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Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: 7 hours ago | Replies (308)
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After having Covid, being vaccinated and boosted I started having PVC's. (I'm 74) After much testing Dr. said my Mitral Valve was triggering arrhythmia. I recently started wearing an Apple Watch. I also stopped caffeine, alcohol, and now exercise more. The watch has been great at monitoring episodes for me. Stops me from worrying so much. I was given a script for Metoprolol, to take as needed, but have not felt a need at this point. I think diet change has really helped. Loved hearing about the watch and hope you are doing well!
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Thank you Linda!
Yes, the Apple Watch is great; I am checking throughout the day to see how my heart rate is doing, or to confirm that I'm having an AFIB episode when I feel the palpitations. I too have cut out caffeine and alcohol, and have been exercising regularly for the past 15 years (I'm 71). I also have Rx for Metoprolol, but have not started taking it b/c I wanted to see what side effects I might have from the Eliquis before adding a second new medication. I did not know you could take Metoprolol "as needed'. I'll ask my Dr about that.