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A member asked:
I am implanted with a pacemaker in feb 2012 but still now am having some itching and some times mild pain at the place the machine implanted. what to
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Healing or infection: You need to see the implanting cardiologist -- to make sure that the wound is healing properly.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Pain at site: Of course, you should visit the physician that placed the pacemaker, as soon as possible, for an examination.
Answered 11/26/2012
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