Question 1

i need to ask again .i had a pace maker fit on jan 7th 2010 but today i still have problems walking and sitting up?

Accepted Answer

Walking and pacemake: I assume you still have dizziness etc.... I would suggest you talk to the cardiologist - having a pacemaker is not a total treatment. You may pre-existing cardiac issue that is still the cause of the issue.

Question 2

my husband, 82, had a pace maker put in june 22 rd. no problems, blood work all normal. he fell had  pain right side under ribs, had a u. s. a mass is seen, his white count is 17. bil, alt,alp,ast are normal. takes  a lot of meds for heart+ eliquis?

Accepted Answer

Unclear question: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent for your husband to see his doctor. 
Wish you and your husband good health!

Question 3

hi doc i have a problem with fluids and i can't stop drinking water because i get so thirsty i drink 10ltrs a day is there any way i can get fluids mybody more quicker at the moment im taking lasix (furosemide)?

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation: Nephrologists are "fluid experts" specializing in areas you mentioned. Diuretics often cause thirst, but rarely to this degree. Could be another underlying cause, and needs expert evaluation to rule out other disorders associated with excessive fluid intake and thirst. Answer may be simple, but often more complex  than stopping diuretic.

Question 4

if someone had ventricular fibrilation and heart stopped but they had a pace maker wouldnt it start to beat normally again via the pacing once it stop?

Accepted Answer

Fibrillation : No not unless fibrillation ends by itself or somebody or an ICD like device gives a. Shock ...

Question 5

what to do if i have problems with lasix (furosemide) 20mg?

Accepted Answer

Need specifics: You need to be more specific.  What kind of side effects are being experienced?

Question 6

i have atrial fibrillation . i take daily concor 10mg, dabigatran 220mg, lasix 40mg and aldactone (spironolactone) 25mg, . now i have erectile problem. what shall i do?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your doctor: Aldactone (spironolactone) and concor both could cause ed. Please review this with your doctor to find a better alternative. Do not stop medications by yourself.

Question 7

is it possible for you to go in a hottub with a pace maker?

Accepted Answer

Yes: People with pacemaker may use a hot tub. However if it is recently implanted, you should wait until the wound is healed to avoid risk of infection.

Question 8

is it normal to feel a tapping from pace maker?

Accepted Answer

No: It is not normal to feel tapping or twitching from your pacemaker. You should be evaluated by your doctor.

Question 9

is it ok to go through metal detectors if you have a pace maker?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but ..: It won't harm the  pacemaker or you but it will set off the metal detector so tell the tsa agent about it.

Question 10

what anesthetic are you put under usually for pace maker surgery?

Accepted Answer

Anesthetic: Pacemaker implantation is usually done with mild sedation and local anesthesia. We do not always put a patient 'to sleep' for the procedure. Generally you will discuss the anesthetic part of the procedure with an anesthesia professional beforehand so the best choice for you can be made.

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I need to ask again .i had a pace maker fit on jan 7th 2010 but today i still have problems walking and sitting up?

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My husband, 82, had a pace maker put in june 22 rd. no problems, blood work all normal. he fell had pain right side under ribs, had a u. s. a mass is seen, his white count is 17. bil, alt,alp,ast are normal. takes a lot of meds for heart+ eliquis?

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Hi doc i have a problem with fluids and i can't stop drinking water because i get so thirsty i drink 10ltrs a day is there any way i can get fluids mybody more quicker at the moment im taking lasix (furosemide)?

A member asked:

If someone had ventricular fibrilation and heart stopped but they had a pace maker wouldnt it start to beat normally again via the pacing once it stop?

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What to do if i have problems with lasix (furosemide) 20mg?

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I have atrial fibrillation . i take daily concor 10mg, dabigatran 220mg, lasix 40mg and aldactone (spironolactone) 25mg, . now i have erectile problem. what shall i do?

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Is it possible for you to go in a hottub with a pace maker?

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Is it normal to feel a tapping from pace maker?

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Is it ok to go through metal detectors if you have a pace maker?

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What anesthetic are you put under usually for pace maker surgery?

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