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Jimbo
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Just got a pm from him.
I'll let him tell you why he was out if he wants to. But it sounds like he's OK.
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What Is AFib?Atrial fibrillation is a condition that disrupts your heartbeat. A glitch in the heart’s electrical system makes its upper chambers (the atria) beat so fast they quiver, or fibrillate. This causes the lower chambers (the ventricles) to beat out of sync. AFib can be dangerous because it raises your risk of stroke and heart failure.
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Not a Normal Heart Rhythm or RateUsually the atria and ventricles work together so the heart pumps blood in steady rhythm. But in AFib, they don't. The irregular beats can cause a fast, fluttering heart rate -- 100-175 beats per minute -- instead of the normal 60-100 beats per minute.
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Warning SignsFor many people, AFib doesn't cause obvious symptoms. But when there are, they'll often include:
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EffectsWhen your heart is in AFib, your blood doesn't move well throughout your body. You may feel:
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When It's an EmergencyAFib isn't always a cause for alarm. But you should call 911 if you have:
And let your doctor know whenever something doesn't feel right.
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Greater Risk of StrokeWhen your heart isn't pumping like it should, the slow-moving blood can pool inside, which makes it easier for clots to form. If that happens, and a clot travels through the bloodstream to your brain and gets stuck, you could have a stroke. People with AFib are five times more likely to have one.
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What Causes It?The most common triggers are conditions that strain your heart, including:
Sometimes, AFib may be set off by thyroid disorders or serious infections like pneumonia.
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Who Gets AFib?Your chances of having the condition are higher if:
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Triggers You Can ControlIt's also been linked to things you can do something about:
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After Heart SurgeryA coronary artery bypass or other type of heart surgery can trigger AFib. If it happens, you're more likely to have other complications, too. Fortunately, this type of AFib usually doesn't last long.
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Lone AFibWhen it happens without an obvious trigger, it's called lone AFib. This is more common in people younger than 65. You'll need treatment if a rapid heartbeat causes troubling symptoms. Doctors may also recommend treating it to lower the chances of stroke for people already at risk.
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Diagnosed With ECGThe way to confirm AFib is with an electrocardiogram (EKG). The machine detects and records the electrical activity of your heart, so your doctor can see problems with its rhythm. You can do it in the doctor's office, or you may need to wear a device that keeps track of your heart's activity for a longer time to catch an episode. The device can be worn from 24 hours to 2 weeks, and sometimes longer.
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Other TestsIf an EKG shows AFib, your doctor may want to learn more about your heart. An echocardiogram or ultrasound can show valve damage or signs of heart failure. A stress test can reveal how well your heart does when it's working hard. Your doctor may also want tests to look for conditions that could have triggered your AFib.
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How Long It LastsWhen you first develop AFib, it may come and go. Your irregular heart rhythm may last anywhere from a few seconds to a few weeks. If a thyroid problem, pneumonia, or other treatable illness is behind it, AFib usually goes away once that cause is better. But for some people, their heart rhythm doesn't return to normal.
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CardioversionYour doctor may try to restore a normal heart rhythm with electric shock or medication. But if you've been having AFib for more than 48 hours, the procedure could increase your chance of a stroke. You may need to take a medicine called a blood thinner for several weeks before your doctor tries cardioversion, as well as afterward.
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MedicationIf your symptoms are mild, or if AFib comes back after cardioversion, you may be able to control it with medicine. Rhythm-control drugs help keep the pattern of your heartbeat steady. Rate-control medications keep your heart from beating too fast. Daily aspirin or drugs called anticoagulants or blood thinners can help prevent clots and lower some people's chances of having a stroke.
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AblationA doctor feeds a small probe through a blood vessel to your heart and uses radiofrequency energy, a laser, or intense cold to zap the tissue that sends out the bad signals. Although you won't need open heart surgery, the procedure has some risks. It's only for people who have serious symptoms that cardioversion and medications haven't helped.
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SurgeryIn the maze procedure, the doctor makes a pattern of small cuts on your heart to create scar tissue. These scars can't pass electrical signals, so they stop AFib. Usually you'd have this done during open heart surgery, but some medical centers can do it with smaller openings that cause less stress on your body.
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PacemakerA small, battery-powered device can send out electrical signals to control your heart rate. It can help people whose hearts beat very slowly. And it can relieve symptoms like fatigue and breathlessness. You may need one after ablation, depending where the tissue was. Getting a pacemaker put in your chest is considered minor surgery, and it usually takes about an hour.
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Living With AFibMany people find that AFib has no impact on their daily lives. But some have to manage troubling symptoms like weakness, shortness of breath, or fainting.
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PreventionThe same healthy habits that protect against heart disease will protect you against AFib:
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Check Your Pulse MonthlyAFib can lead to a stroke or another serious problem before it causes symptoms you'll notice. To catch an irregular heartbeat early, the National Stroke Association recommends you check your pulse once a month -- especially if you're over 40 or have other risk factors for stroke. If your rhythm seems unsteady or you have any concerns, call your doctor. Up NextNext Slideshow Title |
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msmadz
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Damn! Didn't realize he went missing.. ok so I don't post that often anymore. But hell boy, where ya been???
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The artist formerly known as Madawee
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Jimbo
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"I've been here, lurking for you......" |
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aka, sounds like maybe you need to block all those stress-inducing phone calls. Welcome back. |
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Jimbo
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Just remember to keep taking them. I'm on Lisinopril and Metformin. |
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Oh, God. Is this going to be the thread where we all discuss our old-people medications? |
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Jimbo
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I don't know. But it's YOUR TURN, so......
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caroln242
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Glad your back. Sounds like all the stress in your life finally caught up with you. Hope one of those medications is a "chill pill"! It's time to relax and go with the flow.
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Kyleena and Fanapt. |
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Jimbo
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"Far out!!!! I hear that's good stuff, man..." |
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I expect we'll soon hear of his exploits trying to pick up nurses...
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aka ron
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How old are you Mr T? Spent any time in a hospital recently? I was not allowed out of my bed without a spotter. A tube in my penis! And the frequent question...Do you need help wiping? Please! As I approach my final days on this earth. Allow me the dignity of wiping my own ass! |
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Welcome back aka ron. Take care of yourself!
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aka ron
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Jesus!! I've been wanting to add air to my right front tire. My legs are feeling stronger. WRONG!! It's easy to get down to my knees. I go to trying to stand up and...I'm stuck! I can't stand up! I have to crawl around to the other side of the truck and yell for help. I left the hospital before the doctors were willing to release me.
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aka ron
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I didn't want to park my truck at the hospital. Running around to impound lots is not something I was prepared for. I didn't know how long they would keep me. I was at the first hospital only about 20 minutes before they could tell me what was going on. They admit me and put me in their ICU. Brighter minds than mine are working in the background. The next thing I hear is that they want to put me on the helicoptor and send me to Milwaukee. A better equipped Cardio/Pulminary dept. Very sexy female pilot, dark hair. She workd in both Hawawii and Alaska. Here I am now bored out of my mind, 90 plus miles from my truck.
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Jimbo
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Are you BACK in the hospital again?????
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aka ron
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I'm at home.
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Jimbo
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Oh, so your TRUCK is still at the hospital....?
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aka ron
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My truck never left my property. I had to take a cab from Milwaukee back home.
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Jimbo
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OK. Fine So then... WHY ARE YOU 90 PLUS MILES FROM YOUR TRUCK, DAMMIT???? |
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aka ron
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I'm just going back and looking at my epic journey through the health care world. |
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Jimbo
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Must've been the part where you said "Here I am now...." that got me confused. |
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What the f*ck's going on? You're going into an ICU??! |
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