Pots And Ablation!

[sj75]

i know this topic has been raised before but i thought i would update on an extremely interesting conversation i had at a medical conference The Dr is the lead cardiologist at a heart centre in the Uk and sought me out at lunchtime after i had mentioned in a question/answer session that i had autonomic issues following ablation.

This Dr has over 30 years experience of rhythm disorders and said that there was a definite link between ablations and ans problems (something my own ep has always refused to commit on) and he has seen it many times. He said that for a lot of patients it settles down over a few years but for a few the problems persist.

He had very clear views on the use of medications in such circumstances and the importance of challenging the ans in order to help recovery. His colleague did a different talk specifically about pots and im so pleased to have finally come across specialists who would be able to look after both my conditions and prevent some of the contradictions ive come across.

They said they would be willing to see me, the only downside is the distance (3-4 hours away as opposed to my current 45 minutes ) but im thinking it might be worth it.x

[janiedelite]

Yay! Sorry you'd have to travel, but it sounds like seeing this doc would be worth it!

[sandymbme]

I travel about 2and a 1/2 hours to see all of my specialists, but having people who have actually not only heard of my issues but know how to treat them is well worth the effort. I would definitely go, and at least get treatment guidelines for your local doctors to follow.

Sandy

[firewatcher]

My neurologist wants to send me to an EP for a possible ablation. I have been stalling, but I think I'll simply refuse at this point!