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Pacemakers and electromagnetic fields and interference
- by Kenworth
- 2019-04-04 14:13:45
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Hi everyone! New to this club and to pacemaker equipment as of January 29th, 2019. Wondering if anyone out there is a Mechanic or a Welder that also has a pacemaker and how it has changed their work place day to day stuff. Things that could affect the pacemaker operation, what to avoid and what to do to protect so can do normal routine of job. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated as I enjoy my work and want to continue it.
Diagnostic scales and ICD
- by VasKing
- 2019-03-27 19:36:43
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I asked my cardiologist today about electronic diagnostic scales and ICD and insisted for a straight answer. Here is what I get: "Better not."
Diagnostic scales and ICD
- by VasKing
- 2019-03-25 14:07:14
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I'm thinking of getting a diagnostic scale to check my body water.
Is it safe with my ICD?
Earbuds and ICD
- by VasKing
- 2019-03-25 14:06:13
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I'm thinking of getting wifi earbuds to use in my walks.
Is it safe to use with my ICD?
Apple Watch or Fitbit
- by QuiltyBee
- 2019-03-17 12:27:06
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I had a PM installed 3/4/19 and have some questions about wearing an Apple Watch or Fitbit for self-monitoring and general travel. Obviously I do not have a clear understanding how this all works.
1. Will the devices interfere with my PM?
2. If not, which one offers the best information?
3. Do I carry my Merlin Transmitter with me when I stay in a motel?
4. How am I monitored during the day when I am outside, shopping, or riding in a car?
Thank you for...
Pacemaker
- by Buster's Dad
- 2019-02-27 21:44:53
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I recently had an Edora 8 DR-T pacemaker installed. I do small welding jobs and wondering if anyone has had any experience using a welder and if so what precautions should I take and what to expect.
Worth repeating - Macular Degeneration
- by donr
- 2019-02-26 09:43:46
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I posted amsg a nonth or so ago called "The hazards of Growing Old" It was all about an eye problem caslled Macular degeneration. I just rec'd a comment thatmay be of interest to anyone w/ the probl;em. Copy of the comment at end of this post. BTW: I visited a US veterans Administration Low Vision clinic about a month ago & learned a lot about availability of devices to help. there is an outfit in St petersburg, FL (not Russi...
magnets
- by Perplexed Pacer
- 2019-02-25 20:31:50
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Hello,
In addition to having a pacemaker, I use a CPAP machine for sleep apnea. I recently was upgraded to a newer CPAP. The straps for the nose mask have magnetic clips on either side. The magnets attach the straps and sit about 1/2 way between the bottom of my jawbone and my ears. The CPAP tech had literature saying that the magnets should not interfere with a pacemaker. The magnets are small, and I am inclined to believe they are not a...
My cardio messenger
- by Kristl308
- 2019-02-18 11:11:03
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Is my phone interfering (spelling not my strong suit) with my cardio messenger? Am I supposed to keep them a certain distance away from each other. Does that mean using my phone is blocking messenger from connecting with my doctor?
Also I had a weird 10 second thing my heart started beating really fast. I obviously noticed and tried to Pace my breathing, and it slowed but isn't the pacemaker soposed to keep that from happening?
Pacer and walker
- by Jar
- 2019-02-09 19:59:13
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Just wanted to find out if anyone else had this experience. For several weeks I’ve been pushing a walker due to arthritic knees. I can actually walk just fine; the walker helps me get around more confidently. A few days ago I was visiting my husband at a really large hospital. While I was walking with his entourage who were moving him to a new room, we stopped to wait for an elevator. It was then that I felt light-headed and “funn...
Industrial Elevators
- by benne81
- 2019-02-07 19:08:04
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Do Industrial type elevators the ones that can carry large stuff cause problems with pacing devices and if so should I worry if their is an Interferece. I had to use one twice today. After I came back up I felt like their may have been an Interference but it only lasted about a second or two.
teeth cleaning
- by grandma1
- 2019-01-30 13:13:50
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does a ultasonic scaler interfere with the pace maker Edora 8 DR-t
Went to the dentist they said some pacemakers are not compatable with the ultasonic scaler?
my pacemaker and a tens machine
- by Monika
- 2019-01-16 16:51:15
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has anyone ever had any issues using a ten machine with their pacemakers? Physio uses one on my lower back and now I have an ache on the left side of my chest, just wondering if its from the tens machine or just coincidence.
MRI and PPM
- by 69ChargerMD
- 2019-01-15 19:28:34
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I have a “ MRI compatible “ PPM. Pacer was installed 3 months ago. I need a MRI of my back. Any recommendations on what I need to do before, during and after the MRI ?
i was going to call the PPM representative and review things as well.
Will having subwoofers affect my defibrillator?
- by Kersone0118
- 2019-01-08 04:09:50
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I was wondering if having subwoofer system in my car affect my defibrillator? Or maybe the amplifier hooked to the stereo and subwoofers.
Hair loss laser treatment
- by Geege10
- 2019-01-07 19:26:15
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Hi,
Does anyone know if someone with a pacemaker can use laser hair loss treatment like Hairmax?
Thanks, Geege10!
Vacation
- by myrosie
- 2019-01-06 23:01:45
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Hi everyone. Its been along time since I have been on this site. Adjusting to my PM continues. Sometimes I forget I have one. We will be going to Disney World with the grandkids. Question being, will going on the rides interfer with my PM?
Thanks,
Rosie
IT related equipment
- by benne81
- 2019-01-06 17:21:59
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Do any of you know if IT equipment like servers .routers, switches will affect a pacemaker. Giong to eventually start a career in the IT field. Was wondering if any have experience in this field. Not sure if a data center that has lots of equipment and also maybe ac cooling will have an effect or not to worry. I use computers and smart phone devices no problems.
car radio
- by TIna
- 2019-01-01 10:20:34
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- 1268 views
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Thanks for the feedback. I feel better now. I have only had my pacemaker for a month so still new at this
car radio
- by TIna
- 2018-12-30 12:05:11
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Has anyone had any issues with car radios affecting their pacemakers. I just recently got mine and it seems when i drive with the radio on i feel a little quizzy. Didnt know if i was just over thinking this or if it could really be an issue. Thanks
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The pacer systems are really very reliable. The main problem is the incompetent programming of them. If yours is working well for you, get on with life and enjoy it. You probably are more at risk of problems with a valve job than the pacer.