Atrial Fibrillation/Travel Insurance + Walking
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I've just recently had a diagnosis of 'narrow complex tachycardia degenerating into AF.... Am on Cardiocor and Flecainide, and the symptoms are under control. So I've given up caffeine and alcohol: what I'd love to do now is enjoy my retirement (am 63) and would love to travel. Could anyone in the same boat share their experiences with me regarding either going abroad or to remote spots in the UK, as my main hobby is country walks, but on the first count I'm not sure what to declare or how easy it is to get travel insurance, and on the second count, since what felt like a 'near death' experience of my heart hammering away at over 200 last September, I've developed a fear of being anywhere more than 5 miles from and A&E!
Advice and experiences would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
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andrew22534 GotAbitBetter
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just saw this as i came in for lunch... i can only say what i do when i go out for a walk... i tell someone i tell them clearly where i am going either by description or by map reference and i tell them when i will be back. I always tell the mwhen i am back (walking in the driveway) so if i am late i know they will reprot straight away... if i am running (walking) late then i let them know as soon as possible. it is fristrating sometimes as i would like to deviate from my planned route but i never do by more than a 100 yards (m) i carry a wistle and a mirror (actually the phone surface does for that but used to be a small make up mirror) i take drink and meds in a pack and in that pack i have a note detailing my conditons and what meds i have taken and would note last time of taking anything if i could... then otherwise i go for it and enjoy. I like rock collecting and the country side etc so can end up in some odd places but... i plan it and do it and only do that. some might say over the top etc but hey i feel safe and i know there is a good chance someone will find me in a reasonable time. the usual disclaimers apply and this isnt advice, it is only what i do.... ho hum, but.., enjoy!!!!!!!
GotAbitBetter andrew22534
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All the very best....
alan81747 GotAbitBetter
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GotAbitBetter alan81747
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Best wishes
marco GotAbitBetter
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sylvester13 GotAbitBetter
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There are specialist travel insurers who deal with people who have current medical conditions - dont know if I am allowed to give names here. Always always declare medical conditions to them - you dont want to give anyone an excuse to void your insurance. - AF doesnt seem to put a lot onto premium. I've been abroad twice since diagnosis. Yes its a bit worrying but I decided not to let it get in the way of my love of travel. Good luck.
GotAbitBetter sylvester13
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I'm seeing my Consultant in 2 months time, and then would like to go to Greece or Turkey before it gets too hot....
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migsie22 GotAbitBetter
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we get our travel insurance through my bank account. It works out alot cheaper than going to another company. You can get insurance anywhere but the premiums will be high with the AF especially if you are on meds (I am on Flecainide, Dabigatran, Atorvastatin & Amlodopine). If you have had a hospital visit resulting in a cardioversion (chemical or otherwise) then that ups the cost. The bank only charge me £90 a year for an annual worldwide policy whereas other companies charge more than £200-400. Make sure you declare everything as they will use any excuse not to pay out if you need medical treatment abroad. Always carry a few of each of your tablets in your handbag too..Enjoy your holidays.
derek76 migsie22
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