My story

Hi All, my first implant was in 2006, at age 14! Can believe it's approximately 18 years I'm living with a pacemaker and not just existing!....it wasn't scary at all...prior to implant I was always exhausted, I was even taken out of school for a while. But after the implant the level of energy I got back, I was excited to start living again. However as a then minor, parents were concern about the afterlife, the pain if injured , and wanted to still take precautions. As time goes and I got older, I have proven I can live the life I've dreamt of...absolutely no limit, no diet...I'm success in my career path, always enjoy an adventure, love to travel. Having a pacemaker isn't a hindrance but an opportunity to fulfill my life's dreams!

 

With that, to persons who may have concerns or want guidance on living with such, I am here to talk! 

3 Comments

thank you

by heartily - 2024-11-14 01:04:51

Hi Christine,

 

Thank you for this post. I've been up since 3.45 this morning because my mind won't switch off. I had a PM a month ago after a very traumatic time when I very nearly didn't make it. I have been reassured by the medics that it was an isolated incident and they expect me to recover fully. In spite of this, every twinge, stab in the chest or flutter sends me into a blind panic.

I have my first PM assessment today and know I'll feel better once they have analysed my readings, and on one level, I know the stress is probably more mental than physical, and that my heart is now more stable than pre op, but I can't seem to stop worrying.

Before I knew I had a problem, I was a go getter, FULL of energy, positive and the life and soul. Now I feel like I've aged 20 years and get tired very quickly.

I need to hear as many positive stories as possible to raise my hopes and spirits!

Love your positivity!

by sucmurasto - 2024-11-14 08:45:08

Hi!

I got my PM when I was 3 so I don't even remember life without it. Most days I forget I have it. Some replacements went well others not so much, but I am still happy to say I haven't faced any serious challanges so far because of my PM. It's nice to read a positive story from someone who also got a pacemaker when they were very young, as I don't know in person anyone who has it.

Since you said you like to travel, I'd like to DM you with some questions about your experience with airports, if that's OK.

airports

by new to pace.... - 2024-11-14 11:45:33

Traveling with PM is not a problem in most  cases you do not need to let them know.  Just go though without a thought.  Although if you are going to be wanded then you have to let them know or patted down.

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