Mammogram

Yes it is AOK

by Scout - 2017-07-03 11:54:59

Hello and yes - I have a pacemaker since January of 2014, and I have had a mamogram every year since then it is perfectly okay just tell them it doesn't change anything.  Have a nice day.

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by Loonylil - 2017-07-03 12:15:54

Thank you scout! 

yep, safe

by Tracey_E - 2017-07-04 10:58:17

It's perfectly safe, just make sure they are aware of it. I've had 5 pacers now and have so much scar tissue that they usually send me for an ultrasound because they can't get a good read with the mammo so don't freak if they call you back. 

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by Loonylil - 2017-07-04 11:17:47

Thank you for reply Tracey, that's really reassuring 

i feel better about it all now 

best wishes to you ❤️

Yep

by Grateful Heart - 2017-07-05 09:13:42

I've been sent for ultrasound because at times they can not see behind my CRT-D.  Just had one last week.  Usually easy but she clamped down on my collarbone.  Ouch

Some are more gentle than others.

Good luck.

Grateful Heart 

Check your leads!

by PQRSTantrum - 2017-07-13 04:24:24

My doc said that for me, it wouldn't be a problem but it may depend on the location (subpec vs buried in the breast tissue vs. under the skin). She said to make sure that they know I have it though, so they don't accidentally apply too much pressure to a lead. I'd ask your doc to be 100% sure, but I haven't seen it contraindicated in my research yet! 

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by Loonylil - 2017-07-13 16:09:04

thank you!

will be able to go to my appointment with your thoughts and comments... feel empowered!

best wishes to you ❤️