Guest guest Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 It is not necessarily optimistic. My first diagnosis of afib, as I have related here, was a little over a year ago. After nearly 3 mos in persistent afib, I was 'verted Aug.1 and have been on 1/2 of a .250 digoxin and 40 mg of propranolol (similar to atenelol) a day. As of yesterday, 9 1/2 mos in NSR. One day at a time, that's all we get to work with anyway. Good luck, Steve! Lil In a message dated 5/17/2006 5:34:01 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, stevep7171@... writes: He said because of my history (4 episodes in 12 years, and this being the only one lasting more than 18 hours) that there is a good chance that with Digoxin and Atenolol, after this Cardioversion, especially if I stay away from triggers, there is no reason I could not potentially stay in NSR for a year or years. That is optimistic, but it sounds nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Hi All, I had a cardiologist appointment and here is where I stand. 1) I am scheduled for my Cardioversion finally. It will be on May 31. I will have been on Warfarin for 4 weeks at that point. My Dr. said I am at low risk of a clot because of my history, rate, age and the Warfarin, but he still wants to do a TEE just prior to the Cardioversion. I like him because of his thoroughness. My cardiologist is not big on using anti-arrythmia meds unless they are truly needed. He is the one that tore up the script for Amiodorone that the ER Cardiologist prescribed me after being released after my night in the hospital. I posted that whole story on here a few weeks back. 2) After the " successful Cardioversion " (his words) he wants me to keep the appointment with Dr. Natale. He said he wants him to get my history and basically get to 'know my case,' That sounds logical to me but I am only an electrician! So most medical things sound logical to me! 3) He said that he will talk to Dr. Natale and he believes that neither of them are going to want to rush into an ablation if I have not popped back into A-Fib yet. He said because of my history (4 episodes in 12 years, and this being the only one lasting more than 18 hours) that there is a good chance that with Digoxin and Atenolol, after this Cardioversion, especially if I stay away from triggers, there is no reason I could not potentially stay in NSR for a year or years. That is optimistic, but it sounds nice. 4) He did say that if the time comes when I need an ablation, Dr. Natale is the go to guy. I am a little nervous about getting 'hit with the paddles' but overall, I feel good about my Dr. and his treatments and advice. I appreciate him taking this as seriously as I do and not just like another number. As always, thanks to everyone here and any responses are always appreciated. Whether you agree, disagree or just want to add your thoughts, I look forward to hearing. Good luck to everyone! from Boston. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Awesome !!! Im glad for you. I hope I have the same results! > > > > It is not necessarily optimistic. My first diagnosis of afib, as I have > related here, was a little over a year ago. After nearly 3 mos in persistent > afib, I was 'verted Aug.1 and have been on 1/2 of a .250 digoxin and 40 mg of > propranolol (similar to atenelol) a day. As of yesterday, 9 1/2 mos in NSR. > One day at a time, that's all we get to work with anyway. Good luck, Steve! > > Lil > > In a message dated 5/17/2006 5:34:01 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, > stevep7171@... writes: > > He said because of my history (4 > episodes in 12 years, and this being the only one lasting more than > 18 hours) that there is a good chance that with Digoxin and > Atenolol, after this Cardioversion, especially if I stay away from > triggers, there is no reason I could not potentially stay in NSR for > a year or years. That is optimistic, but it sounds nice. > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 - it sounds like you have a good sensible doctor working with you.. keep him around! As for " the paddles " ... forget about being nervous.. it sounds much worse than they are... the anticipation is probably what's going to keep you nervous, since you have time to reflect and think about it, but just remember that a successful cardioversion will leave you in NSR which is something you should be anticipating with great joy! Best of luck to you. Stef I am a little nervous about getting 'hit with the paddles' but overall, I feel good about my Dr. and his treatments and advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 Stefano stevep7171@...> wrote: Hi All, ... I am a little nervous about getting 'hit with the paddles' but overall, I feel good about my Dr. and his treatments and advice. I appreciate him taking this as seriously as I do and not just like another number. ..... from Boston. Web Page - http://www.afibsupport.com 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 May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 , You know that they're not going to ZAP you with the paddles like in the er shows! Nice and sedated, you will not even notice it! You are absolutly on track, and your doc sounds like a keeper for sure. Stefano stevep7171@...> wrote: Hi All, .... am a little nervous about getting 'hit with the paddles' but overall, I feel good about my Dr. and his treatments and advice. I appreciate him taking this as seriously as I do and not just like another number. As always, thanks to everyone here and any responses are always appreciated. Whether you agree, disagree or just want to add your thoughts, I look forward to hearing. Good luck to everyone! ... from Boston. Web Page - http://www.afibsupport.com 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 May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 I've always been a " little nervous " before my 14 previous cardioversions. I would think every one is. But to be truthful with you I've had worse experiences at the dentist. You're not going to believe how easily this whole, very short, procedure really is. It sounds like you've got a pretty good doctor....good luck. P ....................................................... > I am a little nervous about getting 'hit with the paddles' but > overall, I feel good about my Dr. and his treatments and advice. I > appreciate him taking this as seriously as I do and not just like > another number. > > > from Boston. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2006 Report Share Posted May 18, 2006 > (snip) > That sounds logical to me but I am only an electrician! > (snip) > I am a little nervous about getting 'hit with the paddles' but > overall, I feel good about my Dr. and his treatments and advice. > (snip) > from Boston. > : Sounds like you may be among the few on this board qualified to give himself 'the paddles'! :-} Seriously, the electrocardioversion is a piece of cake. You just 'wake up' and are in NSR. , Charlotte NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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