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Heart palpitations

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I went to a cardiologist also for my palpitations. Wish I hadn't.
Now I'm stuck on Toprol and I never feel right.
Hands always cold and tingly. Stupid cough. Bad esophageal issues. yuck!!!
Spent my birthday in the ER with chest pains...from what?....Toprol!
Well, at least you were given another Chance :) to learn... Better :thumbsup:

I have never asked a Cardiologist, or any other 'specialist' for that matter.

I know better! -> As soon as my MINERALS,
especially Potassium, Iron & sodium, got re-adjusted, I've had none such challenges, whatsoever.

PRAISE :clap: GOD!
 
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Um, Brak - I think afib is short for atrial fibrillation (not aortic fibrillation). Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

It is. There is no such thing as aortic fibrillation.
 
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I am glad I am not the only that struggles with these. I am on toprol and diltiazem for the problem. I get rapid heart beat and chest pains as well as nerve pain near my armpits on both sides. My fear is that my body seems to be building up a tolerance for the drugs. When I get off of them or tried to cut them down as my cardiologist recommended originally, my pulse is out of control. Part of the problem is anxiety I know, but it seems like there is an underlying cause to all this situation. But my doctor has already ruled out Wolfe Parkinson's White syndrome that attacks individuals my age. Continued prayers would be appreciated for this. I see an arrythmia specialist next month.

All I can say to those starting to experience rapid heartbeat is get off the caffeine and energy drinks with taurine before you end up in the ER like I did when this all started in 2011. It is so frustrating. By the way, I also have problems sleeping.
 
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the doc kinda shrugged and said nothing looked bad and as long as it wasn't causing problems (pain or fainting) they'd leave it alone.

Diet exercise & stress control according to Dr Ornish has been shown to "reverse heart disease". So there are effective things we can do even when the doctor wants to leave it alone.
 
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I had a severe palpitation in my sleep last night. This despite years of medication for the problem. In the past whenever I had such an attack, I would be fatigued and in pain all day.

Now that I use mudras as shown in the above video from youtube, the problem has been lessened significantly. At the moment there is absolutely no pain or even the slightest discomfort. Google mudras and you will see that even Jesus has been portrayed thousands of times using them for they are truly a godsend.
 
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Going to a cardiologist was the best thing I could have done after I started having different kinds of palpitations. It eased my mind and I have a specialist to turn to if I need him.

After my first visit I had a stress test, a 24 hour monitoring device, and several other kinds of tests including blood work. I found out that I don't have a serious problem and the main thing my doc told me was to exercise regularly. He told me in my case it was better to walk longer than faster. I wish you good luck with your Doctor's appointment and will pray for you. God bless.
Exercise at least twice a week could be the key to recovery. Also a cardio diet is important. Plant based whole food diet. High nutrition low calorie. The endomorphs produced when you exercise help to control stress hormones.

Here is a article with some of the things to look for that could help to deal with the problem.

http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/guide/what-causes-heart-palpitations
 
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I have experienced palpitations over the years, the past comments offer some great advice.
I was on the 24 hour monitor, ended up with 13 extra beats in a 24 hour period, doctor said nothing to worry about. If the flutters start to real bother me he can prescribe beta blockers.

I gave up coffee and only drink a cup of decaf, also have not had a beer in years.
Relaxing, meditation, prayer, help slow things down.
Take things slow.
 
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