Pacemaker Club: Healing time

Healing time

by Coachd
2008-10-14 10:10:01
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Can someone tell me how long does it take for the swelling to go down?

5 Comments

Swelling

by Pookie - 2008-10-14 10:10:13

Hi Coachd.

The swelling going down is different for each person and depending on where your pacemaker or ICD was placed. Mine went down in about 3 weeks. I was more concerned about not moving my arm too much the first several weeks! Try some ice wrapped in a towel, that might help. Keep an eye on it and check with your doctor in a few days.

Pookie

not long

by Tracey_E - 2008-10-14 10:10:29

How long are you post op? It should start to go down after the first few days. It can take 4-6 weeks to heal completely, some take longer. If it's hot or has red streaks, go back to the dr.

swelling

by Tracey_E - 2008-10-14 10:10:50

For the first few weeks, follow Pookie's advice for ice. If it's been more than 6 weeks, it could be fluid. In that case, try a heating pad on low a few times a day until it's gone.

Franks Rule

by ElectricFrank - 2008-10-15 01:10:14

I call it Franks Rule for any surgery. It takes about the same length of time to heal as when you cut your finger. While the finger cut is not as serious as the implant surgery, your body has a chemical response to an injury that takes about the same time for all injuries unless you pick up an infection.

For me this is about 3 weeks for complete healing. Anything longer than this and I have an infection or am irritating it.

frank

Swelling can last

by dual pacer - 2008-10-15 05:10:20

Hi I had my PM place on 9-5-08 I had increase swelling d/t fluid. Ice does help and anti inflam med works too. Also, some of us have a issue because of placement were a bra strap would be and that can cause irritation and swelling. Pain also. I still have some swelling 6 wks or so after. Everyone body reacts differently. Just check for any s/s of infection. take care and good luck. hope you feel better soon. patty