Should I worry?

• by Scotty
• 2014-09-26 12:09:24
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Hi, I am new to this club and a bit nervous. I grew up with atrial tachycardia and at age 49 was told by a cardiologist that they could fix it. I had a cardiac ablation done and after the surgery and feeling not well, was told to go home and see if it resolves. I ended up having to have a pacemaker because my good electrical was damaged during the procedure. A different doctor implanted the pacemaker on my right side, which was never explained why to me. I am right handed and own a dog grooming shop, so my work is very physical. I had my battery replaced once 3yrs ago as an emergency, and it has migrated over to my arm. My cardiologist referred me back to the last surgeon to see if it should be moved and he said if it bothers me that much he will move it, but because there is 6 yrs battery life left he wants me to really think about it. Another huge problem for me is that when I walk uphill or go on a hike which involves climbing, or do anything strenuous that increases my cardio, my heart does a terrible beating pattern which I can't even explain what it is, I can stop it by slowing down and taking deep breaths with my head down. I have mentioned it every time I go for a pacemaker check and they don't seem to see it. At my appointment the other day, I told him about it and he said that he would lower my RHR to 50. He also turned off the atrial pacing and said I don't need it on but it would kick in if needed. He also said that my ventrical is being paced 99% of the time which really scared me. I have asked so many questions over the years that no one has answered. Sorry for rambling on. I really appreciate every one of you, and this club has helped me more than words could possibly say.