pacer

well I was 29 when I got my pacer put in and now I am having some weird pain have any of you had that problem before

5 Comments

Details?

by PMtech8509 - 2011-04-29 04:04:18

Can you be more specific, as to what kind of pain and where its located. Also, how long has it been since implant?

pace

by mariposa007 - 2011-04-29 04:04:31

I have like a sharp pain around the pacer and its like a cramping pain. And when I touch my pacer all around it hurts and i feel it working alot more than before. it may not be anything but Ive had this for over a week. And when i went to Subway i felt it more. I dont know maybe its nothing so I checking with my Dr,. when my auth gets approved>

Nerve Pain

by PMtech8509 - 2011-04-29 05:04:32

Nerve Pain is common for a few months after pm implant. Patients often tell me that they fell a stinging pain, like needle pricks. Tenderness 1 week out it definitley normal. If you have any drainage, swelling, fever or redness call ASAP. You do not want to get an infection, you could lose the whole device. Im sure its nothing, hope you can see your doctor soon.

pacer

by mariposa007 - 2011-04-29 06:04:25

but I've had it for almost 7 years nerve pain can still happen

pain

by Pookie - 2011-05-02 04:05:27

Hi Mariposa,

Any pain is the only way your body can tell you that something is not right.

If you are still experiencing sharp pain around your pacer it could be anything (anything from heartburn to percarditis to a broken lead or a pulled muscle, etc) but the best solution is to go see your doctor or go to your nearest emergency room right away, always err on the side of caution........especially when it comes to your heart:)

Just curious, but what does your last sentence mean? "when my auth gets approved"

Take care,
Pookie

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