Checking for AFib

Since I don't know when I go into AFib I am thinking of getting a EKG machine and learning how to test myself. I want to go on a month long trip out west with some younger people but if I go into AFib I need to know.
I recently had a cardioversion that took me out of AFib that I had for 45 days. So far I don't think the AFib has started again.
Does anybody have any suggestions?
Thank,
Jack

4 Comments

Forgot to mention

by Lurch - 2016-04-30 03:04:18

It can detect when you are in A-Fib and will notify you following the reading.

AliveCor

by Lurch - 2016-04-30 03:04:42

I use an AliveCor device that works through my smart phone. It attaches directly to your phone, or you can keep it separate, and provides a Lead 1 ECG that is visible on your phone and is available on-line. You can also email the reading or print it out. I often take my more unusual ones to my Cardiologist to discuss during our visits.

I am not paced all the time (actually paced very little) so I don't notice it in my readings, but, I think I read where it does not work well with active pacing.

You might want to visit their site, very good information there
www.AliveCor.com

AliveCor won't work. 100% paced complete block.

by marylandpm - 2016-04-30 04:04:03

Lurch, I should have stated that I am in complete block, 100% paced so AliveCor won't work. I have a AliveCor already. Remote monitor won't work either. I need a independent means to know when I go into AFib.
Thanks,
Jack

My Omron

by Artist - 2016-05-01 03:05:25

I have a very simple, inexpensive, BP cuff that not only takes my BP, but also displays a symbol when it detecfs afib. I'm one lf the rare individuals that can actually feel the afib and sometimes just double check by using my Omron.

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