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.

Tresjur | @tresjur | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @ybrik "Thanks, Tresjur for response. Have you had further treatments for A-Fib?" + (show)

Dear Ybrik,

Since the Watchman implant 13 months ago, followed by 6 months of Eliquis, I take a low dose aspirin daily. At this time, no further treatment has been needed or recommended.

Tresjur

1943 | @1943 | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @ybrik "Have you had more shocks, or ablation?" + (show)

No. Just had the watchman implanted. When this heals ablation and pacemaker are suggested.

Kanaaz Pereira, Connect Moderator | @kanaazpereira | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @ybrik "Thanks, Tresjur for response. Have you had further treatments for A-Fib?" + (show)

Hello @ybrik,

I'm so glad you've connected with @tresjur, who has shared some great insights; I encourage you to read about her A-Fib journey in this discussion:
– Watchman Implant for A-Fib https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/watchman-implant-for-a-fib/

ybrik | @ybrik | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @tresjur "Hello Frank, It is my understanding that cardioversion works best when it is applied when A-Fib..." + (show)

Thanks, Tresjur for response. Have you had further treatments for A-Fib?

Martin Jensen, Volunteer Mentor | @predictable | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @1943 "Had cardioversion and lasted onemonth. Others have had better luck." + (show)

Hi @1943. Hope your A-fib is tolerable. Wondering whether your cardioversion was medicinal (chemical) or electrical? For others interested in your situation, they might find some important clues in this article. It's a two-page article at https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/facts-about-cardioversion#2.

Tresjur | @tresjur | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @ybrik "Im Frank. Had CABG in 2015; bovine aortic valve and 3 bypasses. A month ago, diagnosed..." + (show)

Hello Frank,

It is my understanding that cardioversion works best when it is applied when A-Fib first occurs. I had A-Fib for years before I had the cardioversion and it lasted for a month. A friend went to ER after experiencing erratic heartbeats and had the cardioversion at that time. I believe he stayed in normal sinus rhythm for close to two years.

Mary

ybrik | @ybrik | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @1943 "Had cardioversion and lasted onemonth. Others have had better luck." + (show)

Have you had more shocks, or ablation?

1943 | @1943 | Oct 15, 2018

Had cardioversion and lasted onemonth. Others have had better luck.

Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Oct 15, 2018

In reply to @allens "Hi there .My name is Allen. Iv recently been diagnosed with left branch bundle blockage. I..." + (show)

Hello @allens

It has been a while since I have heard from you regarding your need for a hip replacement and dealing with the left bundle branch block. How are you doing? Have any decisions been made about your surgery? Please feel free to share as you are comfortable doing so.

ybrik | @ybrik | Oct 15, 2018

Im Frank. Had CABG in 2015; bovine aortic valve and 3 bypasses. A month ago, diagnosed with typical atrial flutter/arrhythmia. Cardio doc pushes electric cardioversion, but wont discuss how long that lasts. I found chart that suggests its 1 to 3 years.