In the days after the procedure, you may experience mild symptoms such as an achy chest and discomfort, or bruising in the area where the catheter was inserted . You might also notice skipped heartbeats or irregular heart rhythms. Most people can return to their normal activities within a few days.
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Also, your heart rhythm may feel faster than usual for a period of time and you may feel tired as your heart and body need time to adjust . These symptoms will improve on their own over time.
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Common Symptoms After Ablation The ablated (or destroyed) areas of tissue inside your heart may take up to eight weeks to heal. You may still have arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) during the first few weeks after your ablation. During this time, you may need anti-arrhythmic medications or other treatment.
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After a catheter ablation we advise you do not drive for 1 week . However, the DVLA allow driving 2 days after the procedure. We advise you to take a minimum of 1 week off work, but it is likely that it may be up to 2 weeks before you feel strong enough to do more physical tasks.
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You may also have mild shortness of breath or fatigue. These symptoms are all normal and should subside within 4 to 6 weeks after the procedure. However, please tell your doctor or nurse if your symptoms are prolonged or severe, or if your abnormal heart rhythm reoccurs.
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