manthing Posted July 11 Report Share Posted July 11 Hi folks. I've recently had a Cardio Version to treat Atrial Fibrillation, that all went well and I'm back to whatever i call normal, i then had a follow up consultation where they want me to have a echo cardia graph ( take an ultra sound vid of the heart in action i think) and depending on the result of that i might need an ablation where they freeze/burn bits of the heart off. I know I need to check with my consultant when I next see them but I just noticed that someone is selling up due to the same procedure, and to be honest it put the Willie's up me. My clay shooting is my social outlet and my walks around the farm are my "i vant to be alone" time, its been bad enough not shooting my air rifles for over a year while I was badly with my heart jumping about all over the place. If I have to pack in the scattergun I may as well live in a cave somewhere. So has/is any of the PW massive had similar experience and able to offer any reassurance? Please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyH Posted July 11 Report Share Posted July 11 From what I know medically, An ablation to treat AF does not impact your ability to make sound decisions, therefore no issues to own a shotgun. If someone has knee replacement, are they not allowed a gun? I get why it has scared you a bit, but ablation is just a procedure, no different to any other I think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyH Posted July 11 Report Share Posted July 11 From what I know medically, An ablation to treat AF does not impact your ability to make sound decisions, therefore no issues to own a shotgun. If someone has knee replacement, are they not allowed a gun? I get why it has scared you a bit, but ablation is just a procedure, no different to any other I think? Taken from the met police website……… Relevant medical conditions which must be disclosed are: Acute Stress Reaction or an acute reaction to the stress caused by a trauma suicidal thoughts or self harm depression or anxiety dementia mania, bipolar disorder or a psychotic illness a personality disorder a neurological condition: for example, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s or Huntington’s diseases, or epilepsy alcohol or drug abuse any other mental or physical condition which might affect your safe possession of a firearm or shotgun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manthing Posted July 11 Author Report Share Posted July 11 1 minute ago, BobbyH said: From what I know medically, An ablation to treat AF does not impact your ability to make sound decisions, therefore no issues to own a shotgun. If someone has knee replacement, are they not allowed a gun? I get why it has scared you a bit, but ablation is just a procedure, no different to any other I think? To be honest I was thinking the physical changes and the repeated thumping to the upper torso. But thanks for adding another dimension to my worries. Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyH Posted July 11 Report Share Posted July 11 25 minutes ago, manthing said: To be honest I was thinking the physical changes and the repeated thumping to the upper torso. But thanks for adding another dimension to my worries. Lol A treatment for AF I don’t think hinders your ability to own a shotgun. Speak to your GP if your concerned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7daysinaweek Posted July 11 Report Share Posted July 11 Only if the AF had caused'syncope' it would then be a cause for concern re your cert. Otherwise you should be all good. I know you say someone else is selling up due to the same condition, however, the causes and symptoms of the condition and also the severity of the symptoms vary widely and how one individual symptomises, another will not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raja Clavata Posted July 11 Report Share Posted July 11 I was diagnosed with WPW last year after a routine ECG detected it. Ablation procedure carried out shortly afterwards around the time of my SGC and FAC renewal which was discussed openly with my FLO. No issues whatsoever, I’m genuinely confident you have nothing to worry about in terms of implications for your licence(s). All the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted July 12 Report Share Posted July 12 Both procedures you mention are fairly minor, if anything they should improve your shooting. Where heart issues are concerned any medical intervention is intended to prolong your life so more time to do the things you enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted July 12 Report Share Posted July 12 A friend of mine had fairly major heart surgery some years ago. It took him a little while to get over - mainly getting back full upper body strength and movement etc. whilst the surgery healed. He went on to enjoy many more years of shooting, fishing, gardening and 'active life' overall. Time he would not have had without the surgery. No issues over SGC, but was advised not to drive for a short period. I think this may have been advisory only (following initial recovery), but not certain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houseplant Posted July 12 Report Share Posted July 12 46 minutes ago, bruno22rf said: Both procedures you mention are fairly minor, if anything they should improve your shooting. Where heart issues are concerned any medical intervention is intended to prolong your life so more time to do the things you enjoy. This is the correct answer and that is a medical opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted July 12 Report Share Posted July 12 Not me but Mrs D has just been discharged after having WPS zapped, AFib Zapped (ablation). The only thing it's had any affect on is unable to load the dishwasher properly. Oh and she forgets when I tell her I'm going shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnphilip Posted July 12 Report Share Posted July 12 26 minutes ago, Dougy said: Not me but Mrs D has just been discharged after having WPS zapped, AFib Zapped (ablation). The only thing it's had any affect on is unable to load the dishwasher properly. Oh and she forgets when I tell her I'm going shooting. Hang on could it be you Dougie 😀😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jega Posted July 12 Report Share Posted July 12 I had a cardio version along with echo cardiograms , no problem whatsoever ,still bloody rubbish but enjoying it never the less . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted July 12 Report Share Posted July 12 2 hours ago, johnphilip said: Hang on could it be you Dougie 😀😀 Me forget never I was working late last night to early morning, she asked where i was going yesterday at 13.30 with my work gear on seriously though my dad passed away due to heart conditions, this was 1984, if the treatment we have now was around then he would have had more years. Mrs D has reduced risk now from Cardiac arrest after the treatment, before this the odds were not good. More time making the most of life and learning to load the dishwasher properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manthing Posted July 12 Author Report Share Posted July 12 Thanks for all the imput peeps. Put my mind at ease, well, till I see the heart team again at least Carry on rewardless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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