Bothersome PM

Hi everyone,

Since the initial placement of the PM and months after I really had not been aware of it physically. Lately there are times when it is bothersome. It isn't only when I am in bed either. Can these things move around in it's pocket? Does anyone know why this might be happening. Just curious!
Jessame

3 Comments

could be several things

by Tracey_E - 2008-12-07 07:12:41

It's possible it's moved a bit but they're supposed to be stitched into the pocket so they stay in place.

It could just be scar tissue healing, sometimes it aches months later for no apparent reason. A heating pad on low may help.

It could be that you're doing something to irritate it. Recently mine started bothering me - it's been two years since my last replacement- and I finally figured out it was my new Wii! I went a little crazy playing the boxing game and irritated the muscle around it. I kept right on playing the game and it went away after a week or two.

movement

by joy1 - 2008-12-07 09:12:38

hey Jessame,
Yes, the darn things can move. Gravity always wins out in the end.
Mine had dropped about two inches. It was in for about 3 years. At some point the swelling in my neck went from intermittent to continuous. It was because the wires and been pulled taunt from the ICD dropping so much. The skin stretches sort of like glass. It doesn't do it in a visible manner but slowly sags. If the discomfort becomes too much make sure to get into see your doctor. Otherwise, ask them to check it when you have your next echo, ultrasound or other "peeping" appointment.

Remember, don't use ibuprofen if there is associated swelling without prior approval. Tylenol works pretty good for the pain part.

joy

i agree

by walkerd - 2008-12-08 07:12:29

I cant get used to mine, it sticks out and im constently rubbing it. Im not sure ill ever get used to it butttttt i know its there for a reason, i hope, so i live with it. I guess we put up with the little emt in us.
dave

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