Site pain

I’ve had my pacemaker 4 months now with no problems and little to no pain after the first few weeks.  I feel great and have been very active.  I’ve been side sleeping just fine, etc. 

Here’s my question.  Last night, while on my right side, I had a terrible pain and jolt at the implantation site (muscle).  It literally took my breath away for a few seconds.  After that, it was sensitive all night no matter what position I tried. It still seems sensitive to certain left arm movements. Any idea what happened??? I’d sure like to keep it from happening again!  I’m small build and sleep with an arm/ shoulder pillow since surgery for side sleeping. 

Thanks! These forums have helped me a lot!

 

2 Comments

Hi

by Bionic Beat - 2018-06-23 22:32:10

I have no idea why you would get pain after 4 months but it could be that you need to get rid of that arm pillow.  You might have had a muscle spasm or twitch.  We are all different, take time to heal and odd things do happen but they usually mean nothing.

 

I doubt you could have hurt yourself in any significant way.  Just try to ignore it for a few nights, if it still concerns you, ask a doctor.

 

Best Wishes,

 

Bionic Beat

Site pain

by Leaky - 2018-06-24 08:41:42

Thanks for comments regarding my site pain. Muscle spasm certainly makes sense.

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