Heart Rhythm Conditions – Welcome to the group

I have been on multaq for 5 years. I am 74 years old and I feel 84 some days I really hate to get dressed and start the day. Does anyone else have a problem with multaq?

Hi all,
Connect recently launched a new feature called Member Spotlights (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/newsfeed-post/connect-member-spotlights-shining-a-light-on-community-members/).

I think the members of the Heart Rhythm group will be particularly interested to read today's member spotlight about Martin, someone many of you have CONNECTed with.

– Meet @predictable: Lifelong Admiration for Mayo Clinic's Sincerity https://connect.mayoclinic.org/newsfeed-post/lifelong-admiration-for-mayo-clinics-sincerity-meet-predictable/

Has anyone tried any of the new rhythm correctors

Hello everyone. I'm glad to be a part of this group and to learn more about afib which I was recently diagnosed with.

Welcome to the Heart Rhythms group on Connect, Nasir. You'll notice that I moved your message to the introduction discussion where you'll meet other members and read more about them. Click VIEW & REPLY in the email notification to see the full discussion thread.

Here are a few discussions specific to A-fib that might interest you.
- AFib questions https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/good-morning-im-almost-66-years-old-with-infrequent-afib-and-on/
- Watchman Implant for A-Fib https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/watchman-implant-for-a-fib/

You said you were recently diagnosed. How are you doing? Have any questions for fellow members?

I need someone input about icd my doctor told me about implanting a icd iam a little afraid dont know weather is a good option or not could someone hep with input thanks for allowing to join this group

Hello @chica -- welcome to Connect. I'm glad you found us. While I don't have an ICD, my daughter had a subcutaneous ICD. She has long QT syndrome and now has a pacemaker instead of the S-ICD. I think it's pretty normal to be a little afraid because of the unknown and questions you might have.

I'm tagging other members in the community who have talked about ICDs or pacemakers to see if they can provide any input for you. @gr82balive @balubeje @shortshot80 @ryman @ronbee @jimana @martishka @billmichalski @sotiredofit @ricke62 @catygirl @bevtar98 do you have any suggestions or input for @chica ?

@chicka can share a little more about your condition and what concerns you have about having an ICD?

John

Hi. I am ja n and diagnosed with Afib about a year ago. Have tried several meds and they will slow the heart rate but not the fibrilation. Dr wants to use one of the new meds to regulate the Durham but they have so mysterious side effects. Anyone experience this situation

(shortshot8 Nancy) I have had my pacemaker for over 10 years and on Monday April 2, I will have a new battery installed. Have to
be in the hospital at 6:30 am. Won't take long but will be closely watched for about 3/4 hours. I just celebrated my 85th birthday on
the 19th March. Still trudging along! Will check in again next week. Nancy

@shortshot80 -- that is terrific! Do check in again next week. Hope all goes well on Monday.