Well if Garmin only moved to pay because they got some bad press from your channel, it concerns me that a hiker without a YT channel or public forum might not have the results you had. Garmin needs to pay attention when there is a claim and get it paid timely. I surely will use caution in the future to review their customer review and survey before I use them or suggest their services to anyone else. Thank you Dixie and glad your community backed you up and got the claim paid.

@GlennZucman

2 ай бұрын

Agreed. Since I have 430K fewer subscribers, I guess Garmin insurance would be a waste of my money?

@turragorman59

2 ай бұрын

@@GlennZucman only you can decide that. I just felt Garmin was more concerned about their reputation than their customer. My husband and I have different insurance as ADV riders, hopefully we don't ever need to use it

@corrindickerson7368

2 ай бұрын

Totally agree. It is ridiculous they took so long to settle the claim. Very suspicious that it was settled a week after the video that they didn’t pay came out.

@notetaking9308

2 ай бұрын

​@@corrindickerson7368And that they then reached out to ask her to update...

@hilgi2003

2 ай бұрын

Check out your state, they may have plans for this. Utah has the USARA for $35 a year per family.

Ditch any doctor who is dismissive of your concerns, the world is crawling with them. There are good ones.

@Skank_and_Gutterboy

2 ай бұрын

Also ditch any doctor that is trying to put you on unnecessary meds.

@bonniecreevy2642

2 ай бұрын

💯

@tyronewashington230

2 ай бұрын

She said the doctor didn't dismiss her concern. He told her there's not evidence to be concerned about. This is what you tell ppl with Illness anxiety disorder.

@HomemadeWanderlust

2 ай бұрын

@@tyronewashington230 I don’t have anxiety issues. I just want to know what the arrhythmia I have is called.

@tyronewashington230

2 ай бұрын

@@HomemadeWanderlust A person claiming they have no anxiety is a unreasonable claim. Do you wish to amend your claim? Denial is not just a river in Egypt.

Sounds like a familiar story. I was backpacking alone last July when I sensed something was up with me healthwise. I was referred to a cardiologist who scheduled me for a stress test. When I showed up for it, I was told there was a mistake and the equipment used for it was already in use and I would have to reschedule. This was after burning a vacation day from work for this test. That was September 16. Long story short, on Sunday night, September 24, 2023, I had a heart attack. Within 24 hours I had a stent to open a 99% blocked artery. I tried to address the issue and do preventative maintenance the right way but our local health care system is so incompetent that it took a near death experience to get the problem fixed. This nation’s health care system is in a pitiful state. No one wants to be accountable for a diagnosis.

@oldschooljeremy8124

2 ай бұрын

The equipment seems to be a chronic problem, or maybe excuse. I too was scheduled for a stress test and then they called the day before my appointment with "Our treadmill just broke down, we don't know when it will be fixed, we have to reschedule and we'll call to let you know". Naturally, weeks go by, no call. I had to call them to get it done ( and then it was "Oh we were just about to call you" ). THEN they wanted me to have a CT scan. Same deal, appointment scheduled and the day before they call to say "We don't do that test at this location, we have to reschedule you for next week at another office" halfway across the city. Apparently for 3 weeks they didn't know that they didn't do this test at this location and only twigged to it the day before. Had the test and haven't heard a word from the cardiologist since...and every time I call his office it's "Our computer system is down we can't do anything we'll call you tomorrow". Which, of course, they don't, ever.

@robertedwards7749

2 ай бұрын

If you have to burn a vacaday so they can play with their toys but they also are the ones who flake out on you.... YOU should be able to recover compensation from them for the extra cost it caused you. But OOOHHHHNNNNOOOOOOO they are doctors men of science and healers of the body and sole. They can not do wrong. This and a few other reasons I have stopped going to any doctor for even a check up. If you read my post I tell how they failed to diagnose me and I went around them and the insurance and won.

@janefreeman995

2 ай бұрын

@oldschooljeremy8124 I had 25k worth of dental work done in Croatia for 5K. They asked for x-rays in advance and they actually laughed because they were so archaic. I had them done there with totally modern equipment for 25 euros that were exponentially better and far less radiation....

@a.w.thompson4001

2 ай бұрын

​@@oldschooljeremy8124 I'm so sorry they failed you. I hope you're fully recovered.

@big566bunny

Ай бұрын

@@janefreeman995 I have heard stories like that before. For example, very positive stories about health care in Mexico. IMHO, all information/reporting in the USA goes through a filter of "marketing", concern is placed on the "optics" rather than facts. Information on the US health care system is 99% self-congratulatory, "we are #1, best in the world, that's why it costs so much." That whole baloney around Covid19 is a further example of how the public is misled, propagandized. Many decades I go I had to see a dentist in Austria, when I still wore braces. He was shocked and called it "barbaric methods used in the Wild West".

As someone who works in the medical field I was crawling out of my skin watching this video. You should absolutely have been put on a Holter monitor. Especially if you still feel the flutter and the Apple Watch is still picking them up. They would easily capture the arrhythmia and then could go from there. I don’t understand how they can dismiss it without knowing what it is. Best of luck to you! I hope you can find a cardiologist that is willing to get to the bottom of it. Long story but the short of it is I had a stroke at 27 with no prior knowledge of any cardiac problem. It was found during the work up that I had a PFO (hole in my heart) that was only open when I would bear down. It’s since been closed, I have no restrictions, and am now almost 42. It’s probably fine isn’t a good enough answer.

@SmokeytheJeep

2 ай бұрын

Didn’t she post once about going on a 24-hour holter? (I agree, though, a longer period of observation seems warranted.)

@John_Ridley

2 ай бұрын

Old doctor doesn't want to learn new tricks.

@funandfam2154

2 ай бұрын

A 24 hour holter monitor or even a 30 day cardiac event recorder are likely to be inconclusive and tend to be expensive for unreliable results. Dixie, I sent you an email that may peak your interest. It will show up as Fred Pierce. I look forward to speaking with you.😊

@Trails.andponytails

2 ай бұрын

@@funandfam2154 why do you think it would be inconclusive when she can reproduce the flutters at home? A coworker of mine just wore a monitor for two weeks for a similar feeling of flutters. She learned that she was having even more episodes than she realized. Now that it’s been captured she’s having more tests done.

@funandfam2154

2 ай бұрын

@@Trails.andponytails no doubt that she is producing flutters and despite some doctors saying you can’t feel them, you absolutely can. I am definitely not questioning her ability to reproduce symptoms. That’s actually good. Jessica and I share an almost identical story, from the doctors making you feel like you’ve kind of been blown off, to inconclusive tests, or being told it’s nothing serious. It took me 20 years to solve my issue, and before wasting a ton of money of 2 or 3 lead ECG tests, there are alternatives that will stop this in its tracks.

Find a cardiologist that will put you on a 48 hr Holter monitor then go home and do your workout routine that triggers the heart events. My spouse has chromic pac's (pre-mature atrial contractions) and her cardiologist has been doing the Holter montor annually for the last 15 years just to be sure that things are not progressing beyond the current level of concern.

@vailpcs4040

2 ай бұрын

I was going to say exactly this: get a HOLTER and do not settle for any practitioner who will not give you one, given your symptoms!

@matthawton1732

2 ай бұрын

There are a few different heart monitors like the Holter i.e. Zio patch, ACT monitor or the implantable LINQ. I agree you should have had one of these

@monkeyfeet8296

2 ай бұрын

This is not medical advice, but a 30-day event monitor (loop recorder) would give you a better chance of detecting an event

@joshuawolfe8865

2 ай бұрын

Similar story here. 48 hours on a monitor was all it took to diagnose PVC (premature ventricular contractions) in my heart. It was such a relief to know what it was and that my fluttering heart wasn’t going to explode.

@MedusasFeelinSalty

2 ай бұрын

I got a Linq put in after I kept having problems that weren't caught on the Holter. It caught everything. I've got A fib and tachy brady syndrome, all found because of that implanted loop recorder. Holters are basically useless, especially if you're active at all.

Trust your body and keep pushing for answers. I had to push due to an artery blockage that everyone said I didn't have. All testing (EKG, Stress Test, Calcium X-Ray....) were all inconclusive. Finally got them to agree to do an Angiogram and guess what, I had a 95% Blockage in my main artery. Had a Stent put in and am fully recovered for 12 years, but it demonstrated to me that you have to be your own advocate relative to your health. Hope you finally find someone that will take your issues seriously and you can get a diagnosis so you can get the issue resolved.

Glad to see you're getting up and about again! ER doc here, unfortunately most Apple/Garmin watch/Kardia Mobile tracings are very prone to movement artifact and not of the quality needed to confidently diagnose specific arrhythmias, you really need a proper ambulatory cardiac monitor. In the old days, this was a Holter monitor which is rather unwieldy, but my facility uses a much smaller one called the Zio XT. This is a small device that you stick to your chest and wear 24/7, typically for about 2 weeks or so, then mail in for download and interpretation. It has a button that you can push if you are experiencing your symptoms, it then marks it on the recording. This is especially useful if you have an activity routine that will reliably provoke the sensation, but is not easy to perform while in the office. You might talk your primary care doc and see if they can order one for you, we put them on the in ER fairly frequently for outpatient arrhythmia workups. Hope this helps!

@CarloChiri

Ай бұрын

In Italy I was subjected to a similar procedure. In two months I had ECG, Holter monitoring, blood exams before and after. Different doctors cooperated to solve the problem and it worked…all for little more than a 100€. Furthermore, cancelling an appointment is seriously unprofessional (expecially for holidays), you do not accept it in the beginning. Here in Italy we have lots of problems with the public healthcare, but it seems our system works quicker and better than yours sometimes. Hope it’s a one off case as you seem to offer the solution.

Stress echos are designed to see wall motion abnormalities, not electrical problems.I do echos for a living. Kick first cardiologist to the curb. Some arrhythmias are not dangerous, and there is no “name” for them. The electricians of the heart are called “electrophysiologists”, if you ever need one.

@plantluvr2917

2 ай бұрын

she is so right. stress echos are not the best. do your research. I have had afib and a successful ablation. Also, some people who had covid have had some strange heart arrhythmias even if you werent vaccinated. I just had the latest covid mutation and while sick this is the first time I have gone into afib since my ablation. hopefully it was a one off. stay on top of this situation. Halter monitor would be good. research magnesium for arrhythmias too. I had success with it and so have others. York cardiology on youtube is one of the best educators and has a thing on magnesium . wishing you the best . I so enjoy your videos.🥰

@CanonNovice

2 ай бұрын

I agree with you on York Cardiology.

@tribassett

2 ай бұрын

2nd vote for an electrophysiologist (EP). They are the ones that CAN put a name to what’s going on. It’s easy to get discouraged and worried. I’ve been ‘off trail’ for close to a year. But I’m past the worst of my heart issues and headed to ADK for a few days for the eclipse.

@a.w.thompson4001

2 ай бұрын

​@@tribassett Enjoy your return to the trail!

@UNIVAC1005

2 ай бұрын

Echocardiograms are just one tool in the chest (pun intended). Some arrhythmias can be caused by abnormal heart anatomy or valvular disease that can be detected by imaging. So it’s good to do stress echos. But a clear stress echo obviously doesn’t mean there is no problem. There are many types of arrhythmias and heart disease that can’t be seen with ultrasound.

I had afib, my heart was stuck at 160 bpm at rest. I went into surgery at 10 am and walked out cured and feeling 100% at 3 pm. The procedure took only 15 minutes, they entered through my groin, and fed the device up to my heart, where it burnt a ring around one of the chambers - it was very uncomfortable even with morphine. That was five years ago and I've felt great ever since.

I’m 67 and have dealt with my wife’s serious health issues for years. I was a healthcare administrator and I learned that in these “runaround” situations your best bet is to travel to a center of excellence and be seen where they deal with these issues all the time ( Cleveland Clinic, Mayo)

@JenM.5387

2 ай бұрын

If your insurance will cover it...

@bettymaverick1098

2 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.

@TheCougarlife

2 ай бұрын

Avoid Cleveland clinic imo, they gas lit my daughter about her RA because it wasn't showing up in certain tests, then had the nerve to write in her medical file that it was a mental health disorder. Low and behold a year later, it started showing in her tests, and fortunately, she found a Dr who understood symptoms showed up before it was of a level to be detected in her tests. If I could get 10 minutes with the Dr who claimed she was faking it... had they treated her LIKE THEY SHOULD HAVE ... they could have prevented the permanent damage that she now has. But then again, doctors like to gaslight women.

@a.w.thompson4001

2 ай бұрын

​@@TheCougarlife I wish you could have that 10 minutes. There are bad apples everywhere, but it stinks when it's your loved one's doctor. A friend of mine has brain damage due to malpractice, but the doctor's dead, to the dismay of many patients who would have been able to sue.

@davidwebb1832

2 ай бұрын

@@TheCougarlife After what I've been seeing over the last few years and with my own limited, non serious experience, I would like to have 10 minutes with quite a few "medical" professionals.

Your situation is one reason people are fed up with the medical establishment, among others. But glad to see you getting back out there. And I’m sure you will be taking every precaution. ❤

I don't want to start a whole political war,but it should be obvious to everybody that we have a LOT to fix when it comes to healthcare in this country.

@patrickjones8255

2 ай бұрын

Companies got too much money in the game. Whether you wanted to go an open market route like the Republicans or socialize it like the Democrats you could've done it by now, and either way would've probably lowered costs. But the big almighty $ is paying politicians campaigns. "Citizens" United was the worst thing to happen to American politics and we should've stood up and told them no right then and there

@willieb.1700

2 ай бұрын

The real problem is the healthcare providers and services can charge whatever they want to for service. Emergency healthcare and hospitals are the issue.

@danielrassi2174

2 ай бұрын

​@@patrickjones8255 💯 It's less left vs right and more a broader incentive system and also tied to money printing never being questioned when there could be a promise of medical advancement. It's great we can keep people alive with new tech, but it comes at the cost of absurd prices. Not to mention the fact that if our auto or home insurance worked like healthcare it would 3x in cost when you had to file a claim just to fix a light bulb (the healthcare equivalent of the administrative burden on simple/routine/low cost visits or procedures)

@sjfanning7711

2 ай бұрын

Yes, we do.

@Rgrrgr175

2 ай бұрын

You can start by not trusting experimental mRNA vaccines pushed out under a cover of fear and panic. Hearts in young people have been exploding since then.

Dixie, I think you should go ahead and see if you can get an appt with that female cardiologist in August if possible. Sounds like she would be a great choice to be a patient of hers even if you have to wait, even if she does not initially detect any problem, but if it arises again, you will already be her patient. Key is to get in the system! Glad you are asymptomatic for now and getting back on trail!

Thanks for the update. I was worried about you. I will be 84 April 5, and I am still hiking 5 miles up and around Kennesaw Mountain in Ga. 3 days a week. I had 4 stints put in on the artery that feeds the left side of my heart a little over 6 months ago and I only missed 2 weeks hiking. I was lucky and there was no damage done to my heart. I have hiked all of the trails in the Smokies and from Springer through the Smokies multiple times. I am anxious to see you back hiking and enjoying what is the best hobby in the world. Photography is also one of my hobbies and you need to talk more about the equipment that you use.

@a.w.thompson4001

2 ай бұрын

Great topic. Congratulations on continuing what you love, despite life's obstacles.

Not sure if anyone suggested it but you’d be a perfect candidate for a ZIO monitor. You wear it over your heart for 2 weeks. Anytime you notice the fluttering you push the button on the monitor and record it in a diary what you were doing at the time. Works well to detect paroxysmal A-fib.

I had an episode while driving on the interstate and pass out. The attitude the doctors had when I went to the hospital, they were laughing like I made it up. Yeah. I get what your saying.

@a.w.thompson4001

2 ай бұрын

That's maddening. I hope you've had better doctors since then!

Upvote for the Holter monitor. My wife (not an outdoors person) has Afib and had a stroke 3 years ago. If you do have Afib it's likely you would be prescribed a blood thinner to prevent a stroke. I am astounded that you can't get an appointment with a cardiologist! That's insane! It might be worthwhile to pay for it out of pocket for your peace of mind. Maybe file a complaint with the insurance provider? It's ridiculous that you can't get to see a doctor who will take you seriously.

@rjenkins133

2 ай бұрын

Getting blood thinners is not necessary if your CHADS2 score is low. Its a measure of blood clot risk for people with Afib. I have Afib and I don't take blood thinners

@robinbrown7953

2 ай бұрын

@@rjenkins133true…and especially if its just proxismal afib

@MedusasFeelinSalty

2 ай бұрын

I have a fib and ended up with a pulmonary embolism that killed the bottom lobe of my left lung. I walked around with it for 6 days because it felt like I'd pulled muscles in my ribs. I was loading the dishwasher and talking with my daughter, when I came back up, I couldn't catch my breath and was gray. She took me to the ER and they did their usual eye rolling until they saw my O2 sats were in the low 70's. They did blood work and my D Dimer was over 2500, then things started moving. A CT showed what was going on, and next thing I know I'm being swarmed with people, IV's in both arms, O2 on high, and clotbusters were being given. All because every time I complained about symptoms from the A fib were being chumped off. Don't let them blow you off.

@lanedouglas2165

2 ай бұрын

Dixie, just want to reinforce what many have said. There are many great cardiologists, you may need a road trip to Birmingham or Nashville even if no one local. My youngest son, at age 17 had afib, wore a monitor for a week, captured all the information required, had a minor procedure, an ablation, and no more issues. That was 12 years ago, at Vanderbilt.

@n1vg

2 ай бұрын

I had a heart arrhythmia for many years, starting at about age 14 or 15, and I swear the most reliable way to make it go away was to hook me up to an EKG. A Holter monitor was the only way we were ever able to catch it.

It took me 4 cardiologist to figure out my heart issues. Damn doctors. Glad you are backpacking again.

Hi Dixie! Heads up if you go to Scotland and plan to use Sawyer filter. Take Smart water bottles from States as UK uses different standard bottles and it is not compatible with Sawyer. I had to learn it the hard way when hiking the Isle of Skeye in Scotland. Best of luck and thanks for your inspiration and the channel!

Dixie, you should check and see if your potassium levels are low. That can have an effect on your heart. I have seen it in other people in my family.

Sounds just like healthcare in the US.

@janefreeman995

2 ай бұрын

It takes so much effort dedication to be your own advocate. ... otherwise dismissal is common.

My sister went though a very similar thing. The arrhythmia was being triggered by thyroid issues. She had a small tumor on her thyroid. They removed her thyroid, and placed her on medication. She has had no issues since. If you start to experience flu/cold symptoms that cold/flu remedies do nothing for. Then go to the hospital. My dad, and my aunt both nearly died from thyroid shut down. Both had fib issues for months before the thyroid finally shut down. It can be tested for with simple blood test.

I would get an appointment with a cardiologist in Birmingham since you're having so much trouble with local doctors. My relatives drive there for heart appointments. You really need someone to be thorough with something as critical as heart health.

We’re still praying for you Dixie!

As a Scottish walker who took up backpacking partly thanks to your videos I'm excited to see what you think of the West Highland Way! If you're coming in June though make sure and prepare for the midges 😵‍💫

@alpinium6175

2 ай бұрын

Absolutley, midges are a pain in the … Best time for hiking in Scotland is May. Weather is more stable and little to no midges.

@Ktdiditcom

2 ай бұрын

what are the midges?

@alpinium6175

2 ай бұрын

@@Ktdiditcom very small flies that bite. And they attack you in very large numbers.

@Ktdiditcom

2 ай бұрын

@@alpinium6175 thank you. They sound horrible.

@northernswedenstories1028

Ай бұрын

​@@Ktdiditcomyes. They come in giant clouds. Horrible things. Will come through regular mosquito netting so you definitely need no-see-um type mesh. Their bites don't hurt much compared to mosquitos and horse flies but the sheer number of them means they end up inside your ears, your nose, your mouth, under your sleeves etc.

As someone who also struggles with heart-related issues I feel so much for you through this experience. Getting back out onto the trails when you’ve lost all trust in your ticker is incredibly hard, so well done you for doing it. I wish you all the best with your healthcare going forward, and hopefully you’re able to get some meaningful answers soon! Much love from NZ xoxo

Great you are coming over for the West Highland Way! You may want to tack on the Great Glen Way once you get into Fort William, a beautiful route up to Inverness with high/low options on some of the days. Just follows straight on from the WHH another few days. Woohoo, Dixie is coming to the Highlands!

I'm glad you're feeling good enough to start hiking again, but I'm surprised no one has recommended a two week Holter Monitor test. It might be more accurate than the Apple watch and other apps for tracking arrythmias . I've done a couple of them, and it really helped me and my cardiologist understand my particular heart condition. Sorry if I'm armchair quarterbacking too much :)

I'm very surprised that you weren't put on a Holter monitor. I was having flutters (mine ended up being anxiety) but was immediately placed on a Holter monitor for a week...my family doctor was able to order it and i didn't need to see a specialist. Best of luck Dixie...I know how frustrating the healthcare industry can be...hope all goes well for your planned hikes this year! Soooo very jealous of your Scotland hike...hoping to take my son in a couple of years as his high school graduation present...can't wait to hear about your experience!

@myphone9831

2 ай бұрын

Agreed! It’s wild they didn’t have her wear that. I hate how the health system dismisses women. Demand a monitor!

$60k for a helicopter rescue, wow! Me and my brother used our Garmins on Mt Whitney last year to have someone flown out, a hiker that needed rescue. In California, at least for r CA residents, charges are not usually forwarded to the person rescued unless negligence was involved. I guess there are other caveats as well. This is only what I've read though, I'm no expert. i don't know if the person we rescued was charged. Good thing you had the insurance and glad you are getting back on the trail! And thanks for the videos regarding this.

Hi Dixie, it’s great to hear that you’re getting out hiking again. I’m over the moon that you’re coming over to the UK 🇬🇧 to do the West Highland Way. I’m so looking forward to watching that and seeing how you get on and how you enjoy Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 😃

@sharrison3974

2 ай бұрын

Also watching from the UK - looking forward to seeing you out backpacking again - great idea to backpack in Florida at low elevations.

I tried to get a colonoscopy last year and was treated like crap by the office staff at two different doctors. Needless to say, I still haven't had one. The last one was 7 years ago. The complete medical system seems to have given up on customer service, thanks to insurance companies and big box store thinking and of the big hospital consolidation companies. I'm glad you got the Garmin issue resolved, and you are feeling better even after going through all the doctor issues. Look forward to your new videos.

@GettinFiggyWitIt

2 ай бұрын

I hopr you get your issues straightened out and get to have your colonostomy soon. /I'm having the same type of issue with gastroenterologists, only in my case it's a lesion, or cyst, on my liver that has been growing for years with no diagnosis. A highly rated doctor literally told me he'd be right back in the middle of our appointment and then never came back, just sent his nurse in. I couldn't believe it. The differential diagnosis on my MRI and CT included possible metastatic cancer, and this guy never even told me anything or let me ask questions OR schedule me for a liver biopsy. Told me to get another MRI even though I told him I have crippling panic disorder that makes MRI impossible without medicine. I cancelled the colonoscopy he had recommended and couldn't get through the MRI. I've been trying to get a referral to go through to another liver specialist for over a year because they won't see me without the jerk doctor's records, and they weren't responding to record requests. It is absolutely ridiculous the hoops that must be jumped through when every day can make a difference. I'm naturally untrusting towards doctors now, though. In my early 20s I was dismissed as a drug seeker when I was having awful sciatic pain until the night I had to be transferred from one ER to another larger local hospital for an emergency spinal fusion surgery to avoid paralysis within hours. Crazy.

@valeriefromoregon

2 ай бұрын

Don’t get a colonoscopy.. they don’t tell you about all the perforations and people have died getting them .. plus new study says they do not prevent colon cancer.

@a.w.thompson4001

2 ай бұрын

​@@GettinFiggyWitIt Have you tried contacting a news station or the AG? Jerk doctor's office preventing you getting treatment for possible cancer warrants escalating the matter.

I'm sure I'm not alone when I say we've been praying for you.

Hi Dixie! I've had PVCs and PACs since I was 7 and am now 52. I know someone else mentioned it but when you finally do see a cardiologist ask for a holter monitor. My GP was actually able to order the test without seeing a cardio doctor. Good luck!

The west highland way IS BEAUTIFUL !!!! The weather may be unruly so think " wet " when packing especially when trying out a new pack !! But I hope it's going to be sunny and beautiful for you there ❤ !!!!

The VA has been testing me for awhile. Last week they figured out that I have a slightly malfunctioning valve. Keep trying. Never give up. Keep a journal of what you eat and how you feel for several days after. My wife(a southern blonde that loved to run) had to get a pace maker when she was 58. It helped her alot until she died of a tick bite at 65. Every day is a gift. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick

@a.w.thompson4001

2 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry for the loss of your wife, and for her losing the remainder of her life.

My wife had similar issues and finally got a ZIO Monitor. Ended up with a pacemaker ASAP. Now can Backpack and kayak again. Don't let them blow you off! Make them do their job. It is important. It is easy for them to make erroneous assumptions based on your history! Cheers! Ken and Patrice

As someone that has a congenial heart detect (and other issues including arrhythmia), a few things. Making a chekc-up cardiologist appointment, much less any testing, has gotten so tough. My doctor has a check-up appointment backlog of over a year, meaning for my annual check-up, I go every 18 months. I don't know why there is such demand on cardiologists these days, when I was younger it was easy to get an appointment or reschedual if something came up. Saying all of that, your cardiologist should have put one of those mobile units on you and track your heart rate/etc over the course of a week so they can pick up any arryhtmias. I've done a few of the single or two day tests where I wear a unit and send it back with notes. That is what you needed. Also, you are doing terrific. I love hiking and the outdoors, I am a biologist, but climbing elevation is one of the few things that I am handicaped on doing. Hiking uphill and with higher elevations, really slows me down and drains my energy.

Thanks for the update... glad things are going well.

Prayers for you! 🙏🙏🙏

Happy for you to be able to get back to what you love. Look forward to the new videos.

Ugh. I know that must be SO frustrating to have a doctor be so dismissive and not be able to find a suitable replacement. I hope you get some answers SOON! I am delighted to know you feel up to getting out on the trail again! Happy Spring!

Glad your back out there!

Best wishes to you! Have fun hiking!

What you need is to have your primary physician or cardiologist to refer you yo an electrophysiologist…usually to check for arrhythmia issues, they do EP study to see if they can trigger the arrhythmia, and if they can, then they can do an ablation to get rid of it…or at least get a diagnosis or clear you of anything…keep being persistent with your request for referral.. until you get the answers you need

FYI when in Scotland if you have any problems on the WHWay rescue will not charge you a d BUS is free, even for visitors. Insurance would be needed only for repatriation. Have a great year! 🇬🇧 😃😎

Congratulations! Can't wait to see your trips.

Love hearing from you! Take care of yourself.

Really happy you're able to get out again. And also happy that Aaron is going with. You two are a helluva team!

Look forward to seeing your 'West Highland Way' video. A walk I've done. Great that you're visiting Scotland. Andy. Barrhead, Scotland. 😆

Good to see you, Dixie. Best wishes. Have fun out there.

Hang in their Dixie! Happy hiking!!!

Continue your research on your heart... Two weeks ago, my Mom spent 4 days in the hospital and it was determined that she had two blood clots (lung and leg) and that she had A-FIB. A--FIB can cause blood clots, so keep that in mind. She is now on Eliquis to thin her blood and prevent future blood clots.

Wouldn't a health system not owned by insurance companies be nice? Perhaps more efficient and responsive?

Hugs Dixie, we are with you 100%

Sadly, I’ve had the same experience with my cardiologist. On the Garmin front I have supplemental insurance to back up what they don’t cover. It’s ridiculous how long it takes for the insurance companies to pay out, they sure take your money very quickly. Good luck on your travels.

My daughter has the same condition. Hers is triggered mostly when she simply bends over. She has the Apple Watch thing and wore the ecg device for a week and of course no episode while wearing that. I am a retired firefighter/paramedic and told her the key is catching it on a 12 lead ecg and if she happens to be close to a fire station (full time fire dept. of course) pull in ask them to do a 12 lead while the symptoms are happening. If I remember correctly you live in south Alabama, if so any of the bigger towns like Troy, Dothan, Auburn are manned 24/7 and can do a 12 lead if we requested. Good luck.

@dfreak01

Ай бұрын

POTS???

I’m not a doctor, but I played one on TV (really 😊) I know from following you and having multiple high altitude backpacking trips myself that you have strong heart and a pure soul. I’m looking forward to your upcoming trips.

So excited to see you and your family have some great experiences on the trail ❤

Thanks for your videos. Good luck with your ❤. Happy Easter

Good for you on standing up for yourself and holding them accountable. No one will care for your health as deeply as you yourself will! Do everything you can from your side with diet, exercise. etc., and keep trusting. Even when they do give help, keep checking second opinions!

I used to think the USA had the best healthcare in the whole world. Not anymore.

@asmith7876

2 ай бұрын

No, we do however have the RICHEST healthcare executives in the world. Coincidence, I'm sure.

@markstevenson6635

Ай бұрын

It's not the best, just the most expensive.

Welcome back to the trails, Dixie! 😊

Good luck! I wish you all the best and appreciate you sharing your adventures with us.

Due to your video, I checked my Garmin coverage, it was 50k and I increased it to 100k. Im going to Europe also and am so glad for your info.

@mhendriks609

2 ай бұрын

Good thing about europe is that the rescue helicopter rides are generally free of charge.

@PerfDayToday

2 ай бұрын

Ditto. I’m at $50k w Garmin right now, will look to move to $100k. I also need to look at Global Rescue in more detail. Dixie, glad you are on the mend.. thxs for the update.

Great to see you getting back into it. Re the West Highland Way. No doubt you are aware that it is one of the more popular ones and you need to make reservations well ahead of time. I don't think you can wild camp. (?). may be wrong on that.There is a new one down the coast called the Forth to Farne connecting to St Cuthberts which then connects to the Borders Abby Way. Hope you have time to see/ walk Glen Affric. One of the most beautiful Lochs in Scotland. Look forward to your video. One year we walked most of the Southern Upland Way. Definitely not crowded-- hard to even find sheep!. All the best.

@Henning_Rech

2 ай бұрын

Wild camping is allowed on the WHW, apart from some protected areas.

@mcd84

24 күн бұрын

Only the Eastern shore of Loch Lomond is a no wild camping area - even there camping is possible, you just have to book a pitch ahead for a small fee 😊

Really looking forward to your Scotland trip!!

Dixie nice that you are still doing trips

Something that helped a lot when I had similar symptoms. Keep a diary that includes meals,rest,stress,etc. Note when you notice any arithmia or any other symptoms. You can then review your notes to see if there's a pattern. For me,certain foods caused arithmia! ✌🏼

@stevenjohn350

2 ай бұрын

yes, certain added ingredients in some foods, can affect the heart.

Because your an influencer Garmin gave you special treatment because they got flak from other customers. The sad thing is we as everyday people won’t get that response.

@toddb930

2 ай бұрын

Are you stating that from personal experience?

@Henning_Rech

2 ай бұрын

@@toddb930 It is enough to read the insurance conditions. Rescue due to illness is explicitly excluded from coverage. They only cover rescues due to accidents.

Wow what a roller coaster! I look forward to seeing more of your adventures.

I was diagnosed with PVCs (premature ventricular contractions) 35 years ago. I was told they aren't dangerous. Six years ago, I was attempting an AT thru-hike. I did fine in Georgia, but the climb up Sharp Top just north of Bly Gap had me experiencing a tightness in my chest. Back down the mountain, got a ride home and eventually saw a cardiologist and he said "you have PVCs". Yeah Doc, tell me something I didn't already know. He recommended a Magnesium supplement, then he said, "I hear you've been hiking in the mountains, go do more of that."

Most heart arrhythmia issues are actually related to stomach and intestine health. I would try black walnut, wormwood n clove extracts for 30 days if the arrhythmia is related to intestine or stomach health it will resolve. Everyone thinks heart arrhythmia is related to heart but most of the time it is a symptom of gut issues specifically bacteria n viruses that you may have encountered from drinking water outside. One Love.

@DanielFCutter

2 ай бұрын

I hope nobody takes your advise. That is just as crazy and dangerous a post I’ve seen in a long time. I’m a full time RN and worked in the medical field for 34 years. Your DX and “remedy” is just plain hogwash.

@petet.reedish6129

Ай бұрын

@@DanielFCutter no offense but you are incorrect. Rn is a glorified babysitter coming from a family of doctors. One Love. Sorry you are a communist who has strayed from God. God Loves you.

@petet.reedish6129

Ай бұрын

@@DanielFCutterone love

@shahrzaddabiri3281

Ай бұрын

I love clove from herb-pharm. it healed me.

is your heart issue related to Covid?? I remember you had lots of long covid issues

@crystalbrown8703

Ай бұрын

I was looking for this comment. Seems like she’s been having health issues ever since she got Covid

Glad to hear you are hiking again Dixie. Happy trails

Love to hear, you're out again ❤🙂

Good old american health care.. Now you're young and in some kind of good health with insurance and money and technically savy and you can't get good medical treatment. Think about someone who is 80, poor, no technical experience and no transportation. We need to change medicine in america. We're the only country that can bankrupt you because of your medical state. I'm sorry for your troubles.

It's pretty disconcerting that Garmin is so worried about you and your videos... I wonder what would happen to someone with no audience...

@Henning_Rech

2 ай бұрын

They wouldn't have paid, as simple as this. Rescue due to illness (other than accidents) is explicitly not covered by this insurance.

@justinpidcock8997

2 ай бұрын

As another said, the likelihood of someone with a similar claim, but without Dixie's audience, having their accident paid would drop tremendously. I do not have this coverage from Garmin (and I'm not sure I ever will), but others who do have it claim that the policy is only for accidents, like an animal attack, tripping and breaking your leg, a lightning strike, a tree falling on you ... but not due to illnesses. If that is true, and I see no reason to doubt these claims, then you can bet six figures that the size of Dixie's channel, and the people emailing Garmin about whether it would be paid, was a huge factor in their decision to pay. None of that should be taken as ill will towards her -- I'm happy at the result and I hope others with similar claims will also get the coverage. What's more likely unfortunately, is that Garmin will either raise rates in anticipation of more claims like this being paid, and/or their policy will be *extremely revised* to specifically prevent cases like this from being paid again.

@Henning_Rech

2 ай бұрын

@@justinpidcock8997 You should also know that Garmin is only a middleman who sells the insurance which is a product of Starr. So Starr decides upon the coverage, not Garmin. The policy can be easily found online ("Garmin certificate of insurance"), the exclusion is found on the last page starting "Under section 7".

Good to hear about your claim! Looking forward to seeing your planned trips.

Nice to see ya back Dixie!

Glad you are back. I pray you did not take the "Jab."

@rayestep6811

2 ай бұрын

My Nephew was in college and was mandated to get all of the jabs. Two weeks later he developed heart issues and weakness. He was studying to be a physical fitness therapist. Now he had to change his major because of his heart issues. you are so right.

@bb1330

2 ай бұрын

A few months back she said she did not take the jab 🙂

@ghwk-phd2784

2 ай бұрын

Ya sounds to me like jab issues, I know she said several times she never got it so good for her - That said I know of many people that lied or refused to admit to anyone they got V'd for whatever reason you can imagine - They eventually came clean about it after several heart issues

Happy hiking! And may you get a specific diagnosis soon!

Love ya, Dixie! Thanks for sharing. Many of us have been concerned about you. ❤

Great to see you back! Take care

So glad that you're feeling better and getting back out hiking

Since this happens to me... you may wish to pay attention to solar weather. My heart space gets incoming energy that I can feel. It pulses on its own distinct rhythm that is slower and not tied to my heartbeat. Lasts for a few hours. Taking electrolytes, staying hydrated, and grounding barefoot helps me. Typically within 12 to 48 hours afterwards there are solar flares, and sometimes spikes in the Schumann Resonance. Not saying this is happening to you, but I figured you might want additional things to consider if you are really at your wits end.

Great to see you’re back 🙂🙏

Life flight and air rescue insurance networks are around $60 - $80 per year paid directly to the source. I like backpacking and camping in the more remote areas and feel like it’s worth it.

We love you no matter what. Keep on keeping on.

Good luck sweet girl, and we continue to pray that you will always stay healthy! ❤

Hey Dixie, good to here your gonna get back out on the trails again.

Good to have you back

I'm just so glad you are getting back on the trail Dixie. Thank goodness you are doing good!

Best wishes for your upcoming trips Jessica

Looking forward to seeing the Scottish hike! Thanks for the heads up!❤️🏃‍♀️🌿🧘🏼🙏

Dixie I'm so glad you have been feeling fine on your day hikes and I hope you really enjoy your time getting back out backpacking this year! Best of luck to you as you continue your cardiology journey ❤

I feel your pain, literally. I had my heart attack a year and a half ago. I couldn’t get answers from my doctors either. With all the advances in heart related medicine there is still a lot they don’t know.

Glad you are hiking again!

I am SO excited to follow along on your adventures!!!! Praying for your health, safety, and as smooth as possible plans for you this year! I had my first backpacking trip at 41 this year. Thank you for inspiring us! ❤

Hi Dixie, a relative of mine had suffered similar things with the doctors and it almost killed him. I don't give advice to anyone, but in this case I have to make an exception that you get on a train and look for a cardiologist who takes your problems seriously. I know it takes a lot of money and time, but it will be worth it later. The doctor should put you on a spinning bike and then see what the heart does at maximum body load. I wish you every success. Greetings from the other side of the Atlantic.