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Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Oct 30, 2023 | Replies (6)Comment receiving replies
Were you able to get your sleep study completed? My sleep apnea was diagnosed ten years ago and I was started on CPAP. My AFib was diagnosed in 2022 after Covid.
I recently had an AFib/irregular episode at night while I was sleeping. My Apple Watch sent out several alerts during the night, but I had turned off the sound and did not hear the alerts. I saw the irregular rhythm alerts in the morning. I checked my ECG with my LookeeTech two lead ECG (screen shot attached), and I saw the irregular rhythms with a heart rate 99. I took 100 mg of Flecainide and 5 mg of Eliquis prescribed by my EP for AFib episodes as pill in the pocket meds, I put on my CPAP, increased my oxygen because my oxygen level was low, and 2 hours later I was back in normal sinus rhythm.
I have learned, like others have stated, that AFib and other abnormal rhythms can happen at anytime.
My EP has advised me to check my ECG several times a day. I have resumed taking Eliquis daily. I will continue to use Flecainide and Metroperol Tartrate as pill in the pocket meds for AFib or other abnormal rhythm episodes. I rarely need them.
Congratulations on making lifestyle changes. Best of luck to you.
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My internist ran my bloodwork and everything came back great. My CRP score was < .3, D was 90, thyroid normal and Magnesium in the normal range. My potassium was normal on my wellness visit earlier. I am sticking to my afib diet and have not had an event in some time. The plant, fruit, and nut based low carb diet has all but eliminated the constant digestive issues which is a big change. I had a few bouts of palpitations that did not progress to afib. Thats a first for me. I am convinced cutting out all sugar and generally lowering carbs is the answer for me, however, like you, I will stay on a half dose of metoprolol, half dose of eliquis, and keep the propafenone on hand as pill in the pocket. If I remain afib free for 6 months will discuss with my doc getting off some of the meds. I do not believe I have sleep apnea. I am sleeping much more soundly on this diet also. My wife agrees and says I rarely snore or make sounds.