Guest guest Posted January 27, 2004 Report Share Posted January 27, 2004 Hi Maura I had ablation just over two weeks ago and was extremely nervous and frightened up to the point of walking into the Cath lab. I then let the Doctors take over and along with the medication I relaxed. In the UK the procedure is done in a semi conscious state, which I had originally thought was a gruesome idea, but as the procedure progressed I realised that I was keenly interested in what was happening. I did find some pain during the ablation, but the moment that I made this known more amnesia was instantly given. My operation lasted over 5 hours, but it only seemed like a short time before I was back in bed. Lying still and doing as I was told proved to be the hardest thing. Don’t be too concerned if you feel discomfort in your chest as I did, it passes very quickly. Looking back I find it hard to believe that I went through it all, MRI scan as well, it’s surreal! Have confidence in your Doctors and Medical staff, have someone close there for you and you’ll be ok Tony UK ablation I will have an ablation tomorrow and I am getting really nervous. Any advice would be appreciated ! Maura Web Page - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AFIBsupport FAQ - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AFIBsupport/files/Administrative/faq.htm For more information: http://www.dialsolutions.com/af Unsubscribe: AFIBsupport-unsubscribe List owner: AFIBsupport-owner For help on how to use the group, including how to drive it via email, send a blank email to AFIBsupport-help Nothing in this message should be considered as medical advice, or should be acted upon without consultation with one's physician. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 27, 2004 Report Share Posted January 27, 2004 Just think that after tomorrow you will be cured of fib and not have to suffer anymore episodes. No more drugs or blood thinners. That will be great. I admire you for going for it......as I sit here with a piece of roll up tissue in my mouth trying to stop a gum bleed that started this morning after I brushed my teeth too vigorously. <the joys of warfarin> You'll be done with all that after tomorrow. I'll be having good thoughts for you and keeping you in my prayers. Let us know how it went when you get home and feel up to it. And it will probably be hard to do but try to get some sleep tonight. God Bless, P > I will have an ablatin tomorrow and I am getting really nervous. > Any advice is appreciated ! > > Thank you > > Maura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 9, 2004 Report Share Posted February 9, 2004 Thor, Good luck Friday. Your going to the top spot for PVA's. Let us know how it all goes and we'll leave the light on for you! Rich O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 10, 2004 Report Share Posted February 10, 2004 Good Luck and God Bless Michele from NY52 Re: Ablation In a message dated 2/9/04 2:09:11 PM Eastern Standard Time, tk_wascow@... writes: Wanted to let the group know I'm off to Cleveland on Wed. for my PVA on Friday. I'll be sure to share my experience with all of you fellow fibber's ! Thor 24/7 AF ******************************************** Good luck Thor a in Massachusetts 49 NSR 18 days Toprol XL 100 x 2 Adult Aspirin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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