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SVT question!

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Sep 27 9:51am | Replies (19)

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I had SVT for maybe 20 years until I had an ablation in 2018. Regarding triggers, sometimes there was nothing, it just happened. When jogging I noticed that if I stopped suddenly, like for traffic, that would set it off. I don’t think I ever had it for longer than an hour, although it sure felt like a long time. To resolve it I tried the valsalva maneuver, sticking my face in cold water and most of the time I just figure out how to breathe and stretch out my chest. You’ll probably have to play around with some options to figure out what works for you. I was never on meds for it which in hindsight would probably have been helpful.

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I too have tried the slow breathing, the valsalva maneuver and coughing. Haven’t tried the face in ice water yet 🫨. The trigger has me stumped. Constant housework for 2 days, floors, beds, laundry etc and I was fine. 2 days later and I was useless. Thank you for your story and comments.

After your ablation you never had anymore episodes?