I can control/eliminate the SVT episodes. So far so good. It’s been 8 months without a problem.
Hi I'm Sarah, I was just recently told I might have Afib. I was born with a rare heart defect. I have done fine most of my life. Things have really taken a turn since I had COVID in 2023. Has anyone been able to control their Afib with diet & exercise? The medications for it look like they have some scary side effects. That scares me & I truly don't want to take them if I don't have to