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After having a catheter ablation. . .

Can having an catheter ablation alter your metabolism? What are the effects on a metabolic level on the body after having this procedure? A year ago I had a catheter ablation due to SVT, and since then I feel great. I am a fitness instructor and even while eating well, and vigourous exercise I have been gaining weight. The only factor I can attribute this to would be my surgery. Could this be? Thanks for any help and insight.
I might also add that I feel awesome otherwise! I have not had a single episode of SVT since my surgery.
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1774112 tn?1329541297
Hi:)
I think the anesthesia can do funny things ... since i had my ablation 2 Months ago, i'm having zits all over my body, which i never had before...and i don't sleep that much that i used to.... so it can be from that. But you should go to get your blood checked. Maybe u r having problems with your thyroid...which i had couple of years ago,and i had weight problems. Are you on any medication?
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1423357 tn?1511085442
I don't know, but my guess would be to look elsewhere for the cause of your weight gain.  Beta blocker are notorious for packing on the pounds.  I gained a buch of weight when I got on them.  Are you taking any meds?
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