Can altitude effect my SVT?

[ocmama24]

Hi,

I'm traveling to Colorado next week and I'm a ball of nerves.  My second ablation for avnrt in December was unsuccessful (big bummer) so besides being nervous about traveling by plane I am now stressing about how the altitude in CO will effect my PACs, PVC's and SVT.   I've read all about altitude sickness and how some people can feel their heart rate increase and feel short of breath....it just made me think how that will make someone like me (super sensitive to my heart rate and palpitations)- will feel.  I am on 25mg of atenelol right now.  Was just wondering if anyone here can share some of their experiences with high altitudes their heart rhythm.

Thank you!

[ocmama24]

Thanks for the input!  I'm not going to be hiking or doing anything stressful (just going for a wedding) and thankfully I already avoid caffeine and alcohol.  I hope that makes a difference!  I appreciate the feedback :)

[ees12]

I ended up in the emergency room. Make sure you take your atenolol. Stay hydrated - drink plenty of water. Get sleep. Avoid any stimulants - like caffeine, sudafed... Avoid alcohol that will cause dehydration. Aclimate slowly. I tried to go too fast, but my resting pulse was 120 with no exertion and I am in great health other than PACs that turned into SVTs. Take precautions but don't worry yourself into a higher pulse rate.

[tom_h]

The altitude itself won't directly, but can indirectly.  Unless you're planning hiking or rock climbing, I don't think you'll feel any different than when you're at sea level.  I felt no difference when I visited out there years ago, and at the time, I lived at near sea level.