I recently had a cryoablation for PAF and continue to have episodes
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my history is that afib was diagnosed 12/29/16. I was prescribed four medications and none controlled the condition. About three weeks ago I had a cryoablation. I have had several episodes since that time which I think is to be expected. I am askin others who have had this procedure when to expect cessation of episodes (if at all!) I was instructed to continue amiodarone until my 30 day checkup. Does alanine have experience to share? Thanks
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suzanne48640 mary_jane64145
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initially, I was on metoprolol, Propafone and Pradaxa. Because of my age and gender, I will be on Pradaxa for the rest of my life. However I have been able to get off for Propafone completely and lower my doses of meta-propyl all too very little work. I hope to get off that completely very shortly. In summary, at least I am able to stop taking all the meds except Pradaxa, and that was my main reason for the surgery.
mary_jane64145 suzanne48640
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afiblady mary_jane64145
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I didn't have a cryo but a standard ablation july11. Was diagnosed in .february. I have worn a monitor for 2 weeks and all that has shown or that I have felt are occasional" flip/ flops. I was told 3 months is the expected time to know if things have worked as they expect. It is only 75-80 percent success rate. I believe cryo is the same. It has been 6 weeks and I am to continue on my meds till my 3 months is up and
Then wear another monitor for confirmation before stopping meds. I am 69, so the blood
Thinner will likely be continued anyway.
mary_jane64145 afiblady
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Thank you for sharing your experience. I may be expecting too much, too soon! I was told that at 1 month from surgery that I could possibly stop the Amiodarone and after 3 months possibly stop the Eliquis. I was also warned this procedure was not a "sure thing." My meds that they tried were certainly not a sure thing either. I just want to get back to as normal as possible. Thanks again!
cardiac_congo mary_jane64145
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mary_jane64145 cardiac_congo
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After reading your reply I think I should be thankful that I am doing as well as I am! My goal is to get back to normal. I might have to accept that I will have a "new normal." I should know by my third month checkup just how successful this procedure was. I sure haven't identified my trigger yet. I do have episodes during activity but I also have them when I am sitting around doing nothing! I appreciate the information you shared. It helps to know what other people are experiencing. Thanks! I hope your optimism can stay unwavering!
cardiac_congo mary_jane64145
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Thanks!! Lol. Oh yes!! Toblerone, cola and most recently, croissants have set me off!! All junk really.......body might be giving me a clue there!! 😜
mary_jane64145 cardiac_congo
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A little "junk" makes life better! I think I had too much in my younger days! Still love it!
Hotrodda mary_jane64145
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Mine took 3 months to settle don't worry.
mary_jane64145 Hotrodda
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