Heart Rhythm Conditions – Welcome to the group

Hello yoanne, thanks for your interest in my history, it is a bit lengthy and complex. I received the original Medtronic's pacemaker defibrillator in 2001. It is configured as you described, i.e. one lead in the atrium, the other in the ventricular chamber. The defibrillator portion is programmed to deliver a shock if the pacing of the heart exceeds the set parameters established by the doctors technicians. In 2015 the old device was replaced by a Bi ventricular pacemaker defibrillator, identified as a Medtronic's Viva Quad XT CRT. The original wires in the right atrium and right ventricle remained in place and were connected to the new device. A third lead was attached to the left ventricle and connected to the device to assist with the pumping efficiency of the lower chamber. This modification was done in a surgical procedure while I was totally sedated. The decision to install the Bi V device was made to improve the low ejection fraction. Hopefully this explanation provides the information you were asking about. Thanks again for your interest.

Hi I am Kancha. I was admitted in the hospital to take Tikosyn ( for arterial fibrillation) on 19 th after three capsules I am in my sinus rhythm ( after a year the heart rate has come to normal ) I will be taking two more pills and then will go back home after three days. It was a big risk to decide to take this medicine as it could take me to extreme higher arthemia. Thankfully I did not go through it. No much side effects so far. I wonder why this medicine was not tried before. I am so happy that I tried it and hope my fibrillation does not come back.

Welcome Kancha.

It is good the med worked for you.

Hi, my name is Betty and I am 70. I have a history of atrial fib for more than 16 years. The last 4 years it is constant. I had a mechanical mitral valve replacement in 2003 due to damage from rheumatic fever in the 1960s. Recently I have developed ventricular bigeminy superimposed on the atrial fib. Has anyone else had a ventricular Arrhythmia at the same time as atrial fib...and if so, what did you do?

My name is Jessie I am 30 had laser surgery to shock my heart when I was 13. Due to an irregular heart beat. Was in track (running)when it got bad I am currently going thru a marijuana withdrawal and had a stressful event happen during. My heart has been pounding off and on since. No real chest pain and no fainting. Its been about a week. Been researching but not getting any clear answers. I don't have health insurance and don't want to pay out of pocket unless it is last resort. Wondering if anyone would know the chances if it will go away on its own? Thanks in advance

Hi, my name is Chris. I was diagnosed with Afib & mild congestive heart failure

Good afternoon everyone! My name is Susan.
I have been having palpitations for about 2 years now. I am followed by my family doctor who reassurred me that it is benign. I was referred to a cardiologist & 24h holter monitor. Was even in ER at one point for P: 140. Had cardiac enzymes, CXR, and serial ECG's. These all confirmed that my symptoms are related to my anxiety.

Susan-my suggestion would be to get out in nature and take a walk daily of course with your Physicians approval.

Hi Susan
I hear your anxiety. I too have had
It for years. Calmness meditation
Walking all work well.
Since getting older, I feel keeping
A Cardiologist is very important.
I am now on a bloodthinner.
Due to A fib. The two I had
Came through in synnes rhythm.
I think, diet too. Certain, foods can
bring your palpitations on.
Perhaps a thorough check up
In all areas is necessary.
Good luck
Success101

I feel your pain, I suffer from anxiety with palpitations , recently started on Zoloft which is helping out a lot, good luck,