Persistent AFib: Can You Reverse It?
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- Опубликовано: 4 май 2024
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00:00 Introduction
00:18 What is Persistent AFib?
02:06 Duration of AFib Matters!
03:10 Treatment of Persistent AFib
06:39 Long Standing AFib Treatment
08:56 Can You Stay In Atrial Fibrillation?
09:59 Pacemaker Treatment for AFib
12:27 Can Persistent AFib Be Reversed?
15:41 Take Control Over AFib
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I’ve been in persistent a-fib going on two years in July. I have had three cardio aversion procedures since my first diagnosis in 2019. After the third procedure in July 2021, which only lasted one day, I decided against having any further procedures. About a couple months ago, I went to see to see an electro cardiologist to discuss the possibility of having an ablation procedure. He said that my chances of success rate was between 50-70%, because I had been in it so long. I thought about what he said, and decided against the procedure. I am still at a crossroad as to whether chancing the procedure. I am 70 years old, and don’t have the energy like I think I should have at this point in my life. I also have sleep apnea, high blood pressure, and just became diabetic; all of this due to my neglect of my health for so many years. I’m extremely frustrated with my overall condition, to the point of being depressed. My faith in God is what keeps me going. I’ve decided it’s time for me to quit talking the talk, and start walking the walk, regarding life style changes. The point I am trying to make, is once you’ve been diagnosed with this condition, take action immediately based on what this wonderful physician is saying. Make immediate life style changes, particularly regarding your eating habits. Don’t wait for this condition to disappear on its own, because 9 times out of 10 it won’t. Immediate action is a top priority!
Faith isn't going to fix anything but it can soothe your mental condition. Is your sleep apnea treated with a machine? You are likely overweight if you have apnea, high BP and diabetes, correct?
@@InternetDude nope! 6’1” 200 lbs. Everything under control with machine and medication. Thanks for your interest!
@@kenyoung4610 OK! those are common symptoms for obese people. Look into intermittent fasting and reducing carbohydrate intake in general to help with those things. I don't follow a particular diet but a common theme for health is to greatly reduce carb intake, more protein, more healthy fats, less sugar, etc. I'm trying LOL
@@InternetDude Same here friend, as you can see from my initial comment on walking the walking. I’ve been talking about it to long. I take into account all that I’ve learned from these videos, but it don’t happen over night, just like my condition didn’t happen overnight. Thanks again for info!
Dear friend, same with me, persistent now, about 1 an half years !
God help us both 🙏
I have paroxysmal Afib so I haven't had a drop of alcohol or coffee in 9 months since my last episode. It's very uncomfortable and stressing to be in Afib (for me) so I'm doing lifestyle as much as possible to avoid triggers. I have heard Afib begets Afib so I try to do everything to stay OUT.
Good to avoid alcohol. That was a big trigger for me along with sleep apnea. Did you get tested for sleep apnea? I had pretty bad sleep apnea and wearing a cpap is a piece of cake. Anyway it helped my Afib episodes go away for 7 months. Bottom line I wish I was diagnosed with sleep apnea sooner. Anyway as time went by those lone episodes of afib got more frequent over the last 3.5 years. While my episodes were always short, lasting several hours or less, like you the STRESS was terrible and episodes started happening even without alcohol. Afib also made me feel terrible with chest discomfort, short of breath etc. As an active guy and not wanting it to ruin my life or damage my heart I dealt with it aggressively so I had ablation in June. Thankfully have been good since then. I'm still only about 95% endurance when going hard cardio like riding my mountain bike up hills but every week seems a bit better and psychologically I'm in a much better place as well. Good luck keeping afib away :)
Thanks Doc, very clear and a great help for us patients in persistent Afib..Had mine for two years now, and failed ablation...Think it may be rate control, although I am listed for cardioversion...Have minimal symptoms, but worry constantly about my heartrate and EF!!!
Doctor, Thank you for creating this video. I was diagnosed with persistent A-Fib. My mom had A-Fib, plus I have Obstructive Sleep Apnea which I’ve been using a CPAP machine for a couple months now. I don’t have diabetes but I am in the pre-diabetic range. My height is 6’2” and I weigh 230lbs. I would like to reduce some weight in my mid section. I’m on Eliquis at this time and I return back to see my electro cardiologist in August 2023. His recommendation is to try another CardioVersion. I had the TEE procedure and CardiiVersion in May of 2022 which was successful, but I went back into A-Afib in December of 2022, but I believe that I put myself back in A-Fib by the way I was pushing up my heart rate while doing Interval Training on the treadmill. Anyways, and Thank you again for this RUclips video. I plan to watch it again, and I’m also working to eat more healthy. Keep the videos coming Doc, because I’m watching and learning from you.
I think you may be correct regarding putting yourself back in A-fib as a result of your interval training. The first aversion procedure I had lasted a little over a year and a half. My second bout came a couple of days after a hard work-out on a stair stepper at a gym, which I believe caused me to go back into A-fib. Although I am currently in persistent A-fib (2 years now), I am more cautious regarding working out. Although a little to late, I tend to listen to my body now when exerting myself, and no overdue it.
I started severe AFIb/Aflutter episodes a couple of years ago with body weight of 218lbs. I watched Dr Afib recommending losing 10% bodyweight and dropped to 176lbs. I am feeling much better but still have arrhythmia. My ablation is scheduled for this Monday.
Hi. How did the ablation procedure go?
Yes how did your ablation go? I had mine in June and have been in normal sinus rhythm since. Only oddity is my resting heart rate is 10 bpm higher but my Doctor said research indicates this is a good sign of long term success.
I have persistent AF. I have been converted several times with antiarrhythmic medications. I have decided to pursue the Wolf Minimaze procedure to eliminate my AF and stop my blood thinner. Wish me luck! 😊
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Please slow down when you talk..really hard to catch everything you say!!
Thank you so much for explaining so thoroughly about atrial fibrillation. I would be interested to know what kind of exercise is helpful and how much. Is safe and beneficial for the heart .
I don't know of a time where I haven't had Afib. I first discovered that it felt like my heart skipped a beat when I was 20. I am now 65. I maxed out the Cooper stress test when I was 28. Suggestions?
My mother was recently diagnosed with afib. The treatment options were limited to blood thinners and other medications with zero options for recovery or reversal. We are currently living in California. Do you have a doctor in California that you could recommend?
Hey doc I just came off beta blocker about a week ago and heart rate is of course a little high will subside over time?
I’ve had two ablations but AFib returned after both. I loved what you said at the end of the video about finding out what the root of the issue is, what is causing the afib. That’s what I need help with. I also have sjogrens disease and psoriatic arthritis, and have been struggling with inflammation. Could those be the root of my afib? Could you help me resolve this?
Can we run or jog to have heart rate up (150bpm+) when having Afib occasionally (once every a few months)? or is it better to keep heart rate slower to avoid triggering new episodes of Afib? Thanks for sharing experience and advice.
So i havr been diagnosed with Afib for 20plus years. Am 76 now reasonably good health except the Afib. I had a cardio version done on initial diagnosis laster less than couple days. Never tried it again as they said would most likely be a repeat of first try. I have hsd a normal life outside of tiring easily doing strenuous activity. I do not even realise i have it cant detect it. I sweat easily while walking or doing any activity take zeralto for blood thinner 15mg and metatopril 50mg daily. Have not seen a cardiologist since first cardio version failure
Is resting heart rate at around 50/minute unusual in AF ? Maximum HR during exercise seems to be around 150/min. I don't know at this point whether I am in AF all the time or only some of the time.
Also does the EKG in recent onset AF tend to have a coarse baseline as in lead II but a smoother baseline if AF has been persistent for a long time?
I have had persistent AFib for 10 months, it started 4 weeks post total knee replacement. My health prior to AFib was good and my weight is spot on for my height. i have no other medical problems. I am 79 years old and I have forward head and bad posture which is what I feel is responsible for my AF. Cardioversion worked well for two days. The NHS waiting list for expedited cases like mine is 18 months and the electrocardiologist said my heart is in good condition no ‘plumbing problems’ heart not enlarged just a little long. The price privately for Heart Ablation is just over £16,000 with no guarantee of success. I am very interested in finding out more about the spine’s involvement in AF and posture. I have to do something as the drugs I’m on don’t fully control my heart rate.
I am 58 and have been in persistent AF since Feb this year. I, too am not overweight, don’t have high blood pressure etc. but do have a kyphosis meaning I have an excessive curve forward in my thoracic spine and a forward head posture. I also suspect these factors are playing a large part in driving my AF but I’ve not found much information on this so far.
@@sgooding8138 Hi I would highly recommend you look at the work ‘TopChiropractor’s’ do. There is a clinic based in London and offices in Birmingham. Good luck
it's not because of your posture. Your age has a lot to do with it. Normal wear and tear. I am 52 and had my second cardiac ablation in June.
AB Ablation has a major risk that are not noted. I did not have it but do have a Pacemaker. I can tell you when the Pacemaker lead (wire) fails as in 5 -10% of the installations it a problem. I doing poorly on 50 BPM. No idea how you would make it on 30 BPM as he noted. Lead replacement in 12 days but who is counting.
30 bpm without pacemaker. The heart doesn't stop beating when the node is ablated.
Can ablation procedure for intermittent afib turn the afib into persistent afib
Diet exercise and stress management and vitamin deficiencies supplements what help me
What vitamins you take
Doctor I have WPW and I had an episode of afib once that last prob 10-12 hrs. Do I need ablation?
I believe the answer is yes,at least for the WPW which I understand can make it dangerous to have a bout of atrial fibrillation.
My cousin had persistent afib since March, they did a cardio version which only worked for a few days. He had an ablation last week and so far he’s in a normal rhythm. We’re hoping it stays that way.
How is he now?
@@sirmachi7061 so far so good. He had his yearly heart check done and everything looks good.
I am 80 yrs old, have persistent Afib 1 yr , overweight, high BP and also Bradycardia. cardioversion worked for 4 days only. I question if ablation will correct afib with bradycardia ??
I'm 77 - just had my Ablation a week ago....feeling so much better....Doctor says 70% chance I'll stay in normal rhythm
Can you take tylenol for a headache if you are on medication for afib.
Yes
I have AFib, but my heart rate stays under 80
I have persistent afib for 8 yrs. Before that it was episodic. I am 68 yr old. My blood pressure tends to the low. 110/75 80 bpm is typical. My PCP prescribed metoprolol and low dose aspirin. Not overweight but plenty of alcohol and caffeine. I worry about afib all the time. Any suggestions to manage it? Afraid of ablation.
Get off the caffeine ASAP. Major trigger!
Cut out the caffeine and alcohol, which is toxic to the heart. Get rid of excess weight if you have to....Ablation may well not work. Mine did not after 12 months of having Afib. EP told me only a 50-50 chance
I heard that you can't miss even one dose of your blood thinner for 4 weeks to have a cardio version done? Is that true?
Yes ! And it is very important that you do that
I’m in persistent AFib…had a cardio version…didn’t help
I’ve tried medication, cardioversion and had 2 ablations (rf and cryo) none of it worked im in my thirties
are you overweight and eat poorly?
@@InternetDude no to either. I run/exercise daily.. no alcohol 1 cup coffee every day. it started after I got Covid booster… I have perplexed many drs… been to 2 eps, hospital several times and a cardiologist..
@@purdybby I got Afib after getting my first Pfizer jab, what a regret, nothing I can do about that now, I don't have a Time Machine. But I'm sure it's related.
@@purdybby look into whether you have sleep apnea that can be a trigger
have you tried supplementing with magnesium and potassium? Give it a try
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Sorry, but speech is not clear enough for me, too fast, not good to follow. I am sure, that content is excellent though !!!
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I am 55 year old male and I have 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑨𝒇𝒊𝒃 and I found that deep breathing sᴛᴏᴘs ᴍʏ ᴘᴀʟᴘᴀᴛɪᴏɴs sᴇᴄᴏɴᴅs ᴀғᴛᴇʀ ɪ sᴛᴀʀᴛ ᴅᴇᴇᴘ ʙʀᴇᴀᴛʜɪɴɢ.
However they return when Im asleep.... I wish that I could breath deeply while sleeping 😑
Vagal reflex
And he kept repeating everything he had JUST said over and over. I think he has “AFIB vocabulary”
It took over one minute for this guy to get into the topic. I stopped watching at 1:10
Can we run or jog to have heart rate up (150bpm+) when having Afib occasionally (once every a few months)? or is it better to keep heart rate slower to avoid triggering new episodes of Afib? Thanks for sharing experience and advice.