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The Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) battery in my chest is dead
Epilepsy & Seizures | Last Active: Dec 7, 2023 | Replies (20)Comment receiving replies
@isittll
It's not an added piece of medicine if the battery is dead. If your doctor agrees to remove it do you still have to pay thousands of dollars?
Sounds like it might be time to change doctors. Have you ever considered when you have it removed having the coil removed as well which should decrease your symptoms. Do or did you ever have coughing or swallowing problems robust the throat pain shortness of breath?
Good luck,
Jake
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@jakedduck1
My new neurologist said when the battery dies the robust shortness of breath that I get may stop.
She mentioned the VNS battery could be replaced and the frequency could be greatly increased. I stated I did not want to have the battery replaced,. I had to pay recovery room fees. She said nothing further. I'm used to having someone pressure me to doing the surgery any way.
Laurie