| Re: Afib and atrial flutter
I was under the impression that ablation was the most effective treatment for afib and usually recommended when the meds are not effective or become ineffective.
If you cannot take meds than the only treatment I know of is ablation. From what I read ablation is about 60% to 80% effective but can take up to three months following the procedure to show any improvement. I assume your ablation did not resolve your afib or perhaps it needs more time.
My afib is what is called vagal afib. Most of my episodes are triggered by foods that irritate my vagus nerve. For about two years I have learned to avoid certain foods and reduce my episodes. I suggest your looking into vagal afib and see if it applies to you. You can do this by keeping a food journal and being alert to any afib episodes after eating certain foods.
The meds are no bargain and take their toll. There is lots of info on the web. I suggest learning what you can about afib. Good luck.
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Last edited by don444; 11-12-2016 at 11:52 AM.
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Afib and atrial flutter 
