still dizzy

Hi.  I had my pacemaker implanted last Wednesday, but I am still experiencing giddiness so I am taking stemetil.  Also recovering from the shock of the surgery and getting stronger every day, I am relieved not to be passing out and hoping to get my life back.

Good to read about other people’s experiences helps a lot as there was not much information given to me about what to expect. The medical staff were incredible but not much insight about the psychological shock we feel...do you agree?

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still dizzy

by Pookie - 2012-08-28 02:08:34

Hi:)

I'm glad you found our little club.

Just wondering the reason for your pacemaker.

Yes, it can be an emotional and physical shock when we first receive our pacemakers, but with time things usually get better.

I was dizzy and almost fainted all the time before I got my pacemaker back in November of 2004. I was diagnosed with Sick Sinus Syndrome (Bradycardia) and Neurocardiogenic Syncope. It took quite a while for me to feel good again...many many many months. Surgery can knock one for a loop.

I think the key is one's attitude (try and stay positive - emphasis on try) and keep a good & open communication with your doctor(s) and/or whomever takes care of your and your pacemaker.

For me it was my settings: I was so profoundly fatigued I couldn't do much and it became sooooooo frustrating and depressing. But once they figured out the correct settings for me, it changed everything!!!!!!!!

As far as the psychological shock - surround yourself with people who are willing to listen. Some of us have gone to seek professional help too. And, of course, this site is awesome because most of us have gone thru what the new members are going thru and we're more than willing to help whenever we can.

A note to the "newbies": don't think you are venting or complaining when you have questions - we will do our best to help, but keep in mind that you have to establish a good relationship with your doctor and if that doctor is not listening to you - try and find another doctor who will as life is too dam short to feel awful even if it's just for a day, week, or a month or two.

Never give up hope as there is always an answer to your questions or problems.

Take care,
Pookie



Welcome

by Moner - 2012-08-28 03:08:49

Hi Bottle,

One of the reasons I keep coming back is we have people like Pookie that help smooth out the rough edges.

We also have some great people across the pond that contribute to this club.

Moner
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