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Pacemaker "Dos and Don'ts" after surgery
Pacemaker & ICDs | Last Active: Sep 28 8:58am | Replies (45)Comment receiving replies
@kb49 I had my PM implanted 4 years ago. I explained that I still had chest tightness and exhaustion. They paid no attention to me until I made an appointment with an electrophysiologist (who had nothing to do with implanting the PM). He was able to reprogram some of the settings to make me feel better. You need to learn how the device works and find an EP who will work with you. You may be missing the boat if you don’t.
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@jackiet
Could not agree more. Having an experienced EP is fundamental to good ICD/Pacemaker device implanted, programmed, and there for any issues you have.
The EP is a specialist in the electrical functions of heart. Medications for issues, and surgeons who implant medical devices along with proper programming of the devices.
Even if you have to drive long distances it can really make a big difference. Before I moved to Jacksonville area I drove 4 hours to and 4 hours to be treated by a Mayo EP. He was outstanding and has implanted all my 3 devices and still my EP 20 years later.