Anybody got/had SVT

[Mr Magoo]

Two weeks ago, during a fishing trip I spent three hours trying to trawl with a heart rate of 180 bpm.Once ashore they, the doctors, finally worked out I have SVT (can't spell it) and could only get the heart rate down by giving me two injections of some drug.

What I'm interested in, is how others have dealt with it. Ignore it, as I have done for thirty years, take beta blockers forever or had the operation. Age now ] and has the frequency increased with age.
Myself, I don't think it has but it's sporadic and I have never had a three hour attack that has required intervention to get control of. So is the age becoming a factor?

I personally don't want to start popping beta blockers every day but the idea of getting a full blown attack in my sixties, fifty now, is not exactly an idea of having a good day. :brokenh:

Thanks.

 

[Northeast]

Supra ventricular tachycardia. Long term drugs, get it ablated, adenosine when you have an episode or a DCR (a bit of a shock in A&E) if adenosine doesn't work.

I'd get the ablation personally.

None of it is fun but at least the ablation is over and done with quickly.

 

[Mr Magoo]

That's it. :Y: And that was the drug, completely unenjoyable.

Ablation is kind of what I'm thinking but I'm not sure weather I'm using a cannon to swat a fly or just being a wuss. Hence my question but thanks for the reply.

 

[7.62marksman]

This is for the people that don't know what you are talking about (like me i had to research it)
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a condition that causes your heart to beat much faster than it should. SVT is a type of abnormal heart rhythm, called an arrhythmia, that starts in the upper part of your heart. It may last from a few seconds or hours to several days.
What increases my risk for SVT?
Health conditions such as anemia, a thyroid disorder, or heart problems
Drinking caffeine, herbs, or using dietary supplements
Dehydration
Pregnancy
Exercise, fever, or stress
Smoking, drinking alcohol, or using illegal drugs
What are the signs and symptoms of SVT?
A pounding, racing, or fluttering heartbeat
Fatigue, weakness, or shortness of breath
Feeling lightheaded, dizzy, or faint.
Pain, pressure, or tightness in your chest, neck, jaw, arms, or upper back
Nausea
Feeling anxious, scared, or worried that something bad may happen
How is SVT diagnosed?
Your healthcare provider will ask about other health conditions and your symptoms. He will also listen to your heart and lungs. You may need any of the following tests:
Blood or urine tests are done to check for causes of SVT.
An EKG is a test to record your heart rhythm and how fast your heart beats. It is used to check for problems with your heart. Your healthcare provider may do an EKG when you are resting, then again after you exercise. You may also need to wear a portable heart monitor at home for a short time.
A chest x-ray shows a picture of your heart and lungs.
An echocardiogram is a type of ultrasound.
Sound waves are used to show the structure and function of your heart.A tilt table test checks your heart and blood pressure when your body changes positions.
An electrophysiology study is a procedure to map the electrical pathways in your heart that control your heartbeat.
How is SVT treated?
Treatment will depend on what is causing your SVT and your symptoms. You may not need treatment or you may need any of the following:
Medicines help control your heart rate and rhythm.
Vagal maneuvers are ways to use your own body to slow down your heart rate. Your healthcare provider may have bear down like you are having a bowel movement. You healthcare provider may teach you how to do vagal maneuvers so you can do them at home.
Carotid sinus massage is a type of massage to help slow your heart rate. Your healthcare provider will apply steady pressure to a blood vessel on one side of your neck. Do not do a carotid sinus massage on yourself or anyone else.
Cardioversion is a procedure to return your heart rate and rhythm to normal. It can be done with medicine or an electric shock. You may need cardioversion if medicine does not work.
Ablation is a procedure that uses a catheter to damage the small area of your heart that is causing abnormal electrical signals. This will stop the electrical problem and allow your heart to beat regularly.

 

[Northeast]

Adenosine - prepare for a feeling of impending doom

As always, your cardiologist is the best person to talk to rather than Internet strangers

One thing I like to do to health specialists is ask "what would you do?" Makes them think about what they really should be doing rather than what is quickest, easiest, cheapest, etc.

 

[reefer]

my brother had this..or something similar...he got a pacemaker fitted! ...I think the ablation thingo would be the go...Northeast has got it right mate! at least it's fixed then.Must be a worry though....Mr Magoo...I'd have the tests and get it done(as outlined in 7.62's post...Then it would be a case of...'never mind Waldo!' ] ..nyuk nyuk nyuk!

 

[Mr Magoo]

That will be it marksmen. :Y: They reckoned dehydration had set it off this time. I'd been out camping and fishing for a number of days.

As always, your cardiologist is the best person to talk to rather than Internet strangers big_smile wink

Yes. For sure and will do. It would be good to get feed back from others who live with it. I believe it's not that uncommon. :/ And a good way to get a constructive answer.

Must be a worry though....Mr Magoo

Actually Reefer I have had so many attacks over the years, many far worse, that it's all just part of life. I only ended up in the hospital because my mates wife had a freak out, understandably I guess. :lol:
I was still pulling in the mackerel while it was happening. Which is why I raised the question. I just don't know if it's a concern because I'm that used to it. Sounds dumb

Anyway on a lighter note and a bit of a brag opportunity here's our campsite.

 

[Northeast]

Well bragged. Beautiful water :Y: Love mackies!!!!

Pacemakers aren't an option for this one unfortunately.

The vagal manouvoures might be an option as they are something you can do yourself although you probably tried that in ED and that is why you still ended up with adenosine?

Cardiologist will set you straight

 

[diggit]

It would also help to reasssess every part of your diet also. Food/drink plays a huge role in most ailments and conditions. Ensure your body has the nutrients and trace minerals it needs to function.

Cutting out coffee and chocolate helps with many things.
Ensure you have enough magnesium and potassium..
Cut down on sugars, eat plenty of green mixed salads
Go for regular walks
Go easy on the booze/smokes
Go easy on junk food etc

All just common sense but our diet really plays a massive part in so many things.

 

[Bazz]

It would also help to reasssess every part of your diet also. Food/drink plays a huge role in most ailments and conditions. Ensure your body has the nutrients and trace minerals it needs to function.

Cutting out coffee and chocolate helps with many things.
Ensure you have enough magnesium and potassium..
Cut down on sugars, eat plenty of green mixed salads
Go for regular walks
Go easy on the booze/smokes
Go easy on junk food etc

All just common sense but our diet really plays a massive part in so many things.

OK diggit, so you might be right

Still a party pooper

 

[Hunting the yellow]

i got something very similar its called trakia brekia or something like that your heart beats supper fast when your just walking or feeling scared/nervous or sometimes just sitting around doing nothing. its a massive pain in the b.m for me as its very random the best way to describe it to someone who doesn't have it would be to run as long and as fast and as hard as you can then all of a sudden just stop running the only difference is my heat rate won't just stop/go down normally it will stay way up at 160 beats a minute sometimes for a few hours and sometimes you don't even have to run as I said its a bit like running but you can be just sitting or doing nothing physical and your heat rate randomly jumps from 40 beats a minute up to a whopping 120 sometimes 160 beats a minute with no warning I say 40 because that is my daytime heat beat rate when im asleep it drops down to what I call the dead zone just 24 beats per minute if you don't believe me with this ill personally send you my health tests that I've done to prove it via email. also surprised the docs too they thought I was part of the walking dead haha

 

[Hunting the yellow]

Pacemakers aren't an option for this one unfortunately.

nope have to get the battery changed every 5 to 10 years pain in the but for younger people

 

[Mr Magoo]

i got something very similar its called trakia brekia or something like that your heart beats supper fast when your just walking or feeling scared/nervous or sometimes just sitting around doing nothing. its a massive pain in the b.m for me as its very random the best way to describe it to someone who doesn't have it would be to run as long and as fast and as hard as you can then all of a sudden just stop running the only difference is my heat rate won't just stop/go down normally it will stay way up at 160 beats a minute sometimes for a few hours and sometimes you don't even have to run as I said its a bit like running but you can be just sitting or doing nothing physical and your heat rate randomly jumps from 40 beats a minute up to a whopping 120 sometimes 160 beats a minute with no warning I say 40 because that is my daytime heat beat rate when im asleep it drops down to what I call the dead zone just 24 beats per minute if you don't believe me with this ill personally send you my health tests that I've done to prove it via email. also surprised the docs too they thought I was part of the walking dead haha

Yep! Pretty much same symptoms. Normal heart rate which will suddenly increase to at least 180 bpm in a second or two. And then eventually drop back to normal after usually half an hour or so, again in a couple o seconds. Mine start's for no particular reason but is always proceeded by a weird shallow cough. The last episode at 180 was a mild attack. I agree, it's annoying.

So do you manage it or just live with it?

 

[jethro]

I be had a few SVT attacks over the yrs , most only lasted 5 or 10 minutes or so. Dr told me to lay down with legs elevated and massage the corotid artery in the side of the neck, val salva I th8nk he called it. Seems to help

 

[Ridge Runner]

What a fine bunch of healthy specimens we are, Bloody 10 of us and we ain't got enough good parts to make one good one between us, Lol, :lol: :lol: :lol: :Y:

J.

 

[Chiron52]

Guys, my missus (50's) had similar problems. The last time while in Emergency her heart rate hit 230 beats/min. Each time she had one of these attacks it left her completely wrecked. She eventually had the ablation thing done and has had no more attacks since (3years).
I would recommend the op - you should see her go now with a pick and shovel digging for gems. ]

 

[madtuna]

I have the heart of a 20 year old :Y:
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it's in the freezer next to the liver of a 25 year old, kidneys of an 18 year old and pancreas from one who didn't have a passport but I think was German]

 

[aussiefarmer]

Mick taylor ? Is that you :lol: