Pacemaker replacement

Hi

by Lavender - 2024-04-23 22:13:39

A lot of pain? I wouldn't think you should have a lot of pain six weeks later. Uncomfortable yes, a lot of pain...no. It can't hurt to call and let your dr know this. I'm thinking you have a home monitor that would alert the dr if anything was amiss with the pacemaker. 
 

Pain after replacement

by Good Dog - 2024-04-24 08:50:47

I had my replacement on 3/13/24 (my 4th) and like you, I do not feel any pain until I get moving around after waking in the morning. It is very minor pain/pinching and is completely normal. The pushing/pulling during the procedure causes some irritation internally.While our incision heals pretty rapidly, it takes much longer internally. Also, you have to figure that the size and location of the generator/wires/connection are not in exactly the same location. Close, but not exactly. So it takes a long time for your new generator to settle-in and for you to adjust to it. Much longer than 6 weeks. It never hurts to check with your doc if concerned, but I am pretty confident what you are feeling is normal.

Sincerely,

Dave

Adjusting To Replacement Device

by Angry Sparrow - 2024-04-25 03:19:48

Just to be safe call your implant team.

I am a she so my discomfort from my replacement might be a bit different issue.  Chest muscle and breast tissue pulls as I move through the day. In my case I have a lot of junk holding my shoulder together plus a CRT-D.

When I notice a slight pulling sensation in my shoulder, I apply heat, if my shoulder aches ice is the preferred thermal treatment.  Also no jiggle is important to healing.  When I take my Slingshot out, it rides a bit rough, I make sure my implant is well supported.

You have a computer implanted, I suspect your body would like that device to exit.  As the day moves along the muscle, tendons etc. get tired and sore, heat loosen stiff sore tissue. A bit of support, maybe Tylenol, CBD if you are daring.  For me I take a break, glass of water, heat pack and some music, totally relax for 20 minutes or so and I am good to go again.