Need opinions and experience adv

Hi All

I'm Kala, I've registered here for my mum actually... Dad has passed away 30 years ago and she is the sole breadwinner in the family, taking care of 4 of my siblings.. It's been a tough order for a 32 year old women, with no working experience at all to take care of us, but she did a remarkable work raising us.. We all are in good positions in life now, because of her.. So I would want to have the best for her now..

She is 61 now and had an EF (Ejection Fraction) of only 17%, upon getting examined by our top local cardiologist in Malaysia, they have hv advised that the cause of the low EF is due to her thyroid and her diabetes..

They have highly recommended a CRTD to be implanted. Mum and all of have agreed to have it this coming 22 April 2014.

Although the doc have informed us all the risk that involved, but I would really like to know from the pacer's experience themselves, what happened to the after the implantation if the CRTD.

I would really appreciate if there is anyone who could share their experience and adv me more on this...

Loving daughter,
Kala

1 Comments

Experiences vary

by Theknotguy - 2014-04-05 11:04:11

Experiences vary as to how you will feel after the PM is implanted. Many of us have ongoing heart related issues. Sometimes the PM resolves issues, sometimes the PM helps in some areas, and for some people, the PM doesn't help at all. However the majority of the 3 million plus PM people have a more positive than negative experience. A lot of us would be dead without our pacemakers.

How your Mother reacts to the PM depends upon how she approaches the situation. I'm guessing pretty well based upon your description of her not giving up on raising the kids.

I'd have her get on the forum. It has really helped me get answers to day-to-day bumps, thumps, and weird feelings. Not to mention some good insight into how doctors treat heart problems. Just having the forum as a resource has helped me and my mental attitude. So I'd strongly suggest you get her on the forum.

What else? Cardio therapy if you can. Physical therapy. Mental therapy - either psychological, therapy dogs, or meditation. Licensed massage therapy worked for me. Getting out and walking. Drinking water to keep hydration. And, since she's diabetic, keeping control of the diabetes will help too. Positive support from you and your siblings.

Overall, things should get better for your Mother. Can't promise that, but they should.

Theknotguy

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