Pacemaker
Hi. My name is Jill and I’m 66 years old. I had a pacemaker implanted on December 23, 2019. It wasn’t a surprise, but it’s stll difficult. I have been in more pain and discomfort than I expected. The first few days I was on pain killers. I’m off them now. Luckily, I have an incredible support system with my husband, daughters, siblings, and sons-in-law. My grandchildren are FaceTiming me to see how I’m doing. Even with this support, I was excited to find this group, people who truly understand.
3 Comments
Welcome.
by Graham M - 2019-12-29 17:40:38
Hi Jill,
Welcome to pacemaker world. I had my PM implanted in August 2019 and it's still fresh in my mind. I took painkillers for 3 or 4 days and had to sleep sitting up for about 10 days, but the pain soon disappeared and I was able to get on with life.
It's early days for you but I'm sure you will be amazed at how good you feel in a few weeks time.
Best wishes,
Graham.
new pacemaker
by MC1223 - 2019-12-30 21:44:44
Hi, Jill. My name is MaryAnn and like you, I had my implant on 12/26/19. I just turned 67 on 12/23. Already I am feeling better! Can't wait to shower! I'm still sore from the incision for the implant. But it's not sore enough to take anything. I used ice packs in the hospital and they worked. I can't take NSAIDS so I have to take Tylenol for pain. I'm on various meds: coumadin, sotolol, digoxin as well as Lisinopril which I've been taking for a few years now. I now have to watch my vitamin k intake. That shouldn't be a problem. I wasn't prepared for this as others have stated but I had great care in the hospital and they answered all my questions. I'm feeling better than I have in quite a while and finding it easy to adjust to what's going on and what I have to do. I hope you feel better soon!
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I have a well tuned pacer. I hardly know I have it. I am 76 year old, hike and camp alone in the desert. I have more energy than I have had in a long time. The only problem is my wife wants to have a knob installed so she can turn the pacer down.
New pacemaker
by Lyoung530 - 2019-12-29 13:30:32
Hi Jill,
My pacemaker was put in on September 26, 2019 and I'm still sore over my incision. The best advice I can offer is to rest and take advantage of all of your help. It will get better. I was on pain meds in the hospital but I didn't want any when I went home so I did have pain but Motrin seemed to help. Give yourself some time and you'll be surprised how much better you feel.
Happy New Year!