R U Beeping?

Hi! I have had a guidant ICD for nearly 8 years and 2 nights ago something awakened me beeping..I thought it was the smoke alarm and nearly woke my husband-but that's loud and shreaking and the beeps I heard were very soft and there were about 15 of them. I'm still not sure it was my icd..too sleepy...does anyone know- will it beep again if it was my icd??? I'd feel real stupid calling the Dr. if it wasn't . Thanks for your input and suggestions. You are a great bunch of people.

5 Comments

low battery

by Tracey_E - 2012-10-15 08:10:15

Some of them make a low battery sound. Given the age of yours, I'd ask to have it checked, or at least call and ask.

Get over ...

by donr - 2012-10-15 11:10:59

...feeling stupid. The Dr. is there to answer questions. You don't have to talk to him, one of his staff should be savvy enough on PM's to answer that question. I have been chastised very badly for not calling in when I had something unusual happen. I told his head nurse that I felt like I was becoming a PITA because I called her too frequently w/ what seemed to be innocuous questions. Thereafter followed a blistering like I've never had before.

If you become a PITA, they'll let you know.
Don

keep track

by JustKrs - 2012-10-16 08:10:26

i would add that you should notice and write down any pattern to the beats.
Example: is it three short beeps, etc.

that may give them the extra info they need to know exactly what its trying to communicate.

call

by Brenda Price - 2012-10-16 08:10:52

I have a feature on my pacer/icd that beeps when there is a significant event, Call it is worth it for the peace of mind

beeps

by Hope - 2012-10-16 10:10:48

Hi! Yes, your ICD can signal. One 8 years old could definitely be talking to you. Have you heard the same beeps as in cycles? An evaluation/answer by your medical care is appropriate, not stupid. Please ASK! Hopeful Heart

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