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My fathers last pacemaker readout. Possible vfib?


I have a printout of my fathers last pacemaker report before he passed away at home. The nurse who gave me the paperwork said it showed he was in vfib. Unfortunately the person there with him never called 911. They said he walked to his bed, collapsed, and was unresponsive. It was 40 minutes before 911 was called. This person said he was still verbal and walking around also during this incident. I find it hard to believe he could be walking and talking during what someone said is vfib?...

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Getting back to mild/moderate exercise

It's been almost 12 weeks for me - and it's time to get my carcass moving again.... I know I could/should have done it before now - but mentally I was apprehensive. 

I'm not fit - but was already on a weight loss journey to lose  ~130lbs.
I lost 50lbs before becoming battery powered, so I want to pick up where I left off - which is another 50lb goal. 

I usually just walk on a track/treadmill, and use a stationary bike for cardio - is...

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5 days post procedure

I posted yesterday and recieved very good insight, more  importantly the answers were comforting and put some of my concerns aside.

Today I've the following concerns:

Is it comon to feel lethargic, tied and suffer from intermittent chills?  I've lost appetite and a few pounds and actually fell a down in the dumps. I think today is better than yesterday and I'll hopefully know more later today to compare how tired I was yesterday afternoon vs. t...

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Dual chamber Leadless pacemakers are doing great in initial trials!

I would ask you guys to read this article. I don't know if it was posted previously by anyone here previously but I am a little excited about this !! here is the link. It was published just 17 days ago ! https://newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2023/05/20/cleveland-clinic-led-trial-shows-dual-chamber-leadless-pacemaker-system-to-be-safe-and-effective-for-patients-with-heart-rhythm-issues/

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Post pacemaker symptoms

Last Friday, 6/2, had PM  implanted. Sunday last felt good. Went to gym did a modest 2 mile walk on treadmill. Since then felt tired, chills, lack of appetite. Also felt lightheaded, not so much today.  Woke up with headache today. They did a remote check and I've PVCs, 4% burden.

1st line treatment will be beta blockers. 

Any one with similar post implant symptoms and how did you overcome them...beta blockers any help?

Thanks

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Major dental extraction

Thought I should share this.  3 weeks ago underwent my first adult dentition extraction - upper 8 molar (i.e 3rd molar tooth) with 4 large roots. My dentist warned me that there was a significant risk that this extraction might create a connection between my mouth and the maxillary antrum on that side.  As I'm a proven nasal carrier of Staph Aureus (happily methicillin sensitive, so MSSA and *not* MRSA) I said that I would need prophylactic antibiotic cover.  Turns out that...

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Pacemaker Infection

Has anybody here had one? How did you feel? How did they find out? What did they do about it? How are you now?

I haven't been feeling well the last 2+ weeks and if it was the flu I thought I should be better by now. So help me out with your experiences.

Thank you, FG

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Reasons of anxiety

After reading like hundreds of posts in this sweet little community, I came to the conclusion that post op anxiety is very common. Even I have suffered from it and still kind of suffering. I can confirm that the anxiety and depression comes from thinking of our future with the pacemaker. Basically the main concerns are like what will happen to our leads in long run , what might happen if the lead extraction surgery goes wrong, what might happen if some pacemaker induced cardiac problems occur...

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MRI

Last night I was searching here for information concerning MRI scans (with a pacemaker) as for so long one has been instructed to avoid magnets, not go through metal detectors etc etc, so I  was, naturally, concerned about a magnetic scan. I was told my unit was MRI  compatible and nothing to worry about. This forum was encouraging, as several members had come through scans unscathed, and I did feel a little reassured. I was, nevertheless, a very nervous patient as I sat in a w...

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Pace and ablate

I am a 79 year old active lady living in the UK who has had AF since 2006

I am due to have a pacemaker fitted tomorrow with av node ablation following to control my AF which has got out of control when i had to stop Flecainide.

I am apprehensive about tomorrow so hope there are some kind people on here who can alleviate my worries. After the procedure i would like to know how to manage the restrictions on my arm movement. I understand that I will not be able to raise my arm above...

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Newbie needs help

Hi guys, first post. Had AV node ablation and pacemaker fitted just about a year ago. Very bumpy first year, carted off to A & E couple of times during the night due to "strange" palpatations etc. Visits to my local pacing clinic are a total waste of time, their standard response is "it's just one of those things!"

I am due for my 6 month visit next week and am relying on you guys giving me some advice because if anyone makes the above comment again they...

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Why when I post a JPG it posts upside down?  Can someone explain how to fix this?

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biotronik enitra 8dr and road cycling- Help!

hello everyone

I introduce myself from Spain.....sorry if my English is not very good

I had a biotronik enitra 8dr pacemaker implanted 20 days ago and I'm a little worried about what I'm reading about how the CLS works I am very fond of road cycling and in order to have adequate performance, I need to work up to a maximum of 170ppm and be able to climb between 155-165ppm to feel good From what I have read biotronik with cls is not the best option for cyclists since it limi...

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Driving pre pacemaker

Hi

Waiting for a pacemaker precibed because of Bundle Branch Block.  Had 4 incidents of shortness of breath due to low heart rate (in 3 years, latest 6 months ago) only one caused a faint, 3 have been early AM when asleep in bed and the fainting one first thing after breakfast.  

Had 24hr tape monitor which was a waste of time as nothing happened! 

Medics making noises about driving but nothing in writing and am currently not driving voluntarily...

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Long Distance Travel with my Pacemaker

Everyone has some worry and stress over traveling long distance with our pacemakers.  I have taken three long distance trips over the past 18-months with no issues.  I just recently to a 23 day holiday in Japan on an 11 hour flight from San Francisco to Tokyo with no issues.

I did monitor my oxygen rate as the aircraft are pressurized to 7,500 feet.  My O2 level did drop from 98% to 91% while at altitude but it was not an issues and returned to normal after landing.

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Flacainide with pacemaker

I have been on Flacainide 50 mg 2x daily for 2 years. Pacemaker for 2 years! I am trying to stop Flacainide and am trying pill in pocket! Seems like I feel awful about one day  after I stop Flacainide! Then Intake one and am ok in an hour or so. I am hoping I can reduce to one 50 mg in am. I have read that taking Flacainide with a pacemaker is risky! I am on eliquis and Toprol xl 100 am and 50 pm! I get weak and short of breath on and off  Imam wondering if anyone else has...

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post pacemaker change pain

I just had my pacemaker changed out after 10 great years of use. I have total heart block, so it is always pacing. The initial implantation was easy. Very little pain. This time I am in quite a bit of pain. During the surgery I could feel so much pressure, like my insides were being really pushed around. The wound is so sore that walking is difficult because my breasts pull down and I can't wear a bra. Everything feels bruised and I wonder if anyone else has encountered this. At time...

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Hearing test

Can I get a hearing test with a ICD/Defibulator Pacemaker? Asuming they still have you wear Head phones its been 50 years since my last test

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MRI with ICD

  • by zo6
  • 2023-06-04 20:00:40
  • ICDs
  • 78 views
  • 3 comments

Can I get an MRI with a defibulator pacemaker

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AV node Ablation

Hi fellow members,

I am interested to hear from anyone who has had the above and their experience, good or bad. Are you happy with the outcome. Has it made life easier, can you breathe and exercise more.?

I ask because my Cardiologist believes I may need one as my meds Bisoprolol and PM are not working well as my arrhythmias are still giving me problems.

I have Bradycardia and Tachycardia hence the PM and meds and it's hard to get the balance right.

I know that the...

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