Pacemaker and grieving

Hi all. I read posts almost everyday I don't write much but I have a question ,My 12 yr old grandson was murdered last friday by another teen ager 15 yr old I have been crying for daysI was unable to be with my family during this tragedy as they live in another state and my health has not been doing so good but I have noticed that I have been having alot of pvc's during this time way more that i have ever noticed before is this a normal thing , I do know my pacemaker is close to being ready for a new one could this all just be a normal part of anxiety or stress ,or should i see my Dr.Thanks in advance

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God Bless You

by SMITTY - 2013-11-22 07:11:16


Hi Rose,

Friend, I'm so sorry about your grandson. I know that is an awful thing to have to endure under any circumstance but to lose one in such senseless manner must make it almost unbearable. Please accept my condolences.

As for the additional stress you are undergoing affecting the battery on your pacemaker, no, it will have no effect. But causing the additional PVCs could be another story, not on the pacemaker, but on your body. While my guess is they are not likely to be harmful, I think you should see your doctor if possible. This tragedy is going to be an ongoing daily affair for you for sometime to come, and I think it would be a god idea for you to be checked by the doctor. It is possible he can offer a prescription that will make your life a little easier during these trying times.

Take care my friend and God Bless,

Smitty

Because I believe

by rfassett - 2013-11-22 08:11:01

God is listening, I'm praying for you!!!

So Sorry!!!

by Casper - 2013-11-22 11:11:56

I'm so sorry for your tragic loss, my prayers are with you this evening.

Please talk with your doctor to make sure everythings is working ok with your pacemaker.

God Bless,

Casper

My Condolences

by Grateful Heart - 2013-11-23 06:11:25

Prayers for you and your family on the loss of your Grandson. Call your Doctor and let them know what is going on. He may want to see you.

There is a lot of good in the World but unfortunately, there will always be evil too.

I hope you and your family can find some comfort.

Grateful Heart

I Am So Very Sorry

by Many Blessings - 2013-11-23 08:11:15

I am so very, very sorry for you loss. Please know I, like all of the previous posts, am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I wish there was something I could say or do that would take your pain away.

Like the others said above, please let your doctor know what's going on, and what you're feeling. There may be something he/she can do for you, until you're feeling stronger.

Again, I'm so, so sorry.

God bless!

sadness

by judyblue - 2013-11-23 10:11:07

I am so sad to hear of this senseless tragedy. I too send you love and warm hugs. I know so many parents and grandparents who have lost children and they all handle it differently. I hope you find a healthy way to do so. I would imagine this stress is affecting your heart. My sister in law is an emergency room nurse and she told me that when we are stressed our nerves tend to find our weakest area in which to send energy. For me I totally feel pain in my heart/ pm area when stressed. But, the advice to see your doctor is still very good. This is the right way to take care of yourself.
blessings to you and your family

prayers for your family

by Tracey_E - 2013-11-23 10:11:20

So very very sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace for you and your family.

Stress/grief can make your heart go a little wonky. The first sign the pm is in EOL mode is it paces at a steady rate rather than go up and down as needed. Safe, but if you pace a lot it feels awful.

(Mytrose43)

by pacergirl - 2013-11-23 10:11:22

I have no words. I don't know what to say.... However, I send love and hugs to you and would like to add that I am so, so sorry for your loss. Things like this just don't make any sense.

When my Dad died, my heart was acting up with tons of PVCs. It didn't help that I had to drive 24 hours to reach home. There is really not much you can do except to try and stay calm and unemotional... Something of a challenge I know.

Please continue to reach out to your friends we are always for you.

Sisters at heart,
Susie D.

My condolences

by Jax - 2013-11-23 12:11:14

I am so sorry for the loss of yr grandson. Stress Puts a strain on everything.....

We also have a support group in my area ....for people who have lost children and close friends to violence.
Angry Sparrow-- I am glad that other areas of the country have them as well.

A trip to the dr would be a good idea at this time...at least you won't be worrying about yr device and maybe he could suggest something to help you with this trying time.

You are not alone,

by jeanlancour - 2013-11-23 12:11:34

There are no words to say to parents and grandparents who have lost a beloved child to violence, just know there are many of us who are praying for and with you. God Bless

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