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Can i use my magnet to turn off my vagus nerve stimulater?

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No: The magnet supplied by your nerve stimulator has specific characteristic. Check with the manufacturing company.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Yes: Taping the magnet directly over the stimulator will prevent it from working temporarily. When you remove it, it will restart. If you want it turned off permanently, see you epilepsy doctor.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/14/2015

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