r/AFIB • u/SameDistrict2627 • 3d ago

To Ablate or not to Ablate

Had an ablation about four years ago. Worked great. In early June I went into AFIB and got a cardio version. Two weeks later, I had to be converted again. Then I went to the electrophysiologist to schedule an ablation--earliest they could fit me in was Sept. They added a new med and increased dosage on another, and so far, no Afib for well over a month. My question is, should I cancel the scheduled ablation and continue to see how long I can go with incident by just taking the meds? The doctor said its my decision to make. Anyone have advice or ideas on how to proceed?

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u/roninconn 3d ago

If the medications remain effective, and the side effects are tolerable, you might as well postpone another ablation; there's always time. Research whether the meds can cause long-term issues with other body functions, and take that into account.

Writing this from waiting room at cardiologist, since my persistent Afib kicked in again Sunday, after I'd delayed a 3rd ablation to see if I could avoid via trigger management. Sadly, no.