What you should know about pacemakers?

[@jrdvl]

Hi everyone , It has been a month since i had mine put in.I felt the difference almost immediately,no more shortness of breath.The funny thing is, i was at the gym the day before not feeling anything terrible.The next day I was in the doctors office and a few hours later I was in ICU waiting to get one ,and did not realize how bad my heart rate was. However I feel great and just started going back to the gym and taking it slow. Stay positive and love the ones around you !!!

[@debualamsemesta]

Hi, can i know how long you rested before you “comeback” to the gym?

[@martingolding4951]

Wow, good on you, my heart. Unfortunately, it is too damaged to do anything like gym exercise. Lots of scarring has been found on a recently MRI scan and I have severe arthritis in my hips but am currently waiting to have a difibulator fitted my cardiologist on Monday gone said she recommended I will be fitted with a difibulator waiting time now

[@RedaAdae]

I had a pacemaker for afib. Three months later had massive heart attack caused from stress. No blockage or valve problems. Had to be shocked twice from vtach. Bood pressure 239/ 189.. my dr said i was very close to dying. Took 3 yrs off my pacemaker. I have had my second one put in. Heart trouble caused deep depression.Still have it some. Thank God for pace makers and wonderful doctors. Take warning. Stress will kill you. That was 8 yrs ago. I am 77. Still work at Walmart part time

[@espson57]

Lying in bed having just had a pacemaker fitted. Before that I had a Reveal Heart monitor inserted. The Reveal showed my heart was slowing and stopping sometimes. Got a call from my cardio this morning asking me to come in for the pacemaker operation today. So pleased that the Reveal highlighted the problem and it was dealt with so quickly. Not a very pleasant operation, especially the pummelling to get the device as deep into the muscle as possible. Hopefully no more blackouts now.

[@sidswift8159]

I had one put in 2 months ago and 'not a very uncomfortable procedure'. I beg to differ! Very pleased with the result but I was seriously bashed about. NHS here were excellent and I am full of praise for them.

[@BarryCorbin2024]

I hear you! I had one put in a little over week ago, and I agree. I felt like I was awake/conscious for most of it, and still feel pretty beat up, but also noticed the difference immediately when I was in recovery. My wife and a neighbor friend commented that my color was so much better. Really surprised me, LOL! The Aquacel bandage over the incision is heavy and "pulls" down when I'm vertical, causing some stinging skin discomfort. The nurse unintentionally pulled some skin off in a few areas when removing the tapes, which was excruciating. Per her suggestion, I've been using Neosporin on the wounds to keep them from getting infected. So far so good, seem to be healing fine..

[@Marilyn-yy1eb]

Isn’t there a newer pm that is like a triple A battery

[@jacquieclark6350]

Can you have the procedure with out having an amnesiac drug like verset? Or it's it a must?

[@jfxdillon]

Dude is speaking from a place of ignorance

[@Drlin927]

​@@jfxdillonwhy. I'm about to have one. Why else do I need to know

[@LindaSmith-rh4fi]

Got my pacemaker 2016. What an amazing device. No more passing out and feeling sick/ being sick. Thank you NHS❤❤

[@limpibarua2374]

Are you still alive

[@LindaSmith-rh4fi]

Yes I am ❤

[@dwightcaples7963]

I had a pacemaker installed they did a great job feel new again

[@RichardDKneller]

Mine adjusts the speed up and down and synchronises the ventricles as well. Oh and it has kept me alive now for a couple of years. Very happy with it, needless to say!

[@jerryshelby1128]

I have had a pacemaker with defibulator dince 2012... ot has saved my life more than once. At first the setting where off and the defibulator went off premature. However over the past 13 years it has saved Mt life four times. Getting shocked is more like being sucker pinched in the cheat. Dose not hurt..just scares the crap out of you. Over all after a few months you will forget it's there and life is normal. No issues going through airport security etc.. it won't blow up by xrays, microwaves etc. Getting close to strong magnets is a bad idea. A magnet is how the doctor shots it off.. but once your away from a strong magnet it will turn back on by it's self. If you doctor recommendations one then grow up, listen to hom/her and think about your loves ones concern. I just wish the technology would include a GPS hub or a button for instant errection..😅

[@Wonkerzia]

I’m scheduled for one may 7 2024 and you convinced me to do it because I wasn’t going to get it done thanks really appreciated you saying that

[@chevyblue10]

I want the instant erection button and the bonus scanner for female pacemaker users.

[@johnmeneses7039]

Thanks for a brilliant video. Had mine since 2016. The battery is starting to run down now, so the next battery check is in January. Yes it was very uncomfortable when they inserted the pacemaker.

[@wilycat5290]

I've had my pacer for about a month. Feel so much better but regaining strength and stamina is a slow process. Thank you for this informative video.

[@jackieromero1938]

Thank you for making this video, excellent detail and explanation. Have had mine for 1 week now, i agree with others, it hurt like he** when they were pushing the device into the area. Of course I'm 110 lbs without alot of meat in that area.😮, was told would take a month or so to get back up to speed. Also i was the epidomy of healthy, walk 15k steps a day, eat a very healthy diet, dont drink or smoke so it was quite the shock that this happened. I had been told one year earlier that i had a left branch bundle, when i expressed my concern, if i could live that way, i was told "yes, your healthy and both sides never go out!" Boy were they wrong, i had a type 2 stage 2 mobitz block. Hang in there fellow pacemaker souls. Best to you all😊.

[@1charlastar886]

BEST explanation of pacemakers I've watched. This explanation gave me more information and helped me be less worried about what may happen in and after getting a pacemaker. I had carotid artery surgery 3 months ago for a small tear in the inner lining of the carotid (not a blockage) and the vagus nerve that regulates heartbeats was impacted causing sporadic low heart rate.

[@mustanglady7843]

This video was very informative. My husband is having a pacemaker implanted tomorrow and I've sent this to family members.

[@chevyblue10]

Checking to see how your husband is doing 1 year later? I got a pacemaker/defibrillator implanted a couple of days ago. Wondering what to expect.

[@mustanglady7843]

@@chevyblue10 The pacemaker is doing it's job of keeping his heart rate at 60 bpm. He is walking most days and is gaining stamina slowly. He had to have emergency gall bladder removal surgery this past August which has set him back considerably. Being careful right after surgery will reap rewards in overall health. Do what your doctor tells you to do or not to do. Let the doctor set the timeline for activities. I hardly think about the pacemaker.

[@angelalontoc5525]

Thank you so much for this video. Your information and videos we’re easy to understand. My Dad had pacemaker surgery this past week. Very informative. Good vibes from Rhode Island. Take care Dr.

[@tomwright4450]

The best video on pace makers period thank you

[@hollyrodriguez3259]

What an amazing device. Medical technology is incredible! Just imagine how many lives a pacemaker has saved over the years. I wonder who invented it and how!

[@seerinsara6536]

It is from Sweden

[@schirmeyerb]

Saved over the year ....for myself it s a bad thing ...since i wear that......ARTHROSE ..ect ....!...we have to die .....when is THE HOUR

[@unahynes9393]

I had a pacemaker put in one and half mont ago ,wasn’t that uncomfortable being put in ,but after it looked like it was put in with pick and shovel ,I was black and blue and purple from my elbow to my neck ,having bad episodes here and there ,but better than not being able to walk ,I hope it gets better as it goes along ,rusty

[@barbarakorongy5437]

This video was excellent. I do have a question. I had a Pacemaker put in on September 22 2022 but I don’t feel like I have more energy. How long does it take to get your energy level up?

[@susanhavelka2951]

Was told today that I'm going to have to get a pacemaker. My cardiologist told me that I may not get my energy back. 😔

[@JeffreyGambrell]

A really great simple and thorough explanation of the pacemaker & process. Very much enjoyed the video. Extremely educational!

[@edeniranzamini4599]

Best information I heard. A million thanks.

[@robertstrohm2412]

Thank you so much for your time and efforts in putting this informative video dissertation together. I’ve been asked by my cardiologist to speak with a specialist with the aim of getting a pacemaker implanted. You have put my fears aside and I will now agree to have the consultation with said specialist. So thank you and thank you for all you do.

[@johnmeneses7039]

Have it done, its better than passing out while you are driving. That almost happened to me, luckily I pulled over. You will feel relieved and stressfree after the operation. Good luck my friend!!

[@davemacleod9623]

Again, excellent, woooosh i had this information a few years ago, my anxiety levels would have been alot less!

[@michaelmallal9101]

My AICD has 3 leads going into the heart. Upon insertion only 2 leads took hold; the 3rd lead was reinserted and took hold the next day. I was so pleased.

[@tariqmehmood4951]

I got pacemaker in 2015 because my heart rhythm was 30 to 35 instead of 60 to 65. In 2020 battery failed so rhythm was down to 24 to 30. Put in icu for night, got new pacemaker. Now my chest pain is permanent so a new pacemaker from Abbot will replace Boston Scientific pacemaker which got 2 wires on left of heart. New will add 3rd wire to right side of heart. However it will not be compatible for MRI in case of a stroke which paralyzes.

[@johnbrooks5705]

I'm about to get one, and this video gives me confidence that it's what I need. But what happens when I need my heart to supply more blood when I'm exercising etc? How does the pacemaker sense that I need more?

[@debrashafer599]

Aug 2nd, goin in and hoping it is worth it…and the right decision..the idea really freaks me out. Thank you for your knowledge!

[@chevyblue10]

I got mine implanted a couple of days ago. I guess we'll learn together.

[@thelmasimpson3784]

Excellent video. I got my pacemaker installed 2 mos ago to this day. Such great info. Thanks

[@RBrass-el6wh]

I had my second pacemaker last june no problems at all nhs great.. at. barts hospital. The best.

[@floket100]

I already have my 3rd pacemaker. That means I am living 21years with a lifesaving piece of technology. I am a lucky woman.

[@karolinesmail489]

Ten yes for me who knows if I'd made it before I am thankfull

[@lucywyatt434]

Great information… thank you 😊

[@jerrymattson9773]

Great video. Told yesterday I need a pacemaker. I’m left handed, not sure if Dr knows this.

[@NoneMechanic101]

Thank you very much. Great information

[@mefromthesea9402]

Super helpful video. Thank you so much.

[@dieseldragon6756]

Cheers for the information chap! 👍 but one thing these videos always seem to omit/never detail is the significant sensitivity of pacemakers to magnetic fields, why this is, and what could be done if a person who often finds themselves in environments with very strong electromagnetic fields needed a pacemaker fitted. ⚡ My understanding is the magnetic vulnerability comes from the way the pacemaker is interfaced with external equipment (i.e: Data uploads use a magnetic coupling?) so surely there are ways to work around that, such as an external interface port? 🔌 Thanks! 😇

[@joeortiz9760]

Good information thank you very much.

[@jancoyote52]

Thank you, very informative

[@HeartMatters]

Thank you for supporting the channel!

[@markkinsey3918]

These are wonderful devices, have had mine since early 2017 without any issues. I have a home monitor to send in info. every month wirelessly. Also go for a checkup every 6 months to have it monitored in office and see my cardiologist.💯

[@karolinesmail489]

Same here God bless you ❤

[@samuelchandrashaker2020]

My wife, diabetic was becoming unconscious about 20 years ago for a fraction of second. She was referred to Cardiologist at NIMS Hospital and he advised for placement of Pacemaker. While examining her heart condition the Doctor also observed two arteries are blocked and immediately placed two spring loaded stents simultaneously after placement of Pacemaker under the skin. Every six months, the company of Pacemaker who supplied will check with Electronic devices about its performance and the left over life of it. Now it has three and of years life. This message I am sharing in support of Eminent Cardioligst's advice through this Vedieo for the benefits of readers.

[@abhishekdhariwal4202]

I have few questions please help. My dad is 62 & diabetic too what is the normal day life after pacemaker implant..like energy wise , daily routine, any disadvantages, troubles facing?

[@mohamedmansoorhallajmohame8120]

Dear friend nothing serious about normal work. Need minimum 2 months rest then you can do all the routine work. All the best God will help.

[@TheCambra]

For all the people that got a pacemaker put in what was the reasoning for the slow heart rate and what was your heart rate when they put it in?

[@ania9982]

This video was excellent. ❤

[@johnloeser9730]

Thank you well presented and the information was great 👍

[@donnaneumann56]

I had a pacemaker the 1st of january and ended up staying at the hospital for 9 wks and another 2 wks at another hospital in a swing bed, it waa either that or a nursing home. During these 9 wks i was sent home 3 times only to be rushed back to the hospital. A week after pacemaker another surgeon came in cleaned arteries and put stents in, when i was finallt released a month later they went in and did Afib, now they want to put a watchman device. Im still struggling with my blood pressure and heart rate drops to 35 or jumps to 140. I have a monitor but doctor doesnt seem concerned, i can't function nitros dont help. Plenty of times i prbly should have gone back but i dont want to spend another 9 wks in the hospital because they couldn't figure it out!!!

[@vijay-1]

Extremely clear and helpful

[@carlisleholeman4371]

Excellent information and delivery. Thank you.

[@e.miller8943]

According to my smart watch my pulse will occasionally drop under 50 when I'm in bed or if I fall asleep when sitting. My cardiologist tells me medicare won't pay for a pacemaker unless he can document a pulse under 50 several times. What really bothers me is that when I am exercising hard I rarely get my pulse above 100.

[@kpatel7995]

Thanks for bringing this very Informative video to us.

[@mattasrinivasmohan5808]

Very informative. Thank you Dr,

[@rezamohamadakhavan_abdolla8627]

Thank you, thank you very much doctor

[@marliswart2148]

I have been diagnosed with Bradycardia and I heard about cases that a pacemaker was nessary.When is it necessary to get a pacemaker when you have Bradycardia?

[@samiasajjad409]

Love this video i am living with pacemaker it's been 2 years but i feel all my left side has gone bit fatter than before only left side

[@brunomaselli4714]

One week today since I had my pacemaker transplanted. I’m doing well, no issues so far. Pulse rate immediately went from the 40 s to consistent 60-62. I am still wondering how the wires could be dislodged if I raise my device side arm straight over my head. Have to not do that for 4-6 weeks. Ugh!! How do the wires become solid in place after the 4-6 weeks? Thanks

[@jayrokooch23]

Thank you for sharing good job

[@lizardfirefighter110]

Well done video. Quality information- I am now a subscriber!

[@FredSeabury-h9n]

I had a pacemaker fitted at the Heart Unit, New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton, 12 months ago, everything seems to be working fine but have not heard anything from them since it was fitted. Will they be sending for me at some time for a check up ?

[@binitaize]

My husband had put in 2 weeks ago, very painful week and today started bleeding . Let’s see how it goes

[@binitaize]

Now the infection happened in blood , they removed the pacemaker .recovering but every day have to take antibiotics through midline IV.

[@newyorkdiva3]

Thank you for the information.

[@Sushi2735]

Reading all the comments from people who weren’t given General Anesthesia when having their device implemented shocked me. I had a Port implanted in my chest for Chemotherapy. OMG, the next day it felt like a mule kicked me . Is the pacemaker the same thing??? I now have a big dip under the skin where the Port lived.

[@HungNguyen-sb1yu]

Please show the actual pacemakers from small to large. Thank you.

[@HeartMatters]

Great comment Hung, will do that for an upcoming video!

[@paulsloan4725]

Very helpfull thank you so much for doing this video

[@brahimmessaoudi8812]

Hello, Many thanks for your very instructive video on pacemakers. My question is as follows: Are there any risks for pacemakers to be behind any cerebral vascular accident? Many thanks in advance, B.

[@HeartMatters]

Interesting question, not that I have come across. Pacemakers are very useful at helping keep tabs on a condition called atrial fibrillation that is a cause of stroke so we can often pick AF up with the pacemaker check even if the patient does not feel any symptoms

[@godsgrace4434]

Thank you very much for the information.

[@garyelder4610]

Doctor, I’m a high school anatomy teacher. I would like to use info about pacemakers in my class. Can you tell me what part of the heart are the leads put into? I know the chambers, but is it the endocardium or myocardium? Is it on the septum or other walls of the heart? How is the 3rd lead put into the left ventricle when needed? Does it come through the aorta? I am not a pacemaker candidate so I won’t take anything as medical advice. Just for education purposes. Thank you if you can answer.

[@sambiancuzzo7264]

the good doctor very good video

[@HeartMatters]

Thanking you Sam.

[@johnlynch9268]

Had one fitted a dual chamber model .The surgery was hard going as I was awake.I also had to get a loop recorder removed.I was seriously bruised and battered.Was back today for my six week check up .The device is activating about four percent of the time.The bottom part of my heart is not that strong I'm told

[@SelmaRamsey-lt7ox]

Very good explanation

[@C_a_m_i_2024]

My doc told me I need a pacemaker bc my heart stopped while I was sleeping for 4 to 5 seconds. I do snore and need to go to a sleep clinic to see if i have sleep apnea...but do I really need a pacemaker?

[@alicejohnson-white1799]

Medication does not work for pains in hands? What to do for the pain

[@kayaba8702]

Thank you that was very interesting.

[@karolinesmail489]

I've had my pacemaker icd since 2013 I have lbb and basically floppy heart it's to keep my 2 bottom chambers in sync I have a Medtronic one had one battery since replaced in 2019 got 3.5 yrs till next one

[@res00xua]

In Knocking on Heaven’s door, the authors father had a pacemaker and advanced dementia. The pacemaker kept his body alive long after his mind was gone. Getting it turned off was a huge problem for their family. I was reluctant to get a pacemaker when I had low heart rate issues though I don’t have dementia. Is this still a problem.

[@delornisaacs4485]

😊thank you for the information im very happy thanks

[@oliviawutam]

My heart never changes, I'm wide-awake day and night = sleep at all,

[@phyllisreagan4612]

I've had my third replacement and never felt any pummeling, or discomfort of any kind, from the insertions.

[@Frequencychick]

What tests should be run before a pacemaker is used?

[@Kpashanthi0530V]

Thanyou very much dr

[@dechannigan2980]

I have had pacemaker mediated tachycardia of 130 Scarey to think they can't be neutralised or switched off by the patient.. I wouldn't have it fitted if I knew..

[@mohamedmansoorhallajmohame8120]

Thanks Brother

[@AJ-gz1qg]

Which is better ? A left bundled branch pacing or the traditional pacemaker ?

[@davemacleod9623]

Peter do you have any videos on the CRT and what does 90 % paced mean or higher or lessor numbers please..?

[@HeartMatters]

Excellent question Dave, let's arrange an episode on this topic as it is an important one and although a type of pacemaker, CRT is a little more advanced and used for different scenarios, often when the strength of the heart muscle is reduced. All the % means is how often is the heart itself relying on the pacemaker to help with its function. We will discuss in an upcoming video and thank you for making this suggestion.

[@susiewietelman9321]

Mr. Peter, I would like this information as well. I am learning more from you than anyone else. You are clear and calming because I'm very nervous about getting an ICD.

[@cousinevey]

Good information, but I wish you had discussed pacemakers without leads.

[@HeartMatters]

Thank you. Please see our blog article on our website and we will be featuring a video on these devices separately. Link: heartmatters.com/leadless-pacemakers-advancing-cardiac-care-with-promising-results/

[@Seal_Clubbing_Champion]

I`m on my 4th PM. For AV block

[@1mourningdove54]

I am curious if pacemakers help AFib.

[@celeryisdisgusting5107]

Can a pacemaker decrease ejection fraction? Thank you in advance.

[@HeartMatters]

thank you for the comment, there is a condition known as pacemaker induced cardiomyopathy where a pacemaker can essentially make the heart a little more lazy and therefore weaken heart function. This can often be monitored and picked up on early with follow up of the pacemaker.

[@darrenhirst9900]

I saw a pacemaker in the ER. The nurse said what happened? the pacemaker said I got beat up.

[@cherirobbins8736]

Very good reports. Question? I had my eyes checked about 3 months ago. The Dr flashed my eyes for about 2 1/2 minutes to change my eye from seeing long to seeing close up. I didn’t think about my pace Maker at the time but now it feels as though the feel BEATing of the Pace Maker has changed. Is this possible at all and somehow have it checked or should I not be concerned about it. Thanks so much. Cheri

[@jayhype6284]

Thank you for sharing this video. I want to ask, will a simple at home pulse oximeter provide a accurate heart rate after receiving a pacemaker? Will it be possible it can still show a heart rate under 60bpm? Thank you Dr.

[@wisdomgleaned]

It would depend on the base rate set ie if it's 50 beats a minute it will show down to that.

[@tomrees4812]

Do pacemakers cure heart block i.e. once it is fitted can the heart rate still rise to say 160 bpm when exercising hard and maintaining a regular rhythm? If not, what can?

[@Comedy-clubx]

My mother have transplanted pacemaker before 15 days.her heart rate gradually increased from 40 to 60 beat per minute on same day.but after 15 days again heart rate is 40.what should I do at present .please give advise.

[@janewhite2331]

My consultant has suggested that I have a pacemaker. My problem is that my heart beats very fast and it happens on a daily basis, he said my ecg showed 300 times a minute. This video says that pacemakers are for stopping hearts going slowly. I wish mine went slower. It seems a pacemaker would be the opposite of what I need. Does anyone have any advice?

[@mahindaranasinghe9818]

Thank you good vidio !

[@johncarpenter3361]

I am having the new Boston Scientific 2 lead pacemaker installed due to slow rythem ...I have a bad back, can I still have my RF ablation done to my back with no worries?

[@NaveenKumar-ht3xp]

hi my heart rate is 40-60 do i need a pacemaker

[@HeartMatters]

That doesn't really mean any particular issues as it is normal for our heart rate to fluctuate. Always best to discuss with your doctor if any concerns.

[@mekasowjanya5823]

Did u get ur pacemaker

[@diegovillegas3687]

They implanted a pacemaker in mi chest last week. Can I still drink regular coffee?

[@patrickterych5540]

How did you know you needed a pacemaker

[@darrenhirst9900]

Are these pacemakers made in 2021 MRI safe? And thank you so much for the video Mr Spielberg😂

[@chrismingo9667]

Ok then how do you continue to keep fit and exercise with a pacemaker . I’ve had my device in now for 3 months and To be frank. I hate it !! So I have a ICD/pacemaker and I was told it was the safest option for me. I had 1 and 2 cases of VT first when I was racing my bike and a week later they said I had a abnormal heart rhythm which left me in AF 2 After a cardiologist said I was in full sinus rhythm again and then I out training on my bike and I had VT again So they said because I had a athletic heart and low resting heart rate the pacemaker would help . Well my life has so change I” been fit active all my life and now at the age of 50 I have a device!! It’s shit now my body wants to keep fit and exercise I ride my bike and still with my device the heartrate will still go back near my old resting heartrate 40-42 beats then I’m back in AF !!! I would like to here your views !!! Thanks

[@kellbruce]

what about people who work with RF on a regular basis. someone that operates 50w or larger transmitters. can pace makers be affected by RF?

[@connywakholi]

My mother needs peacemaker but lam worried is it a simple procedure

[@davidjordan8164]

What is difference between a pacemaker and a defibrillator

[@HeartMatters]

Thank you David, a pacemaker purely helps the heart when it is going too slow and prevents this from happening. A defibrillator is a more advanced device that in addition to having the role of a pacemaker also can deliver an internal shock inside the heart to bring the heart beat back if the heart were to stop and go into an abnormal heart rhythm.

[@andyflores9872]

I have a problem with my pacemaker or heart. When they put it in my heart rate was 67bpm 3 yrs. ago. Now my heart rate is 70to100bpm & my B/P went up from 127/72 to 194/91. My Cardiologist put me on pills for for slow my rate & increase my B/P pills from 12.5mg. to 25.5mg. My B/P went down to normal but my heart rate is still high in 88 to 97. Ask him to check my pacemaker, no answer. I NEED HELP!!

[@debbiesmith9394]

Thank you

[@debbiesmith9394]

Can you have a man with a pacemaker