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I have Bradacardia - when do I need a pacemaker?

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Jun 1 9:16pm | Replies (29)
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@mwmc777

Have had a Pacemaker since May 2023. It keeps my heart rate from dropping below 60. I also try to practice deep breathing as I find myself holding my breath often. But I also have Afib and have had several Cardioversons, 1 Ablation and on Sotalol and Eliquis! Glad to see you have an EP Cardiologist on your team also.

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joseph9 | @joseph9 | May 31 10:31pm

Good to hear you are cognizant of the importance of proper breathing.
Especially you should always breathe through and exhale through the nose.
New to me as I was probably more of a mouth breather,
With my low heart rate I figured I need to get more air in my blood.
Fortunately about the time my heart rate problems I heard a podcast with James Nestor who wrote a book “Breath” about the science of breathing .
Perfect timing for me to find this book .
I’m working on making sure that my breathing maximizes oxygen in my bloodstream to minimize any lightheaded feelings.
Take care👌

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