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Has anyone with a pacemaker had an ablation for AFib?
I have had a pacemaker since 2021. I have been in AFib for 3 months now. My EP prescribed Flecainide, which did not convert me....
Last active: Mar 13 2:39pm
Left ventricle ejection stents and stents n pacemaker
I have 3 stents, left ventricle ejection fraction, and a metal plate from cervical spine surgery, and now consideration of a pacemaker help
Last active: Aug 28, 2025
Anyone with a pacemaker/av node ablation still not feel well?
After a four year struggle with afib w/ rvr, which caused HF and cardiac shock the decision was made to install a dual chamber pacemaker....
Last active: Aug 24 1:17pm
I have Bradacardia - when do I need a pacemaker?
Hi I am 74 and have always had a low heart rate 50-60s. I had cataract surgery in August 2024 and while being prepped the...
Last active: Oct 6, 2025
recent NY Times article about Boston Scientific pacemaker recall
Not sure if the below link will work...you may encounter a paywall? https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/19/business/pacemakers-batteries-recall-boston-scientific.html
Last active: Mar 23 5:16am
Can a Pacemaker help You Function and Feel Better with heart Failure?
I’m diagnosed with left sided heart failure, cardiomyopathy. Going into my 6th year. I have experienced some supraventricular tachycardia and I’ve noticed heart rate can...
Last active: Dec 4, 2025
Hello, I’m new here and 3 days from my procedure for my pacemaker.
I’m 48 and was diagnosed with Afib, VVS, and a couple other rhythm issues. On 5/31 I was in for my ablation which itself took...
Last active: Jul 16, 2023
Options for 2nd degree type 2 heart block when pacemakers ineffective
I have experienced dizziness upon exertion since June 2025. My EP found a 2nd degree type 2 heart block thanks to my loop recorder (in...
Last active: Feb 24 9:36am
packmaker issues 4 months out
I had a pacemaker put in the 11th of January 2024. I almost always sleep on my left side (where the pacemaker is) and have...
Last active: May 28, 2024
I am seeking medical opinions regarding the indication for peacemaker.
Hello, I am seeking medical opinions or shared experiences regarding the indication for permanent pacemaker implantation. Patient details: • Age: 79 • Male Medical history:...
Last active: Feb 8 5:03pm
Broadband Light treatment for rosacea
Broadband Light (BBL) treatment was recommended to me because it’s supposed to help with managing rosacea. I have a pacemaker (medtronic). I’m wondering if anyone...
Last active: Jun 5 7:27am
Medical devices to monitor heart rhythm (i.e., Alivecor, KardiaMobile)
I'm interested in purchasing the $149 KardiaMobile only to detect possible A-Fib occurrences. I have had a pacemaker since 2015. Kardia Mobile states it is...
Last active: Apr 30, 2024
Non sustained ventricular tachycardia
I had an ablation at Mayo 2 years ago for afib and aflutter. I have a pacemaker for sick sinus syndrome. I had several short...
Last active: Jun 2 6:20am
Meniere disease and a lazy heartbeat
I suffer from Meniere disease and a lazy heart. I have been told I need a pacemaker. I hesitate because with my condition I fall...
Last active: Aug 9, 2024
Sotarol...good or bad?
Could complete heart block be caused by sotorol?now have pacemaker,should sotorol still be taken?to help with the afib?
Last active: Jun 20, 2021
cardiovascular disease and adt
prostate cancer treatment was luperon injections came down with bradicardia necessitating a pacemaker implant.. need to associate for a VA disability claim
Last active: Feb 22 8:19pm
Are 84 pvcs an hour excessive?
My pacemaker report showed I was having 84 pvcs an hour. Is that an excessive amount? I am feeling palpitations but not excessively.
Last active: Apr 22, 2024
Afibs cannot be put into NSR
After 2 ablations, Cardioversion,, 6 weeks on Amiodarone — no rhythm control, EP says next discussion will be Rate Control or Pacemaker for my husband...
Last active: Sep 29, 2025
Heart disease and Wegovy
I was diagnosed with Tachycardia and heart disease a year ago. I have a pacemaker, my dilemma is they can’t get my blood pressure under...
Support Group: Heart & Blood Health
Last active: 1 day ago
AV node ablation
I am an 83 year old female who has been very active and has eaten healthy rarely taking any medicines always trying alternative methods ....
Last active: Aug 31, 2025