EP doctor visit

I had my scheduled 6-month exam with the Electrophysiologist today. It began with a weight measurement (162), 12-lead EKG, and BP reading.

The BP was 180/90, which is what it was when I checked it before leaving the house. I "think" I'd just freaked myself out due to nervousness about this visit (and I have no idea why I was so anxious). Of course, the more I tried to calm down, the worse it got. Anyway, the doctor checked it after we talked awhile and it was down to 160/82, so he was satisfied. I also showed him my regular checks from home, which are usually in the 120-ish/70-ish range.

All told, he was happy with things. I'm still having erratic heart rate "episodes" of some kind every 1-2 months, but with the Kardia mobile device I am able to text those readings to him and he is good to follow-up. Most episodes only last a few hours, with occasional longer ones. None have yet gone past 24 hours.

He said these are not damaging or endangering my life in any way, but merely present a "quality of life" issue. He suggested maintaining the current course of treatment (diltiazem, apibaxin, lisinopril, and rosuvastatin), and if I would ever start to experience pain or the episodes got to be every 1-2 weeks or 1-2 days, he would suggest a second ablation (rather than additional medications). He said said he would do a pulsed field ablation if we need to do another, and he is currently the only one doing them in Fort Wayne. They are apparently much less invasive and are showing good signs.

Also, he said I have GRADUATED to annual visits instead of 6 months! I am to watch my hydration levels, electrolyte balance, medication therapy, and keep him updated with any odd Kardia readings. If at any time I'd like to do the second oblation I can just text him or call the office.

I guess that's good!