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new pacemaker

I had my pacemaker planted 3 waaks ago, since than I feel funy.I feel pulsation in my abdomen and some discomfort in my chest. when I went to the doctor he checked everything and said i was Ok. I feel like this is not OK! Thas anyone have similar problems?

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EP?

Do most of you have an electrophysiologist or just a regular cardiologist? I was diagnosed in '70, before I think there was such a specialty. It never occurred to me to change to a doctor in the subspecialty.

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Pacemaker Settings

I have paroxsymal atypical atrial flutter and have a pacemaker implant with the heartrate set higher than my underlying natural heartrate.

My cardiologist states that he hopes that this pacemaker setting will prevent the rogue heartrate being allowed to step in. I have until recently been free of any instanes of irregular heart activity for 5 years - so the logic is undoubtedly sound.

However he states that if atypical flutter does manage to creep in, the pacemaker will clo...

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Thankyou Bambi.....

Thankyou for your explanation of gall bladder surgery.

It sounds awful, as I'd expected.

Going back to see the Liver Guy in mid-August, he'll book it at that time, unless it suddenly gets a whole lot worse.

Too bad he can't use the laproscopy on me, sounds so much easier.


I feel fabulous!

Bionic Beat

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Seeking Medtronic Insynch III feedback

Hello!

My boyfriend's EP has recommended this model, and he's getting it implanted on Monday. His last two PM's have been St. Jude's, which have been lemons in terms of battery life.

Would love any feedback anyone has on the Medtronic, espcially for a young, active person.

Thank you!

Best,
Katy

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Thank you and one more question

Hi all,

I just wanted to thank those of you that responded to my post regarding my new pacemaker. As I mentioned previously, it's been a difficult adjustment for me and your comments have been really, really helpful.

I mentioned I was getting dizzy after running and a few of you suggested I have my rate response turned off which makes sense to me. It's currently set so that if I'm not exercising, the highest my HR can go is 120. However, I think there's a motion sensor w...

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How fast can you go?

I have a St Judes pm (not sure what model I got last time) that maxes at 180. I'm currently set to a max of 170 but keep bumping it when I work out. I saw the cardiologist yesterday and he suggested maybe going with a different type next time I get it replaced, one with a higher threshold. So, (if you know) what type do you have and what is the max it can be set at?

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Thanks for advice on pacer/defib.

Want to thank you all for the comments, on pacer/defibr.
Went to my cardio. yesterday & he did a EKG on me, also blood work, don;t know the results of B.W. yet. EKG was fine.
I felt like a drunken person, so lightheaded, felt like I was walking side ways. Awful feeling. Memory is terrible, since I had heart failer, & surgery. Feel a little better today. Thank You All.
Rayan

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pancreatitis

Hi Everyone,

I just got out of the hospital for the second time in a week went in last Tuesday got out on Saturday then went in on Monday and back out yesterday.

Just wondering if it is possible for the leads of my pm could be rubbing on anything to be causing this.

They told me that there is only two causes for this to be coming back alcohol and gallbladder I don't drink and had my gallbladder taken out in 89 so I am puzzled.

Thanks
Denise

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Jessie

If you are around I will wait in chat for you Billie

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Title Table and Seizures?

Hi Guys,

First off I do appreciate everyone's help the last month or so. You guys have been very helpful. I'm still researching and getting 4, 5, opinions before committing to get a PM.

Just another thing came up today when I saw my cardiologist who did the tilt table test. He said that my heart stopped for about 10 - 15 seconds and that I had seizures during this time. Has anyone else out there experienced this? If so, I presume you all have PMs? I'm guessing this is...

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Updating the Birthday List.



Hi Everyone.

I’m keeping up the tradition that was started a couple of years ago, to post Greetings to member(s) on his/her/their Birthday.
To do that, I need to update the existing list.
If anyone wants to add their name, user name, birth date, ( no year necessary, unless you want to, ) please feel free to do so, I will add it to the list.

Thanks people, keep on pacing.

~ Dominique ~

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Tiredness

I was wondering if anyone has had the same feeling as I have been getting. I have had my PM for a year and a half and something new has come up. I will be doing my normal daily routine and all of a sudden I'll feel like someone has just given me a shot to make me so tired where I have to lay down and close my eyes. I haven't went all the way out but I was having a hard time driving. I will be sitting at my desk and all of a sudden I can put my head in my hand and fall asleep. Also has any o...

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(((((( A VERY SPECIAL BIRTHDAY! ))))))

ROB ( radiebold ) is 84 today! July 17, 1924.

So, you're 84 huh? Don't worry, at most retirement communities, you're considered a youngster!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROB! You little whippersnapper!

~ Dominique ~

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Traveling to the Middle East

Recently I went to Dubai and Egypt. It was the best vacation ever because I was prepared.
Egypt and Dubai have metal detectors everywhere, even to go into the Hard Rock Cafe.

So I took a note from my doctor, had it translated in Arabic and carried it with me everywhere. It was probably the most amazing thing I ever did.

It did suck having to try and explain to a security guard who didn't want to listen but as soon as I handed them the note in Arabic, voila!

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Crazy Post.....

Hello everyone. How have you all been lately. Its been awhile since Ive been on here. Just finishing up with college almost have my AA degree. I am so excited. Well I have to say this will be my most crazy post ever.
I was watching ghost hunters the other day and randomly heard them talking about Ghost putting off Electromagnetic fields. I was wanting to know if it would be possible for a Ghost to interfere with our pacemakers since we are told to stay away from Electr...

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For Pookie

Can you private message me to let me know how you went on 14 July You have been in my thoughts and I have been wondering how things went. Say high to the gang on MSN for me. I miss you all. Billie

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When can I fly after my box change?

Hi All,

I've been reading through your posts and I see this is a very supportive gathering!

Some background info on me. I'm 32 and I had my pacemaker implanted just over 8 years ago for asystole. From early childhood I used to have fainting attacks 3-4 times a year. I was misdiagnosed with epilepsy as a teenager and generally done the rounds with many cardiologists and neurologists in 2 countries (Ireland and the UK). Then a marvellous cardiologist thought she knew wha...

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Firefighters with pacemakers

I have recently had a pacemaker implanted and have been out of work going on 2 1/2 months now. I am trying to find out the NFPA's definition of (pacemaker dependant) I have a call in to them presently to try and get an answer, if I can get one I will post it. I was sent for a second opinion from work after my cardiologist released me for full duty. I have been a paid FF for 27 years, I was diagnoised with Hodgkin's disease 22 years ago and have had no problems at work. If & when I can get an ans...

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grass strimers

can anyone tell me if its ok to use a cordless (rechargeable)battery operated black and decker grass strimer 18v?

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I, too, am feeling tons better since my implant.