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Replies to "Hi -- I'm 81. Have had AFib for at least 10 yrs. I take metoprolol succinate..."
@lucky1038. I am a proactive patient too, which some doctors do not like bc we ask too many questions and do not necessarily agree with them. Many years I changed a PCP once bc all he wanted to do was write me a prescription. I'm changing my PCP now bc I have hip bursitis and he gave me a referral to the ortho doctor for back pain. I noticed lately that he is just "going through the motion" and is probably heading towards retirement. I, too, research every medication before I take it. I had a wonderful doctor once for only a year, but she left the practice and started a me membership clinic, kind of like your concierge doctor. There is a one time enrollment fee and a monthly fee, but then there is no copay and you can see her as many times as you want.
My father was prescribed amiodorone, and I told him not to take it. Nasty drug.
Appreciated your answer. My husband has been diagnosed with AFib. Please, may I ask where you are located and contact information for your CC? Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your story. I was sent to a cardiologist 2.5 years ago. She said I had SVT and an enlarged atrial. She must be related to Salesman Sam because she insisted (pen in hand practically) that I have a loop recorder inserted, and put me on Diltiazem. That was over two years ago and I've never received a summary or update to the info they collect and analyze each week. When I call to ask, I am told, "no news is good news". I am seeing a new cardiologist on Monday to find out exactly what is going on with my heart and whether I need to keep this device in my body - does it serve a purpose. Anyone have a loop recorder, and if so, do you get any reports or information from it?
Thank You very much for so much wonderful information. I am going to change heart doctors and get another opinion on my
situation. I take no medicines at all except
for my blood thinner Eliquis which helps
prevent against a stroke.