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New PM-Questions

I never had any of the pain medicine-just took aspirin. It was the first night that my arm was over my head-I now sleep with a sling. I am going to start walking some tomorrow and see how it goes.Thank you all for responding! Sarah

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New PM-Questions

I received my pacemaker on 12/11/08. I am in very good shape, run 1/2 & full marathons. Have SSS and needed PM. I am now trying to figure out how easy it is to mess up leads. Ist night had hand over head when I woke up. I am not one that sets very well either so I have been busy since PM was put in and I seem very tired, more so than before PM. Is this normal? Any idea how long you are tired? If a lead is moved, will it be anything very obvious? I am having a few muscle sensations "flu...

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New member

Hi

My name is Fuad. I'm from Malaysia and just had my PM implanted on 9th December 2008 for Bradycardia. Still new and trying to adjust life with PM. That why I joined this club to get an idea, answer and suggestion from all the senior who have been through this.

My firdt concern is does Belkin N1 wireless router affect the PM? I'm using it in my room to connect with other computer in the other room. Another question is does air compressor affect your PM? My hoppy is do...

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welcome

Hi Fuad

First thing is, welcome aboard. The people here are very knowledgeable and helpful. I’ve only been a member for about a week and just got my PM last Monday. So I’m new to this site as well. I’ve found that everyone here has been very informative and it helps to hear things from others that already went through what you are now going through. I’ve really enjoyed their help.

Ron

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Chat

I will be in for a while, come say hi!

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MEETING UP IN FLORIDA!?

Hi guys - trust all is well with everyone? and all getting in the festive spirit!

Still wondering if anyone else wants to meet up in Florida when I come over!! I will be coming on Saturday (20th) for 3 weeks!!!!

If you are interested, please get in touch!!!

Chat soon!

Love & Hugs, Loopy Lou xxxxxxxxxxxx

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cold weather blues

It is so coooold here in northern Indiana, single digits the last few days, wind blowing, gas prices rising, fish wont bite, freeze my hands off, pondering lifes little suprises, and walking around in a brain fog alot. Getting a little depressed and trying to get out of that feeling. This is the first time since my surgery in Aug of this year that I have felt depressed guess all this is setting in. Its such a bummer not having a job and I thought i would never say that, amazing how much you miss...

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Thanks all

I found all of your suggestions very helpful and I will heed your advice. Thanks again to all of you. So far, I love this site.

Ron

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Greetings to all...

I am a 61 yr old male who just found this group a couple of weeks ago, and I'm glad you are here! I got my device back in June of this year after collapsing in Ventricular Fib and nearly dying. Recently had it "tuned up" so it is working well now!
Unfortunately, I have other "medical issues" so I can not say I feel like a new man now. I am alive though, and that's a good thing!
It's good to know that I am not alone with this hunk of metal in my chest - I'm still not used to it being th...

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Chat

anyone up for a chat. I will be there for a few minutes. Bowlrbob

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Please advise

Hi Everyone

Could someone tell me if it’s normal to get a small sharp pain at the site where the PM was placed? I have gotten it 5 or 6 times over the last hr. I don’t think I did anything to upset it? It’s not real painful, but I definitely feel it. Also it was a little sore when I woke up this morning, Iwas lying on the side where the PM is. I hope I didn’t do something in my sleep. I’m new to this (having a PM) so maybe I’m just paranoid. I don’t want to call my Dr for and drive h...

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Flecainide

Hi All,

Merry Christmas Time! :)

Just curious, is anyone else on flecainide? If so, why did you get put on it?

Thanks!
Kristen

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DRIVING THROUGH "HOOVER DAM"

My lovely wife and I take once a year vacation to Las Vegas, NV.
My wife just got a pacemaker and we were wondering if driving through HOOVER DAM would cause any interference once it is a power generating plant. Has anyone driven through it? Thanks for the repplies!
May God Bless you all!

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I forgot to take my medicine

Oops,
Today should be interesting. I already feel heavy chested, and that has nothing to do with my bra size. LOL.
I'm wondering if I should leave work and drive the 30 miles home to take it. I just might have to. Just peachy!
I've never forgotten to take my meds before since the pacemaker was implanted. Do ya'll think I'll be alright just for today? Just wondering?

-Angelie

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PM and Defibrilating?

First of all, I have no idea if I spelled that right or if it's even a word. But the question is, what happens if a defibrillator is used on a pacemaker patient? Is that bad? Someone asked me and it occurred to me that I have no idea...
AC

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At the gym post-implant...

So I got back on the treadmill this week, what, 3 weeks post implant of my PM? So I'm feeling like I should have gotten it a long time ago! I'm feeling great - more like I HAD a heart condition - can do so much more than before. So even though I was "asymptomatic" maybe I really wasn't. I guess tired and sluggish can creep up on you over time and you don't even realize it. You write it off to being fat, lazy, mom of two who works full time. But it is obvious there was something going on th...

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Bracelet Recommendation

I just got a medical id bracelet from www.laurenshope.com. It is very pretty while still having an obvious medical id tag. It was received two days after ordering - even with priority shipping and the fact that it came from in state, I thought that was super fast. Just wanted to share my good experience.
AC

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My birthday

Today is my birthday and I'm shamelessly yelling it to everyone I see...Its a miracle,,,


HAPPY ,,HAPPY,, JOY ,,JOY !!!!!!!!

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Daughter is getting a pacemaker soon.

Daughter will be told this Monday that she is getting a pacemaker.
She is 16 and in Varsity Sports.
I know this is the best but what is the recovery time.
She is very healthy but just has a low heart rate of 40 now for 4 yrs and the meds are not working anymore.
I see two weeks and am hoping it is true.

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1st pacer check

Hello pacer friends,I just came home from my 1st pacemaker check and all is well! I am 100% reliant on it. I have a lot of time to go with "my friend" since it is new.I feel relieved.
All restrictions have been lifted so now its work as usual.I am thankful for each and every day! I am praying for all of you especially those who have not had such a good outcome and/or have other health issues besides.I will do the phone checks until my next pacer check in June.Thank God for our "little mirac...

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