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Pacemaker dependent
Hi, new here, just found the group. I had a pacemaker installed almost 2 years ago. I was involved in a car accident that resulted in my Tricuspid value tearing. As a result a growth started to form in my Rt ventrical around the valve which started to cause serious PVC's which was found after a life scan. I was told I was lucky they found it and that usually these things dont end well. Anyways, I had some complications with my distolic rate when they took the growth out and replaced the v...
New Member - Sitting in Hospital Post Op
Hi Guys and Gals,
im a 38 year old male that was diagnosed with 3rd degree AV block and just had a pacemaker installed. I've been in denial for a few days but want to live a long life for my beautiful child. I'm literally sitting in the hospital bed typing this. I'm glad there is a support group out there and I hope to learn more about living a full and happy life. I just hope I can continue to do HIIT and weight lifting. &...
METRONIC PACEMAKER
IT'S BEEN QUITE AWHILE SINCE I HAD A PROBLEM. I HAD MY PACEMAKER INSERTED 12/2018. IT TOOK ABOUT A YEAR TO 5/2019 WHEN MY SURGEON. CORRECTED MY MEDICATION AND TWEEKED MY PACEMAKER TO A LOWER PULSE. I THINK I'M SET AT 80.
I WENT TO CA. FOR A YEAR AND GOT A CARDIOLOGIST OUT THERE AND IN DEC. OF 2019 I HAD AN EKG AND ECHOGROM ALL OKAY. I RETURNED BACK TO NH IN JUNE. WHEN I GOT ON THE SCALE I'M UP ABOUT 12LBS,SWELLING OF STOMACH HAS BEEN MY CONCERN (GROTESQUE)&...
Post PM op
Hi
Im so happy I have found this group, this is truly amazing 😉
I've had a CRT-P fitted 12 days ago and have notice these last 3 days that my heart rate is pacing up 120bpm on basic walking around without strenuous activity. My device has been set to 70bpm so when I'm walking it does feel uncomfortable as I can feel my heart pounding away.
is this normal?
Fourth Day Pacemaker
- by Father's Daughter
- 2020-08-29 21:55:55
- Coping
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- 4 comments
I am not sure if what I am feeling is real or not. I seem to have a lot of tightness in my neck muscles mostly on the side of the pacemaker. A hollow sensation in the middle of my chest, headaches, and I have no energy.
I have expressed these concerns to my physicians's nurse, not sure if the information is getting to the doctor. the nurse doesn't seem concerned. Should I be?
PM and AV node ablation - will I still need anti-arrythmics?
- by cardifflass
- 2020-08-29 09:58:24
- Coping
- 355 views
- 3 comments
Hi All,
Please excuse the waffling.
I had my PM on the 10th of August and after a call with the EP yesterday I realised I'm to have an AV node ablation at some point. My next (phone) appointment with cardiology is on 14th September, which will be a year and a day since my first AF diagnosis.
The Gizmo and I are getting settled, but I don't feel that wonderful and I think I'm still a bit overwhelmed by the journey so far. It has...
Tape and pacemaker covered
Was at my GP thurs and he started to remove the purple tape that covered my surgery , I asked him to stop because when he pulled it hurt a tad. It's been 18 days since my new pacemaker was put in and the tape is coming off by its self. Wow when I saw the incision it was small and looked better then I thought. How long did most of you wait for your tape or what ever was covering your incision before you took it off? Thank you for any info.
Feeling Violated
- by PaulinSussex
- 2020-08-19 10:00:09
- Coping
- 579 views
- 11 comments
On 29 July I went into hospital (in UK) for an ablation to treat palpitations, pre-syncopal events and angina - a one-day in hospital and take it easy for a couple more days before heading back to work kind of deal.
The 29th was a Wednesday, I did indeed leave hospital the same day, the following day was OK. On the Friday morning I went bat-shit crazy and was hospitalised locally. I was discharged a few hours later when they had decided I hadn't had a heart attack and went home.
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Digital bathroom scale safe?
Just bought a digital bathroom scale from Amazon, never realizing there would be a caution in the directions about using it if you have a pacemaker. I have a CRT-P, and this scale is just for weight, operating on two AAA batteries, not body fat or other sophisticated analysis. Anyone w similar experience have a recommendation? Thanks
Bradycardia
I’ve only had my pacemaker 5 days. I feel terrible, high anxiety, can’t get comfortable regardless of position and can’t hardly sleep. When should this get better?
Pacemaker
Hello,
I just received my pacemaker three weeks ago. I thought I'd be feeling GREAT but I can't say that's how I'm feeling.
I've had anxiety issues as well as palpitation issues - both which have been making my recovery harder than I had expected.
has anyone else had these problems?
Any advice is appreciated...
Thanks...
What is Normal
Hello,
I am a 59 year old woman who had a full electrical block and a subsequent pacemaker implant. All other aspects of my heart are fine. Pre-surgery symptoms were light headedness, tired, and shortness of breath. Post-surgery I am still experiencing occasional light headed spells and for the most part do feel a great deal better. The doctors are still tweaking my beta blockers. I am not in great physical shape and do not participate in cardio activities. I had a cardio wat...
Pain
I had a pacemaker in May. Others tell me they do not even know it is there. Mine is painful often. And I cannot do many of my pre activities. The pacemaker is working according to a test in July. Does anyone else experience this thank you Trebla
out in four
Like your post says, I didn't get all that info the first time 8 years ago. They had me checked every 15 minutes and i had a private nurse keep a eye on me. Everything was good on my checkup but the person from Bocton Sceientific was in the room whhen they put my pacemaker in and thats when they check them, it worked fine for me the first time and I hope it works as good this time. I have a check up next week and will post the outcome. Have a nice day.
pacemaker replaced today
It seems to bother me more today then when I had my first pacemaker put in 8 years ago. The Dr has done more the 5000 pacemakers in his time , and I know he's a good Dr. But they told me it should take about 45 minutes so I know it should be over fast. They told me if all goes well I should be able to leave in 3 to 4 hours. Well here's hoping all goes well and this will last as long as my last one.
Post implant
Hi all. Had to have a pacers installed on Friday after a cardio appointment on Monday. Not a lot of time to let reality set in. My biggest fear in life has always been hospitals. I was a awake and aware of my entire procedure. I was told that there would be an amnesia effect and I wouldn't remember it but the exact opposite happened.
Has this happened to anyone else?
To be honest it kind of messed with me a little and then the programming had massive issues as well. I did get...
Coping with new pacemaker
Hi. I had my PM installed on Thursday because I had my heart stop a few times in the last week. The stops recorded in the hospital lasted for 26 and 30 seconds but I know that at home I had some episodes that were even longer. I had an emergency PM installed and then sent home. All my episodes of heart stopping occured in my sleep or when about to sleep. I am now frightened to go to sleep. Does anyone have any advice on how to get over this fear? Has anyone else had heart stoppages this...
Going Back to Work
As of this coming Tuesday, I will be released to go back to work. In my mind, that is a good thing. However, I have some concerns. I work in a warehouse environment. My primary job is that of operating a forklift, loading and unloading freight, primarily in a flatbed trailer yard. This means I spend a part of my day tying down heavy freight with chains or straps as the situation warrants. I am having a hard time finding anything regarding guidelines for safety in my particular occupation. Thi...
Dealing with new pacemaker & the constraints of Covd
- by RebeccafromSunnybrookFarm
- 2020-07-30 08:40:05
- Coping
- 356 views
- 3 comments
I am a new member. Just got my pacemaker on 7-9th. I have been looking for somewhere to see what other people are experiencing or have experienced. I was glad to find this outlet. I was reassured to see that being depressed, especially being isolated as we are all, is pretty normal. I have always slept on my left side, so sleeping has been a problem trying to get comfortable on my back or right side. Hard to "behave" and not do the things I would normally do. I look at the dus...
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