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Medical and other procedures triggering afib episodes
Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Jun 16 10:21am | Replies (25)Comment receiving replies
I don't do hair appointments and my dental hygienist modifies my position. I do at home DNA testing (ColoGard) rather than colonoscopy. I also cannot bend my head back at all due to spinal cord issues so not only because of afib.
I find that GI gas it the biggest trigger and positioning makes a difference. Ironically the ambulance and ER put me in the worst possible position. If they would let me move around and find the right position I think the episodes would be shorter!
Swallowing too fast and GERD could create gas bubbles the press on the heart. At least that is how it feels to me. I cannot confirm medically!
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Thank you windyshores for your reply to my post. I will look for a dental hygienist that is prepared to work with me on setting up a position that might work. Interesting to know that I am not alone in experiencing that acid reflux, 'correct' swallowing and body positioning are primary triggers. Have you had or considered an ablation? I'm seriously considering having this done as my current meds are not working as well as in the past. I'm in the process of setting up some consultations here in California.