Heart Rhythm Conditions – Welcome to the group
Welcome to the Heart Rhythm Conditions group on Mayo Clinic Connect.
Did you know that the average heart beats 100,000 times a day? Millions of people live with heart rhythm problems (heart arrhythmias) which occur when the electrical impulses that coordinate heartbeats don't work properly. Let's connect with each other; we can share stories and learn about coping with the challenges, and living well with abnormal heart rhythms. I invite you to follow the group. Simply click the +FOLLOW icon on the group landing page.
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Just diagnosed with premature ventricular contractions.
Can't take beta blockers as I have low blood pressure. Tried other meds and had bad palpitations. Is it dangerous to just ignore these episodes??
I had AFIB just after my CABG, my Left Kidney Removal, and an Appendectomy. I wore a Holter twice for a month each time after the CABG and kidney removal. There was no evidence of AFIB. My blood pressure monitors, which have the ability to detect AFIB, and my Kardia Mobile do not give any indications. My cardiologist insists on me taking Eliquis. Does anyone have any thoughts on this?
I'm Julie - living back in Phoenix (grew up here in mid 1940s). My husband Bill has dementia, CKD, CVI, among other problems. He has had heart arrhythmia for some years but not at a point to cause concern. A recent EKG showed his BPM at 58. The other information on the test was not in layman's terms and he hasn't had a follow-up appointment with his doctor yet so no idea if good, bad or so-so. Assuming no immediate problem. Bill is 89 - and a handful. His high blood pressure has been kept at a good point for decades with medication. Last two doctor visits it was at 92/57.
Guessing that the arrhythmia is a minor problem.
Hi
It sounds as if we have alot of issues in common, unfortunately.
The CR-T is the type of pacemaker they are talking about putting in, I think it was called or maybe CR-D
Anyway that would be the reason for the test, to see if that is what I need.
Thank
Denise
Hi Janet
I am still navigating this web site and did not see your answer until not. Yes I would like to know more about what your experience is with the Cath test with exercise was like? I have dilated cardio myopathy and CHF as well as an arrythmia Left Bundle Block, I have had alot of trouble with medications causing low b/p and fatigue as well and continues chest tightness and shortness of breath.
Hi Denise,
I had a Right Heart Cath (RHC) with exercise and hemodynamic monitoring at Mayo. I am not sure what test CRT is. Are you interested in know about my experience? I was diagnosed with HFpEF (heart failure with preserved ejection fraction), a type of heart failure. I was having symptoms of hypoxia (low blood oxygen), chest tightness, near fainting spells, dyspnea, low blood pressure, and arrhythmias.
I am not sure if my introduction and question from this from this morning posted? Happy 4th everyone!
Hello, I'm Denise married with grown kids & grandson.
I was diagnosed with LBBB a year ago, as well as cardiomyopathy & CHF. After trying to get the meds right-- my blood pressure bottoms out, the cardiologist want a hemodynmic cath & possible CR-T anyone have experience with this?
Thanks for telling me about your experience. This helps so much. My episode lasted four hours and it’s the first episode I have had since the pacemaker and meds. I will definitely contact my EP to get his recommendation for if it happens again. Thanks too for sending the very helpful link.
Very helpful article. Thanks!