A Surprise Visit from AFib
Have you ever felt a sudden high heart rate and a strange fluttering in your chest? Atrial fibrillation can occur unexpectedly and go away just as quickly. Read my story about one such episode.
6-Minute Walk Test
My stay at Okayama Medical Center is coming to an end after four BPA treatments. We are still running several tests this week to collect post-treatment data, including today’s 6-minute walk test (6MWT).
Atrial Arrhythmias in Pulmonary Hypertension
This review establishes a possible link between atrial fibrillation and pulmonary hypertension, including CTEPH. The paper discusses potential causes and treatment options. Very interesting!
Never Dull: Greetings From AFib
The life of a CTEPH patient is never dull. We have a new situation, a new sub-challenge. This morning I was told that I have atrial fibrillation (also called AFib, A-fib, or AF) and that treating it is probably a good idea.