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Pacemaker & ICDs: Introduce Yourself & Meet Others

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@deniseheart Thank you so much for sharing your experience with your local Womenheart support group! I was not aware of this group and will investigate further. Yes, ((HUG)) fear of "doing anything" at first is quite life limiting and I am glad you have moved along on the journey to live your life. How did you get over your fears? Were there certain tasks you did with others? Have you ever had a shock (I have not)? For @durytegirl I wonder if there is a Menheart support group for her husband.

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@walkinggirl It has been 8 years now with my ICD and not one shock. (knock on wood). I got over my fears by sharing them with other women in the Womenheart support group. I just needed to talk about them and listen to how others dealt with the same. I believe The American Heart Association has men and co-ed support groups. Contact them for information in your area.