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AFibbers Database: Anonymous

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NameAnonymous
LocationNH, USA
Age31
Diagnosed conditionA--FIB
Years with condition2 mos. ago, one occurance
Frequency of episodesOnly one ER visit episode so far---otherwise, have some palitations occassiobnally with dizziness and exhaustion
Duration of episodesminutes
Event preceding first AFAwoke with AF after sleeping on stomache, plus, stressed from 18 mos. old
General healthOverweight, otherwise healthy
Current stateHad EKG, ECHO, StressTest, and Holter Monitor for a day---all normal, but Holter shows irregular heart beat
TriggersStress, Sleeping on left side or stomache, eating a lot at once, anxiety, have GERD and think I may have a Hiatal Hernia (from pregnancy and weight gain)that cause it.
PreventionsHave been taking Heart Advance Dietary Suppliments from GNC Nutrition Centers...adds Q10, Vitamins E,B12, B6, Magnesium,etc., plus taking a Potasium Suppliment...Relaxation, Chamomile and Ginger Tea...No meds so far. No Caffiene. Have been trying to lose weight. Light walking for excercise.
Current medications/side effectsWas given Verapamil by the ER doctor---but have never taken it. Take Asprin at the onstart of palpatations.
Past medications/side effectsN/A
History of surgeryC-Section and Plianital Cyst Removal (lower back)
Future plansSeeing my Cardiologist in Aug. '04 ---having chest X-ray and more blood work done 2 wks beforehand. Saw a dietician--trying to loose at least 10 more lbs. by Aug.
Personal commentsA-Fib was very scary. I worry about having another bout of it every day---especially worried for my baby...who I care for all day. Would appreciate anyone's help or advice on further treatment, remedy, or info on this ailment. Thank you! e-mail: knmclaughlin@yahoo.com
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