Safe to travel

[Guest guest]

I have had A-Fib for over 7 years and the attacks sre like 2 weeks

apart now. My question is: IS it safe to travel ... we are going to

visit my wife's sister who had a stroke 1 month ago and then we were

going to Myrtle Beach for a week... probably about 1500 miles all

together.

[Guest guest]

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> I have had A-Fib for over 7 years and the attacks sre like 2 weeks

> apart now. My question is: IS it safe to travel ... we are going

to

> visit my wife's sister who had a stroke 1 month ago and then we were

> going to Myrtle Beach for a week... probably about 1500 miles all

> together.

>

Sure it is. Lots of us do travel long distances, internationally, to

remote areas, etc.

Afib is not a fatal disease. The consequences (stroke) could be if

you are untreated. There could also be long term heart degradation.

Also, there are physicians and hospitals around Myrtle Beach; and even

telephones to call your own doc.

I suggest you discuss your travel plans with your cardiologist, get

his recommendations for an emergency kit to carry with you, take a

copy of your latest EKG and your list of medications.

Thinking of traveling away is scary but you can't let these fears

change your lifestyle. Avoid avoidance.

Have a good time. Afib won't be what kills you.

Gordon