I was recently diagnosed with a Long Q Rhythm. I'm wondering if there is anyone else out there with this problem.
My Dr. recommends Beta Blocker and no more racing. He also commented that I've had this condition all my life so I'll probably be ok.
I would like to PM with anyone out there who is swimming with a similar situation. I am feeling very conflicted and would like to talk to someone in the same boat.
I read the paragraph about the sisters who swam in Nationals with a Long Q diagnosis, in fact that article motivated me to go to the electrophysicist (sp) and get this checked out by a specialist.
Hi Amy!!! Thanks for your response. I am hoping to find out today if my insurance will take care of the genetic testing. I figure it will since it's a pretty great policy. Your words are encouraging! I already figured I needed to make sure my potassium levels are good due to the Q rhythm being the part that is fired by potassium. What do you do to insure your potassium level is where it should be? I've googles a list of potassium rich foods I intend to start eating regularly (actually I already eat most of them regularly)
I am sorry you had to go through this. I had no idea. I'm going to keep in touch with you about this. If I get annoying to you just tell me so and I'll back off. Thanks, Robin
Hi Amy!!! Thanks for your response. I am hoping to find out today if my insurance will take care of the genetic testing. I figure it will since it's a pretty great policy. Your words are encouraging! I already figured I needed to make sure my potassium levels are good due to the Q rhythm being the part that is fired by potassium. What do you do to insure your potassium level is where it should be? I've googles a list of potassium rich foods I intend to start eating regularly (actually I already eat most of them regularly)
I am sorry you had to go through this. I had no idea. I'm going to keep in touch with you about this. If I get annoying to you just tell me so and I'll back off. Thanks, Robin
