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Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Aug 20 1:09pm | Replies (117)

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@rdhwoman

Interesting--I have the same problem. I was diagnosed with Afib about 3 years ago--no other treatment recommended because I guess the Afib wasn't frequent enough(I am also on Eliquis and Metoprolol). I have found that if I have palpitations and start checking and feeling my pulse, etc., it makes it worse due to anxiety. So at my last yearly cardiology appointment, I asked my cardiologist if I could wear a heart monitor again(haven't for a could years). The report just came back, and I had frequent minor arrhythmias. I purchased a Kardia but haven't used it yet. My plan to help with the arrhythmias is to pray, exercise, drink more water, and work on relaxation(and try to ignore them). My cardiologist said that I could increase my Metoprolol to 50 mg daily if the palpitations are bothersome, but I choose to stay at 25 mg due to the side effects(I might take another 1/2 tab at another time of day if they bother me too much). The week I wore the heart monitor was a bad week, but the week after was one of the best I have had in awhile--it seems there is no predicting the arhythymias, but I feel they are definitely stress related. I also take some supplements which I feel help, being careful not to take too much. I hope you feel better soon.

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Hello @rdhwoman, Welcome to Connect, an online community where patients and caregivers share their experiences, find support and exchange information with others. I think you may be right about the stress factor. I recently have been practicing breathing through my nose which has been a problem for me for a long time. I found out after a few minutes practice I can lower my blood pressure and feel more relaxed. A member in another discussion shared a book by James Nestor called "Breath - The New Science of a Lost Art". They also share a video that I found helpful -- The Lost Art and Science of Breath – James Nestor | Float Conference 2018: https://youtu.be/-WWDqKljmCU

Have you discussed using the Kardia with your primary care doctor to see if the reports you can send them from the app would be helpful?