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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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press ups/push ups

anyone know what i can start doing this type of exercise again (6 weeks post implant) plus also wondered if punch bags are safe too ?

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new member

Hi,new member here.I just had st. jude pm installed 5 days ago I am glad I finally found this site,I kept getting textbook info and I wanted to hear from people exprricing pm placements I just read that some man is getting his 4th pm,scary! I am 74 have a leaky mitral valve with left branch block etc. nice to meet you ,I will enjoy hearing from you and sharing the ups and downs.Hey now that i"m all wired up,when do I get my super powers? lol

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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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Tikosyn treatment

I'm 33 and getting myself mentally prepared for yet another med change. My EP doc swears this is the last one. If this doesn't work than it's a pacer for me, which I'm at peace with. (I've tried everything, except Amiodarone which I refuse to try because of the side effects.) My EP, who is wonderfully charismatic and skilled has decided not to do the AV Node ablation/pacemaker insertion unless I get a second opinion from another EP. This reassures me that my doc really does care about my wellfar...

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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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New member/ New to Pacer/defibrillators

Hi:
I am a new member & would like to know if someone has some answers. I had the device put in 4 weeks ago, but seem to have the same problems. Shortness of breath, dizzy & very tired, headache all the time. I feel worse than I did before I went in. Wanted to add that I was told that I would have a defib. only put in, when I came out I had a pacer/def. and so big. they put athe device right on my collar bone, hurts all the time, especially when sealt belt is on, bend over feels like it wil...

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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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Does anyone take bata blockers and have a pm?
My Doc. wants me to start taking them so I will become pm depented. I am only using it about 20% of the time but I am having pvc s. Ans they want me to take them I am only 31 and have 3 kids I need to be wide awake all day not sleepy. I feel that this is to much for me.

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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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Consultation with surgeon

I had my consultation after months of not getting answers.
The original surgeon did in fact state that the pacemaker was moving and that there were leads felt through the skin.
He stated he would move the pacemaker/and or replace with a smaller one, rebuild the pocket and place the leads under the pacemaker.
He, of course, gave me the negatives to the procedure.
As I had the replacement done in Feb. 2008, I would be doing this all over again and then some. He did say that t...

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after pm implant..strong pulse rise and poor shape

Hello, I am 46 years old and have got one month ago my responsive ELA pacemaker with two leads, after having a complete block (to say, I have an history of successful aortic valve replacement, four years ago; and the appearance of a partial block was also identified with ergometric exercises about two years ago). The implantation procedure was Ok as well as the pacemaker test itself. However, I have a distinct problem with my physical shape. I am much weaker as compared with the pre-block and su...

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It feels like forever!

It feels like forever without being on here to check in on my great friends. I am officially in the Chicago area now it still seems weird to be here. To all who have prayed for my move thank you it means a lot.
I just wanted y'all to know you are in my thoughts often and I miss talking to a lot of you. I hope things are well and that life is going well.
To all the recent birthday people on the site who I have missed. I hope your special day was great and very blessed....

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Thanks for responses

Thank you to all for previous responses to my posts of "replacement battery, and Dr. reaction. I was happy to find this site as I was thinking that perhaps these things were in my mind...however, I know how my body feels is something is askew.

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Heart industry abbreviations

Not sure where to post this so I chose Conditions ...

Just a short update: Saturday will be 9 weeks since ICD install and I feel so much better now than I did at week 2 or 3 it is amazing. Last Friday I got to spend an hour with the PM tech and he made some adjustments which got rid of that winded feeling when I went up a flight of stairs.

For those not feeling right - keep learning, asking questions and being a pain. No one else is out there that is going to advocate...

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But I think it will make me feel a lot better. My stamina to walk is already better, even right after surgery. They had me walk all around the floor before they would release me. I did so without being exhausted and winded the way I had been.