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.
More good news! The phone rang at 7:05 this morning; I'm on Fall Break so I was still asleep. It was Dr. Chen's office with the news that the echo-stress test was perfect! I am amazed by the speed this office delivers test results. Now I still know my Q interval is long during exercise but I think this is still good news. I can't wait to hear how this all fits together.
This is my 2nd day of the halter moniter. I haven't pushed the button yet so it will probably be a boring report. I'm planning another run today. I haven't showered since I put this thing on so it's a good thing I'm on break and no one except my family has to smell me! haha! I've heard Americans shower and bathe too much so maybe this will be good for my skin!
More good news! The phone rang at 7:05 this morning; I'm on Fall Break so I was still asleep. It was Dr. Chen's office with the news that the echo-stress test was perfect! I am amazed by the speed this office delivers test results. Now I still know my Q interval is long during exercise but I think this is still good news. I can't wait to hear how this all fits together.
This is my 2nd day of the halter moniter. I haven't pushed the button yet so it will probably be a boring report. I'm planning another run today. I haven't showered since I put this thing on so it's a good thing I'm on break and no one except my family has to smell me! haha! I've heard Americans shower and bathe too much so maybe this will be good for my skin!
