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pookie...

Pookie, sitting in chat, waiting for any "usuals" to show up...


Don't forget, working out, so be in and out, so be patient.

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9/5/08 Pacemaker Recipient

I had been feeling a little tired for several weeks and out of breath when walking from car to store (prior to this could easily do 2 miles on treadmill). I did not pay a lot of attention to the symptoms, thinking was maybe allergies or who knows what. Finally went to family doc, did ekg, heart rate 35-40. He immediately faxed ekg to cardiologist and within 24 hours Pacemaker was installed. I keep saying THANK YOU THANK YOU AND FEEL SO BLESSED. Still a little tired, just got home yesterday...

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Feeling sad

Hi there:
I have had a miserable day. I feel soo sad & don't know why. It's 10 days post surgery. Been crying some . Has anyone else have this let down feeling. The Dr gave me a RX for something, but don't want to take any more than I already have so many I take now. For Heart etc. What does one do when one feels like this. Could you help me out. I just feel miserable.
Thanks for your support.
rayan

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To Electric Frank & Smitty.....

Hi Fellows: I have a question for you two experts! I've had my 2 lead PM since May '06. My ventricle paces 100% and the atrium 54% at last check. I'm due next month for a PM check. Recently when I check my BP, my HR is fast up to 108 on one occasion. This evening, for example, my HR was 101 one time, and when I rechecked it was 89. I have confirmed this with a Pulse Oximeter. I take atenolol (beta blocker) 50 mg daily and have permission to adjust the dosage if I feel the need so have be...

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###### IT"S A BIRTHDAY!! ######

A Birthday Wish, For Mimi, September 8, ( 1948 )

If the breeze holds a whisper of Birthday magic… …and your joy grows as freely as wildflowers in the sun… If your heart is forever smiling at how lucky you are… …then this wish for you has come true.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIMI !!!

~ Dominique ~

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Laughter :D

I agree with the Magster and others, that we could use much more laughter in our lives. It is good, it is healthy, it is fun! I personally try to laugh everyday. Most times I succeed! :D

Many of you know me and also know that there has been times in my life that I have not felt much like laughing. I try, but during those times I seek support from this site to help pull me through those tough times. I believe that is so very important, not just to me, but to everyone here. Most of us...

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THIS IS NOT A JOKE

No, this is not a joke but I am posting it here because of the way jokes go here. I am 14 and would like to say some of the adults here act more like kids than the kids here do. Everyone is offended by everything and frankly, it is annoying! If you want to know more, just read the post under this one in the Jokes forum. Quite shocking how a simple thing can get so out of hand... Oh yeah, would it hurt to simply ask what is meant by the post?! Please try to lighten up, I understand people come he...

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Hi,Pookie

Just wanted to say Hello
Lenny

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whidden'sreset

TraceyE you were right about some people needing a higher setting on their pm's. I'm finally feeling much better, alot more oxygen and energy since they changed my upper setting from 130 to 150, and shortened the response time. Thanks to all for the education!
janet

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"Shocking" Data on ICD Usage

Gee, I had totally come to terms with mine and now this...

http://tinyurl.com/6cr575

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To the person looking for a code (Afib)

Hi,

Awhile back someone was looking for the code used for Afib. I found it on the Wikipedia website under Afib. The ICD-9 (billing code) for Afib is 427.31 according to Wikipedia.

Hope that helps.

Janet

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##### HAPPY BIRTHDAY! #####

Hello to all.

I want to say a special thank you to the ones who have responded positively to the Birthday Wishes. Unfortunately, this is going to be the last Birthday Wish I will be posting.
The enthusiasm is gone, no one seems interested, a lot of veteran members have left, things have changed, people have changed.
The Birthday Wishes were started about 2 or 3 years ago, as a way to honor and thank the many members, for their help and contributions to this forum, without wh...

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Stitch like pain in heart area....(1st PM implanted 24th July)

Hello everyone! It's been a week or so since I was last here - what with sending kids back to school etc - all a bit hectic....!!

Anyway - after washing the bathroom floor (yes, hands and knees job!) this morning, I was aware of a stich like pain in my heart area. No terribly painful but bearable. When I took a breath I was aware of it, and just walking around was aware of it. I thought a little walk to the local shops would help - but no....

It eventually eased off...

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Altitude

Can a PM be effected at all by flying to Hawaii? The altitude is at a much greater level.

Thanks

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Visiting the dentist

Hi everyone, just a quick question. I have had my PM for about 7 weeks now and I was supposed to see the dentist about a cavity and they said they wouldn't see me until I had my PM for 6 months. Has anyone had that happen? What would be the risk at the dentist office? Any words of wisdom? Thanks, Jean

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Atrial Fib

Can somebody describe what atrial fibrillation (sp?) feel like?
And how often does one get these? Do they come in waves (like PVCs can)?

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Welcome!

Just wanted to extend a warm welcome to all the new members.

Aren't yah glad you found this site!!!

Pookie

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Definition of Heart Failure!!

Here I go again, researching! But this time I found an article I can actually understand....yippee.

What is heart failure?

Heart failure means your heart muscle does not pump as much blood as your body needs. Failure does not mean that your heart has stopped. It means that your heart is not pumping as well as it should.

Because your heart cannot pump well, your body tries to make up for it. To do this:

Your body holds on to salt and water. This incre...

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Pookie

Pooki I will wait five mins to see if you will chat with me Billie

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Message

Hey rayan-
I just got your messages.
Sent you an e-mail.
:-)
Candi

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You know you're wired when...

You get your device tuned-up for hot dates.

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I'm 43 and have had my pacemaker four weeks today. I'm looking forward to living another 50 years and this marvelous device inside me will help me do that.