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Hello, I’m new here and 3 days from my procedure for my pacemaker.
Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Jul 16, 2023 | Replies (41)Comment receiving replies
Hello . !!! I felt EVERY one of those feelings . I had atrial fib for 5 years .. sob . Tired . The last resort was them doing an ablation on my av node and I was going to be totally dependent on a pacemaker . I was a nurse and scared that they were going to shut my heart down completely . I had my pacemaker and the next day they did my heart ablation. . This was done may 11 and I am feeling so much better . But it’s not perfect yet . Still some sob . Tired . But it’s better and I’m alive . . . I know it’s scary with the heart but it will so worth it . Please don’t let your feelings about the unknown scare you . Those Mayo Boys know what they are doing . Dr Liu was good support and help with my issues. Good luck . Please let us know what you decide . We KNOW what you are feeling . Keeping you in my thoughts Tara
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Thanks Tara, I’m thankful for your response. This morning I had a follow up and set me at a new pace or bpm it was scary feeling and I instantly had the bad thought of my Afib is still present. But I realize the heart needs to set a new path from the ablation. And the pacer is there for a better quality of life. I think the thing that’s messing with me is the recovery, the left arm restrictions. I have faith in the doctors and they have done so much to help me look forward too. It’s hard when the site is still new and and the movement is limited. I fear pulling the incisions but I have to remember that it was just checked and everything is looking good. Continue your journey with success and please don’t hesitate to let me know of any mindsets or helpful tips, they’re all helpful.