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Pacemaker?
In previous posts I have indicated that I have apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, ventricular tachycardia, bradycardia, and some morphing. So far, I have had a boat...
Last active: May 1, 2020
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Pacemaker surgery
I had pacemaker surgery last week. I called the cardiologist's office to ask the nurse what to do for swelling in hand, upper, and lower...
Last active: Jan 9, 2022
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Pacemaker at Mayo
Has anyone had a pacemaker implanted at Mayo? How did it go? If so, how was the follow up if you needed to go back...
Last active: Mar 30 7:22am
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MRI with pacemaker
Hello, I have had my Medtronic dual chamber pacemaker for five years. I possibly have a tear in my knee and so I am considering...
Last active: Jan 31, 2023
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No improvement with pacemaker
Hello everyone, I had a pacemaker implanted on Oct. 9. I have congestive heart failure with an EF of 20. Since the procedure, I haven't...
Last active: Dec 3, 2019
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biventricular pacemaker
I am in AFib and also have heart failure due to an enlarged right atrium. My dr has recommended a biventricular pacemaker along with a...
Last active: May 12 9:42am
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Pacemaker surgery & precautions
I am reluctantly having pacemaker surgery on Monday due to AFib. What do I need to expect and avoid afterwards? Anyone have a problem with...
Last active: Dec 22, 2019
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Electromagnetic interferences with pacemaker
Bonjour! Quick question: has anyone experienced any interference with their pacemaker from electronic equipment around them? For example, I have noticed that my heart rate...
Last active: Apr 7 6:26am
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AFib after pacemaker
Had paroxysmal AFib prior to pacemaker. After 3 good weeks on pacemaker I have experienced AFib nonstop. Help?
Last active: Nov 4 11:18am
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pacemaker and high blood pressure
HI, My 76 yr old husband just got a pacemaker, Now his is experiencing weird symptoms. We are in contact with his cardiologist but I...
Last active: Aug 6, 2023