Hi Everyone,

It's been 1 year since I had my pacemaker put in. In the past day or two I have been noticing some lightheadedness and pain in my left shoulder and arm. Has anyone else had this? I'm wondering if maybe something happened to one of the leads or something. Thanks for reading:)
Sue

 

 

After a year I'd doubt it's a lead problem, but regardless, pain is a no-no in my book, call your doctor would be my suggestion. (I don't mean to minimize things, but you do know the "symptoms" of a heart attack?) Start a diary of how you feel every two hours or so-may prove handy or hopefully, may prove to be a complete waste of time.

 

but leads can fracture....can't they?

I've learned during the past 5 yrs of having a pacer and reading almost every post on here, that anything is possible.

When in doubt...check it out. Can you call on Monday and get your pacer interrogated?

Good luck,
Pookie

 

Yes I can and thank you so much for the suggestions:) I'm so thankful for this site!
Sue

 

get it checked out....better to be safe than sorry. Pain and lightheadedness is not a good combination. Good luck - let us know how you make out.. Magster