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Long QT Syndrome: Want to connect with others
Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Dec 23, 2024 | Replies (60)Comment receiving replies
Thank you. I was in emergency for chest discomfort, that wasn’t going away over a few days. They ran a no. Of tests and said they did not feel I was having a heart attack, and suggested I just follow with Dr. so a few days later my Dr, had a locum in and she called me in, and told me that the ECG done showed this prolonged Qt wave. I was on escitalpram and she sent me on my way . I went to refill the prescription and happened to mention to the pharmacy that I had just been told about this Qt thing and asked ,is this medication safe. They said you should likely go back to your Dr. so... here I am waiting for a return appointment
My google research has me a little concerned. I was told it’s 490 (.?)
I am wondering if the statin I am on and antidepressants can cause this, will it go away if they are stopped?
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I was in the ER with vomiting and dehydration. The doctor told me I had long QT and suggested I work with a psychiatrist to change my antidepressant. I did that and now long QT does not show up on my EKG.
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Hi @janet26,
You might wish to view this post, "Mayo Clinic Q and A: Understanding and treating long QT syndrome” on Connect’s Genetic Heart Rhythm Diseases Page. I’m tagging @rkincaid who’s written about Long QT syndrome in the past, and might be able to share some insights.
@janet26,aAlthough it’s loaded with information, I always feel that trusting Google for your health Is a bad idea! May I ask what you are concerned about?