Newbie

Received a pacemaker on Thursday last week, due to a sudden bout of bradycardia.
Still getting used to the idea of having the device inside of me.

Really appreciate all the postings of people who have been in a similar position.
Thank You for this site - Rob

3 Comments

Newbie 2

by Hape2Bme - 2014-08-12 10:08:21

Rob, I have had mine in for about a month now and I am still getting use to it. I thought 54 was young in PM terms! I realize it is not. This site has been a tremendous help to me. Good luck and God Bless.

Newbie

by Robin1966 - 2014-08-12 10:08:47

My initial shock was that I'm 48 years old and have no previous history of any form of heart issues.
As I tell people, physically I'm sure I'm better off now than last week, but psychologically, that's another story and will take a bit of time.
Rob

It takes time

by Grateful Heart - 2014-08-12 11:08:39


It is a shock at first, to know our hearts were not working properly....very scary.

Give it more time and you will find it gets better, it is still new for both of you.

Having a good attitude is important for recovery and you both sound like you have that. That is half the battle.

Learning all you can about your condition and device helps a great deal to ease your mind. Knowledge is power!

Grateful Heart

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You run like the bionic man.

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