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Suggest Treatment For Atrial Fibrillation

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Posted on Wed, 7 May 2014
Question: I am 76 years old and have had 2 TIA's. About 2 years ago I developed A-Fib and have had about 3 ER episodes. I am currently taking a meds for stroke, cholesterol, blood pressure and a-fib. About a week ago I developed a rapid heart beat that doesn't stop regardless if I am sleeping or exercising or normal daily activities. My blood pressure range is approximately 118 systolic with 80 diastolic but the heart rate and irregular heart beat is beginning to worry me. Is there a way to get the heart to slow down so I can live a normal life or am I dying and my cardio doesn't want to tell me?
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Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (5 hours later)
Brief Answer: Give me details. Detailed Answer: Dear Mam. Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern. Since you have Atrial Fibrillation this Requires proper treatment. We have two ways to control them : 1. Rate Control - Usually achieved by Diltiazem and Beta blockers. 2. Rhythm Control&- Usually achieved with the help of Amiodarone. But Rhythm control is achieved after anti coagulation. To help you better I need further details: 1. What drugs you have been taking? 2. Are you on anti coagulation? Like Acitrom or Warfarin? 3. What is your current pulse rate? 4. Would also like to see your ECG and ECHO. Please attach them. I need these details to assess what medications you are on and which medications can be added for a better life. Stay Healthy.
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Suggest Treatment For Atrial Fibrillation

Brief Answer: Give me details. Detailed Answer: Dear Mam. Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern. Since you have Atrial Fibrillation this Requires proper treatment. We have two ways to control them : 1. Rate Control - Usually achieved by Diltiazem and Beta blockers. 2. Rhythm Control&- Usually achieved with the help of Amiodarone. But Rhythm control is achieved after anti coagulation. To help you better I need further details: 1. What drugs you have been taking? 2. Are you on anti coagulation? Like Acitrom or Warfarin? 3. What is your current pulse rate? 4. Would also like to see your ECG and ECHO. Please attach them. I need these details to assess what medications you are on and which medications can be added for a better life. Stay Healthy.