06-07-2021, 10:38 AM
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So until I can get checked out it's walking and some steady static bike riding to keep fit, I'll post any results, so thanks for all of your replies....Staying alive is more important than keeping fit at the moment Kiddo,
so take it easy,listen to the good advice from Folk on here who know what They're talking about..and do as You're told...for once in Your Life
....Good luck,x
06-07-2021, 10:00 PM
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Thanks again everyone, I've made an appointment with a cardiologist who specialises in Atrial Fibrillation and Arrhythmia and he will see me for a consultation on Thursday morning.Your symptoms sound very similar to mine Meg.
Unfortunately a Holter won't highlight the problem Annie, I've worn one before and they said it came back normal. One of the reasons for this is because it takes an average and doesn't indicate a temporary low or high reading.
A treadmill test is best for understanding the hearts reaction to load conditions.
Today was different again, I did my usual Tuesday five mile run, but had to add some walking occasionally. I felt good and was able to sustain a good pace on the running bits. I used both my blood pressure monitor and oxymeter when I returned home and my heart rate was in the fifties on both instruments, which is an acceptable level. Apart from being tired later in the day, I experienced none of the heart flutterings and shortness of breath I experienced yesterday.
I'm still not receiving notifications of most of the posts I make or subscribe to, so I apologise if I haven't responded to any comments directed at me...
The squigly lines against the heart symbol indicate an irregular heartbeat and are always present on my readings. This was recorded about thirty minutes after my run.
06-07-2021, 10:23 PM
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Originally Posted by OldGreyFox
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Thanks again everyone, I've made an appointment with a cardiologist who specialises in Atrial Fibrillation and Arrhythmia and he will see me for a consultation on Thursday morning.Your symptoms sound very similar to mine Meg.
Unfortunately a Holter won't highlight the problem Annie, I've worn one before and they said it came back normal. One of the reasons for this is because it takes an average and doesn't indicate a temporary low or high reading.
A treadmill test is best for understanding the hearts reaction to load conditions.
Today was different again, I did my usual Tuesday five mile run, but had to add some walking occasionally. I felt good and was able to sustain a good pace on the running bits. I used both my blood pressure monitor and oxymeter when I returned home and my heart rate was in the fifties on both instruments, which is an acceptable level. Apart from being tired later in the day, I experienced none of the heart flutterings and shortness of breath I experienced yesterday.
I'm still not receiving notifications of most of the posts I make or subscribe to, so I apologise if I haven't responded to any comments directed at me...
The squigly lines against the heart symbol indicate an irregular heartbeat and are always present on my readings. This was recorded about thirty minutes after my run.
If I tried to run five miles, my heart rate would be 0!
Re. the lack of notifications, I'm in the same boat. In a way, that's encouraging because it suggests it's not just me, but this site. I should also offer my apologies for the same possible lack of my responses.
06-07-2021, 11:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Longdogs
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Relieved to see you posting Foxy.
07-07-2021, 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by JBR
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I'd say 50+ bpm is pretty damned good after a five mile run.If I tried to run five miles, my heart rate would be 0!
Re. the lack of notifications, I'm in the same boat. In a way, that's encouraging because it suggests it's not just me, but this site. I should also offer my apologies for the same possible lack of my responses.
I'll be glad when the forum is back to normal.....
07-07-2021, 11:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Longdogs
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Relieved to see you posting Foxy.
But perhaps I should let the doctor decide that tomorrow...
Cheers Mate....
07-07-2021, 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Zaphod
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Me three.
You did well arranging an appointment so quickly too, which of course will hopefully lead to real answers.
I had to go private, hence the speedy appointment...
If I had to wait until my regular GP would see me I'd have snuffed it...
The bloke I'm going to see specialises in Atrial Fibrillation and irregular heart rhythms. And hopefully will test my heart under load conditions on a treadmill. I'll post the results tomorrow.
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