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.
Funny that you say the Beta Blocker makes you feel relaxed. I actually kind of liked the feeling at night. I tend to be a little hyper so, besides making me a little more tired, I didn't mind the half-pill dose. I will say that I felt funny swimming at first on it--like I couldn't get my heart rate up. That didn't last. But I never went up to the full dose.
Interesting that your doctor wants your kids to have EKG's before you have your genetic testing results back. Especially considering you haven't had any fainting spells or family history of any kind. And, considering EKG's can't always pick up long QT issues. My doctor didn't say anything about having my kids tested and I was hesitant for fear it would scare them. My kids are all under 14 and not as heavily athletically involved as yours, though.
Hope all the tests come out great. Until then, remember you've been fine all these years and that nobody is guaranteed another day on this planet whether they have a heart condition or not. Enjoy being here :applaud:
Amen to that Amy! I'm just glad I'm not totally freaking out and that the medicine seems ok so far.
I may have my kids hold off till I get the genetic testing. They are not very enthused about getting an ekg. The oldest of is pregnant currently, she said her ob would do it. Daughter #2 is in Physician's Assistant School, she's a little miffed but usually goes with the program. My son really doesn't do doctors unless it's an emergency situation. He will be the tough one!
Funny that you say the Beta Blocker makes you feel relaxed. I actually kind of liked the feeling at night. I tend to be a little hyper so, besides making me a little more tired, I didn't mind the half-pill dose. I will say that I felt funny swimming at first on it--like I couldn't get my heart rate up. That didn't last. But I never went up to the full dose.
Interesting that your doctor wants your kids to have EKG's before you have your genetic testing results back. Especially considering you haven't had any fainting spells or family history of any kind. And, considering EKG's can't always pick up long QT issues. My doctor didn't say anything about having my kids tested and I was hesitant for fear it would scare them. My kids are all under 14 and not as heavily athletically involved as yours, though.
Hope all the tests come out great. Until then, remember you've been fine all these years and that nobody is guaranteed another day on this planet whether they have a heart condition or not. Enjoy being here :applaud:
Amen to that Amy! I'm just glad I'm not totally freaking out and that the medicine seems ok so far.
I may have my kids hold off till I get the genetic testing. They are not very enthused about getting an ekg. The oldest of is pregnant currently, she said her ob would do it. Daughter #2 is in Physician's Assistant School, she's a little miffed but usually goes with the program. My son really doesn't do doctors unless it's an emergency situation. He will be the tough one!
