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Atrial Fibrillation and long-term management with medication
Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: May 26, 2022 | Replies (65)Comment receiving replies
I have mild afib for 7mo now...which I understand my heartrate is irregular (2 beats then a pause & repeats that) But my pulse & b/p are normal? The ER Dr said I didnt need blood thinner but the cardiologist thinks I do & put me on low dose of Eliquis. I see a bit of blood when I blow my nose tho.
I use kardia mobile to check if I'm in afib & I am 90% of the time! I worry its damaging my heart?
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@kevkat73 -- If your pulse and HR are in the normal range; you're on an anticoagulant; you're getting check-ups every six months with an EP; and following your EP's recommendations, your heart will NOT be damaged.
Also suggest you make any appropriate lifestyle changes (quit smoking, exercise, watch out for stress, use a reasonable diet, sleep, etc... you know the rest).
Enjoy life!
/LarryG