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Heart Rhythm Conditions – Welcome to the group

Posted by Kanaaz Pereira, Connect Moderator @kanaazpereira, Feb 14, 2018

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.

I'm Kanaaz (@kanaazpereira), and I'm the moderator of this group. When you post to this group, chances are you'll also be greeted by volunteer patient Mentors and fellow members. Learn more about Moderators and Mentors on Connect.

Let's chat. Why not start by introducing yourself?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Heart Rhythm Conditions Support Group.

anniegk | @anniegk | May 1, 2018
In reply to @karenatmayo "Hello. I am Karen, age 68, diagnosed with A-fib about four years ago and just started..." + (show)
@karenatmayo

Hello. I am Karen, age 68, diagnosed with A-fib about four years ago and just started having PVCs in the last month or two. I have commented on other threads but not this one. I have a holter monitor until tomorrow and then will get results in a week or so. I am a little scared because I seem to be having PVCs all he time now whereas I only have A-fib a couple of times a week. The PVCs make me feel very weak, out of breath, and generally uncomfortable with adrenalin rushes, dizziness, sometimes slight nausea. I passed out for a second and fell doing yoga yesterday. I am also underdoing cancer treatment (lucky me) which might be adding to my discomfort.

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Hi, I think you should contact your doctor concerning your passing out especially if this is something new that is going on. I really hope you do that. Iam 72 and have had PVC's since my 20's. I noe have SVT. I really hate the PVC's. They bring on anxiety and discomfort. It sounds like you have a lot on your plate right now. Please call a doctor.

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Karenatmayo | @karenatmayo | May 1, 2018

Hello. I am Karen, age 68, diagnosed with A-fib about four years ago and just started having PVCs in the last month or two. I have commented on other threads but not this one. I have a holter monitor until tomorrow and then will get results in a week or so. I am a little scared because I seem to be having PVCs all he time now whereas I only have A-fib a couple of times a week. The PVCs make me feel very weak, out of breath, and generally uncomfortable with adrenalin rushes, dizziness, sometimes slight nausea. I passed out for a second and fell doing yoga yesterday. I am also underdoing cancer treatment (lucky me) which might be adding to my discomfort.

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Karenatmayo | @karenatmayo | May 1, 2018
In reply to @anniegk "I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam..." + (show)
@anniegk

I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam now in my 70's and they have become much worse. I have had several 24 hour halter monitors. So far i have been told i have SVT, premature heartbeats etc. My last 24 hour monitor showed 500 events. The doctor just blew it off. I sometimes find that a walk stops the irregularity. I take propanolol for it.

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When I first wake up in the morning with PVCs/palps, even before I get out of bed, I have huge adrenalin rushes going through my entire body. Very uncomfortable.

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Karenatmayo | @karenatmayo | May 1, 2018
In reply to @anniegk "I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam..." + (show)
@anniegk

I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam now in my 70's and they have become much worse. I have had several 24 hour halter monitors. So far i have been told i have SVT, premature heartbeats etc. My last 24 hour monitor showed 500 events. The doctor just blew it off. I sometimes find that a walk stops the irregularity. I take propanolol for it.

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Yes, I get out of breath, especially when I first wake up in the morning. I will have results from my two-week monitor soon. I am a little scared. I tried a yoga exercise yesterday, (standing position, arms up) and I passed out/fainted and fell.

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jigglejaws94 | @jigglejaws94 | Apr 30, 2018
In reply to @anniegk "I am not winded but i keep trying to get a deep breath...does that make sense?" + (show)
@anniegk

I am not winded but i keep trying to get a deep breath...does that make sense?

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That makes total sense to me. I've experienced that. Just wanting to get a deep breath and then not being able to.

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anniegk | @anniegk | Apr 30, 2018

I am not winded but i keep trying to get a deep breath...does that make sense?

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kenny48 | @kenny48 | Apr 30, 2018
In reply to @anniegk "I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam..." + (show)
@anniegk

I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam now in my 70's and they have become much worse. I have had several 24 hour halter monitors. So far i have been told i have SVT, premature heartbeats etc. My last 24 hour monitor showed 500 events. The doctor just blew it off. I sometimes find that a walk stops the irregularity. I take propanolol for it.

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When I get my palps every other beat, then I feel a bit winded. It's more like an adrenalin rush for me. I feel it in my shoulders and the top of my head.

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jeannieg7 | @jeannieg7 | Apr 30, 2018
In reply to @jamienolson "Hello @jeannieg7 and @mommabyrd. Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! Thank you for posting! Jeannie, has the..." + (show)
@jamienolson

Hello @jeannieg7 and @mommabyrd. Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! Thank you for posting!

Jeannie, has the yoga and meditation helped? And Sonja, how are you controlling the blackouts?

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I am going to start & will keep you posted

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anniegk | @anniegk | Apr 30, 2018
In reply to @anniegk "I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam..." + (show)
@anniegk

I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam now in my 70's and they have become much worse. I have had several 24 hour halter monitors. So far i have been told i have SVT, premature heartbeats etc. My last 24 hour monitor showed 500 events. The doctor just blew it off. I sometimes find that a walk stops the irregularity. I take propanolol for it.

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Iam going to try the abdomen thing. Do you find when you are getting the palps that you have trouble getting a deep breath?

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Karenatmayo | @karenatmayo | Apr 30, 2018
In reply to @anniegk "I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam..." + (show)
@anniegk

I have had irregular heartbeat on and off since i was in my late 20's. Iam now in my 70's and they have become much worse. I have had several 24 hour halter monitors. So far i have been told i have SVT, premature heartbeats etc. My last 24 hour monitor showed 500 events. The doctor just blew it off. I sometimes find that a walk stops the irregularity. I take propanolol for it.

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I notice that exercise and taking walks can temporarily relieve pvcs, even after going up 16 stairs. I am out of breath but pulse is regular after that for a while. My cardiologist is very sympathetic and listens to me. I will try the abdomen thing!

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