From what I understand, Sotalol is a rhythm regulator. It is a safer alternative to Amiodarone from what I understand. I had my ablation on April 11th, and will spend 3 days in the hospital on May 30th to get “loaded” with Sotalol.
To me, this is going to be the indicator of how well things have worked. Along with that aspect, this will be the stage at which I’m most vulnerable to a defibrillation.
As far as the defibrillation itself, it is like getting kicked in the chest and head by a mule at the same time. I developed a case of PTSD after the second of five shocks. It’s been a year and a half since my last one and things have settled down. I’m just really hoping not to reawaken that demon.