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Feeling pacing?
Can anyone else feel their pacemaker start to pace? I'm always asked to describe what it feels like but I just don't know how. I can feel exactly when it kicks in and it can get very uncomfortable...
A Buzz in the chest
- by Yorker
- 2008-01-31 04:01:33
- Interferences
- 2729 views
- 3 comments
I've had my pacemaker for about 3 months now and had a strange thing happen the other night and wonder if anyone else has had this or was it just my imagination.
I was standing at the kitchen stove, about 3 feet away from the microwave with the microwave running - have been told by the pacemaker tech and others that microwave ovens were no longer a problem, I really wasn't worried about it, but while I was standing there I noticed a small vibration that felt like a slight "buzzing" in the c...
magnectic resistant exercise bikes
- by milliemiah
- 2008-01-31 04:01:13
- Exercise & Sports
- 1888 views
- 3 comments
Hi
I've had a pacemaker for 7 years during that time I,ve steadily gained weight and have decided to do something about it.
I have been looking at buying an exercise bike but they seem to all have magnets in them are these safe to use with a pacemaker?
Thanks
sat
- by sandycity05
- 2008-01-31 03:01:43
- Interferences
- 1991 views
- 2 comments
Hi,
I have had my pacemaker for 1 yr now. My question is does any one that has a pace maker, does you shoulder burn like it is a strain on it where the pm is. I haven't had any more problems since I got the pm. I was just interest to know. How much weight are you suppose to pickup with the pm in anyway.
Sandra
Bowling!
- by pacerpacer
- 2008-01-31 02:01:37
- Exercise & Sports
- 3115 views
- 5 comments
Can bowling dislogde of break the lead. I am right handed and PM is also at right side. Also it would be great help to know if I can play badminton with my right hand.....
Sorry me again
Hi
I am getting positively neurotic. I am so depressed and keep crying. After having the response turned down I felt good, given the beta blockers, felt awful and left them off. Now back to walking and heart rate still raising faster than it would. What do I think, something is drastically wrong and I am going to have a heart attack.
What is wrong with me?
National Wear Red Day Feb.1st
- by pacergirl
- 2008-01-30 11:01:20
- General Posting
- 1200 views
- 8 comments
February 1st is National Wear Red Day
I feel very strongly about raising awareness about heart disease. Too few people realize that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women (and men), but the good news is heart disease can often be prevented.
Wear your favorite red clothes or accessory - a red blouse, a red dress pin, a fabulous red handbag - put on red lipstick, or sport a red tie and red socks. Go red in your own fashion to show your support for women and the fight ag...
lead wire
- by aldeer
- 2008-01-30 11:01:02
- Batteries & Leads
- 1922 views
- 3 comments
No such thing as a dumb question? O.K. here goes one. Does the lead wire go thru a vein or just under the skin directly to the heart and hook up there? and how? After your answer, I won't have to wonder. :) aldeer
New Poll
- by admin
- 2008-01-30 09:01:46
- General Posting
- 1077 views
- 0 comments
A new poll has been added to the right menu. Please take a second to vote or view the results.
Thanks,
Blake
replacement at 90 year olds
- by barbera
- 2008-01-30 08:01:38
- Complications
- 1806 views
- 1 comments
My father age 90 is about to have a replacement after seven years. He is very healthy active man, no major problems.
His doctors seem to have no concerns about doing this at his age, I am very anxious to say the least. Is their anyone who has had a replacement near or at this age, I would very much like to hear from you.
Newly implanted
- by Deb2411
- 2008-01-30 07:01:59
- Exercise & Sports
- 1785 views
- 6 comments
Hello--just got a pacemaker on 1/25/08, about five days ago, and go get staples out on Monday, about five days away...I'm sure I'll have many questions over time, but my initial one is: Can I eventually lay on my stomach and get my at least once monthly massage? This is something I thoroughly enjoy and would miss--massage--both sides up! Any advice?
Scar Pic
- by rdelvis07
- 2008-01-30 05:01:40
- General Posting
- 2915 views
- 11 comments
Oh I posted a pic of my scar!! Take a look @ it! I think it looks great for only being like 4 weeks!!
Whoops! Sorry I posted the photo twice!! Sorry about that!!
Rachel
rdelvis07
Blood Pressure
- by rdelvis07
- 2008-01-30 05:01:05
- General Posting
- 1167 views
- 2 comments
Well im back!! hehe I have a ?!!!!
I took some nursing classes so I know normal pressure varies! Well my blood pressure always ran low! I mean realy low @ times. But 9 times out of 10 it was like 98/64 now its like 148/76. Im kinda worried! Im going to call the doc. I just wanted to see if you guys had any problem with pressure after you got your pm. I know 148 isnt really really bad but it super high for me! hehe Well thanks!!
Problem with beta Blockers
- by Jules
- 2008-01-30 04:01:33
- Conditions, Meds & Tests
- 1768 views
- 4 comments
Has anyone else experienced problems with beta blockers. I find they leave me depressed and feeling tired. Very dizzy as I have low blood pressure.
Doc said try Avlocardyl instead of Cardensiel (bisoprolol) might be weaker.
Can't wait to feel more like my old self.
Went well
- by TSA
- 2008-01-30 03:01:22
- Checkups & Settings
- 1605 views
- 1 comments
I just wanted to update you on my appointment. It was probably the best one I had. I asked to have my pacer self checked time changed. The tech had never done it and didn't know she could - she called the company and they were able to do it.
The Dr was also able to see I have been having times of fast heart beats. They suggested just watching it rather than meds or electrical study. It does feel strange but I'm Ok with it.
Thanks for your help!
Tom
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ITS IN
- by Tessy
- 2008-01-30 01:01:02
- General Posting
- 1138 views
- 4 comments
Had my PM fitted yesterday morning 29th Jan at 9.20 am. Not as bad I thought it would be. Its a bit painful and a bit bruised, but this is only the first day. Hope it will improve as they days go by.
Thanks to all those who sent me kind thoughts and best wishes.
Regards
Teresa
pacemaker edge
- by petemanning
- 2008-01-29 11:01:14
- General Posting
- 1310 views
- 4 comments
Hi all,
I have noticed that when I put my left arm straight up beside my ear(i.e swimming)that the edge of my pacemaker is clearly visible through the skin on the side of my peck so it kind of sticks out on my left side.
Has anyone else noticed that this happens to them?
Cheers
Pete
Low Pulse
- by scadnama
- 2008-01-29 09:01:39
- General Posting
- 1515 views
- 4 comments
The low setting on my pacemaker is 60. I was feeling really rotten earlier today, so I decided to check my blood pressure. It was 90/40 and my pulse was 35. The low blood pressure is not unusual for me, but I thought that the low pulse was very odd considering the settings on my PM. I checked a couple more times to be sure that the reading was accurate, and it was well below 60 each time. This isn't normal, is it? Could there be something wrong with my PM?
Amanda
Back Home
Hi Friends,
Thanks for the support, especially those that read and commented to my previous comment. I am back at home with my new Medtronic Maximo ICD that shoul keep me company for the next 8 years, if we take care of each other.
All happened between 10:30 and 12:30 this morning and two hours after I am here sharing my experience with you. My Super Cardiologist also found time to improve the scar I had for the last 18 years and opened 4 times, I am really glad for that.<...
Airport Security
- by Shep32
- 2008-01-29 06:01:47
- General Posting
- 2213 views
- 9 comments
When you go through airport security does everyone show their card? or just when they walk through and set off the alarm? I walk through and have not set off an alarm yet, just curious to see what everyone else does. I don't know anyone that has a PM so I don't know what the Standard Operating Procedure is. Thanks. Angie
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Since I got my pacemaker, I don't pass out anymore! That's a blessing in itself.