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.
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Assuming you have long QT syndrome, no one can tell you with certainty what will happen if you continue swimming competitively. This lack of certainty is frustrating but very common in medicine. Consequently, you should find a physician that you trust and follow his (or her)recommendations, which will be based on the literature, his experience, and his clinical judgment.
Assuming you have long QT syndrome, no one can tell you with certainty what will happen if you continue swimming competitively. This lack of certainty is frustrating but very common in medicine. Consequently, you should find a physician that you trust and follow his (or her)recommendations, which will be based on the literature, his experience, and his clinical judgment.
