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It's been 2 and 1/2 months since my 1 and only SVT episode and having my pacemaker put in to keep them from happening again and I have to say I feel great. That was the best medical decision I've made. I'm also glad I've joined this group. It's nice to read others stories. Thanks group for all the advice.
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annie56356 shirl1228
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You had a pacemaker put in after one SVT episode? That's an unusual course of action for SVT management. Which country are you in?
shirl1228 annie56356
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Annie56356 I'm from the USA and yes, I was given the option to either go on Beta Blockers to regulate my heart rate. After my ablation it rested at 52 so I wanted to be fixed and not take a bunch of meds. So I opt for the pacemaker which keep a it regulated and won't allow it to go into a SVT even if it tried.
annie56356 shirl1228
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shirl1228 annie56356
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I did have a choice to get a pacemaker. I didn't have to have it. I didn't want to take the beta blockers. Not a sure guarantee and I know me I would worry all the time if it's working. With the pacemaker i know it won't allow a SVT to occurr. Nope not on any blood thinners. Just a baby aspirin a day and my regular diuretic I was taking before this happened. 😊
annie56356 shirl1228
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I think it's great to not have to take beta blockers, some of them can make you feel terrible, PS the baby asprin is a blood thinner.