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I Recently Got Diagnosed With AFib With Bp 220 And Trip To Hospital In Jan, 2024 And Have Had Fibulations For Past Few Years. Need Support

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Rockingham, VA
January 16
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Receiving a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation (AFib) can indeed be overwhelming. Here are some steps and tips to help you manage your condition and support your health:

Lifestyle Actions to Support Your Health
- Diet and Exercise: Eating well and staying active can help you regain energy, keep your heart healthy, and Show Full Answer

Receiving a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation (AFib) can indeed be overwhelming. Here are some steps and tips to help you manage your condition and support your health:

Lifestyle Actions to Support Your Health:
- Diet and Exercise: Eating well and staying active can help you regain energy, keep your heart healthy, and reduce AFib symptoms.
- Physical Activity: Regular exercise can protect you from other heart diseases, treat hypertension, and boost overall well-being.

Managing Appointments:
- Stay Organized: Keep a calendar with all your appointment dates and times, or set reminders on your phone.
- Online Health Portals: If available, use an online health portal to see all your appointment dates in one place.

Communicating with Your Doctor:
- Prepare Questions: Write down your questions before appointments to ensure you cover everything important.
- Bring Support: Consider bringing a friend or family member to take notes and help you remember the information discussed.
- Clarify Information: Don’t hesitate to ask questions until you fully understand your treatment options and doctor's instructions.

Emotional and Mental Support:
- Talk with Others: MyHeartDiseaseTeam is a social network for people living with heart disease and their loved ones. Connecting with others who understand your condition can provide emotional support and practical advice.

Remember, you are not alone in this journey, and there are resources and people available to help you navigate living with AFib.

July 14
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Was diagnosed about a year ago with AFib . Had a TEE CARDIOVERSION where they shock the heart. It work & AFib stopped but was told it's probably temporary. 3 months ago went in for Ablation. So far feel great.
Best of luck!

January 23
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Hello. I got diagnosed with AFib last March...Lots of complications and a 6 week stay in the hospital. They finally send me home with a pacemaker and a defibrillator and tons of medicine.
I am doing well. No problem except fatigue. But. Doctors assure me that that is normal.
Anyhow, welcome to the group.

January 17

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