New pacemaker patient

Thank you to the Pacemaker Club for offering support services to new (and existing) pacemaker patients. I just had my pacemaker (Eluna 8 DR-T) implanted on Wednesday (11/30/16). I have had numerous syncope (cardioinhibitory) episodes in addition to experiencing asystole for 20+ seconds during my tilt table test. Obviously, this direction was the way to go. Just getting used to the sensation (still sore and tired) and the subsequent limitations that go with the implantation of the pacemaker. I will be checking onto the website often and hope to become an active member of forums, etc.  Thank you again for being there!

1 Comments

Welcome aboard

by Good Dog - 2016-12-02 18:31:02

Glad that you found this site. It can be very helpful if you ever have questions, but most certainly it is just great for moral support!

The change in your life can be very difficult psychologically in the beginning. That is mostly, because of the fear of the unknown. However, you will soon learn that your life doesn't need to be any different after getting a PM than it was before. There is nothing to fear. I have had mine for 30 years and my life has been completely normal. I am fortunate in that I take no medication either. So I can say I've lived my life exactly as I would have if I didn't need and have a PM.

I wish you the very best!

Sincerely,

David

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