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Hi Anonymous

You don't say if you are having symptoms, which figures into this equation. If your symptoms worsen dramatically or you have sudden difficulty breathing or chest pain, I suggest you seek emergency treatment, and by that I mean call an ambulance.

Did your doctor give you parameters as far as when to check in? For instance, if you don't lose 5 pounds within 24 hours call the office, or if you aren't better by Monday come in, or something along those lines?

This can be a tricky situation for a few reasons. AFib can cause clots, and those clots can enter your lungs causing pulmonary embolism. With fluid in your lungs it might be a little difficult to notice symptoms of a tiny clot. That's why I say if it suddenly worsens, seek help. Another thing is if you are limiting fluids and taking diuretics at the same time, there is only so much fluid you can excrete. Imagine a bucket of fluid. Once you empty it, it's empty. If you don't put any more fluid in, you can turn it upside down but it's still empty.

We do have information on AFib: https://www.empowher.com/condition/atrial-fibrillation/definition.

That does not mean your doctor is incorrect, I'm just explaining that it can be a real balance to limit fluid intake and try to get your kidneys to excrete fluid at the same time. So I suggest that if you don't know exactly when you are supposed to see the doctor again, or what to watch for before you call, you might want to check in and ask.

Questions I would ask: What symptoms are an emergency? What symptoms require a call? When should I return for a checkup? What symptoms should be expected?

If you get some parameters, it will be much easier for you to figure out when you need help and when you can sit tight and wait to see what happens. If you want to discuss this further, please let us know. Good luck and please keep us posted.

September 24, 2010 - 7:20pm

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