1 year after pacemaker surgery

When I was 36 I was told I needed to have a pacemaker implanted, it’s been 1 year since I had my surgery. In this video I highlight my experiences over the last year, and update you about what happened at my latest Cardiologist visit.

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[VRfaces]

Just had mine implanted. Thank you for this video, really helps to understand what I'm to expect 🙏🏻

[andykeno]

Thank you so much for your video I am two days out of surgery learning experience I passed out on the Fourth of July and they inserted the pacemaker on the seventh 63 year old heavy equipment mechanic a real wake up call I work 55 hours a week .Time to start enjoying life.

[rony]

Thank you for sharing your experience. Had some shortness of breath on too much exertion and ankle was swollen. Was shocked when Dr said it was my heart. Heart block Mobitz II. Intermittent 2:1 block. Dual chamber Azure ppm was implanted in me 3/2025, one month past my 63rd birthday. Today I guess is 22 days out. I feel pretty good. I had same pain and soreness during those 3 weeks but it wasn't too bad. Every day was better than the last. I am feeling the device less and less as the pocket heals and my brain gets used to having a foreign object in my chest. I have never felt any pacing jolts. I am a bit surprised to read that you and several others could actually feel the pacing happening. I am looking forward to the 3 month follow up so i can see how much i am pacing as my problem was persistent but not constant in nature. I could have days of 2:1 (45bpm resting) block and then a few days of more or less normal (70+bpm resting) heart rate.

[MeetNYC-wcuj]

Thanks for sharing your personal healthcare information with us. It's very helpful!

[CrystalPalmore]

😢Thankful for you today. I was totally in the blind to arm in sling, complications and ALL it involves
Enjoy your Day

[michaelnelson]

I might be getting one. Not sure yet. Bradycardia. I do find I’m out of breath sometimes, after doing something physical. So, I appreciate these kind of videos, as I like to be informed.

[susantyson]

Thank you so much for sharing. I just had my pacemaker implanted and you have giving me hope.

[rosesophiaaudibert]

I had mine 1 month ago.but I still have pain because of keloid process.but the pacemaker works properly.This morning at the store I felt like a pace only for 1 or 2 mns, I was so scare.Thanks for sharing your experience.before my surgery I watched your videos.it's was helpful.I work in the medical field, I know what it is, but getting it yourself it's an another thing.Thanks again.

[donnapersson]

Interesting that you mentioned pacemaker induced Tachycardia. I’m two weeks out and have had Tachycardia three times. I’m also set at 60BPM. Thanks for the heads up. Will definitely discuss with Dr.

[Texaslantana]

Well, presented video. I am helping a loved one with a pacemaker and I have found it's a BIG learning process. And I actually have been working in heathcare for numerous years. Educate yourself and it will reassure you more and more. The more you know the better. Use your booklet that came with the pacemaker as a
reference.

[bobjudiaronson]

I am a 75 yr old women with a too slow heartbeat. I got my pacemaker 4 days ago. Just happened upon your video and have subscribed; I could learn more here. I also have A. Fib. Thank you for doing this.

[MrKevinH]

Nice to meet another "younger" PM patient. I got my first one when I was 40. I'm due to get "upgraded" to a biventricular PM in two weeks, about 8 years sooner than I expected.

[charleyl]

My pacemaker has been working fine, but I'll be going in for catheterization on Nov 4, 2022. I've already got 7 stents, so I may need bypass work this time. If all goes well, I'll post again.

[jeffgagawood]

Just had mine implanted 4/27/21 home and feeling nervous just watched and nice to here it's going well!!! I'm being test for apnea as well 49 will be 50 in June 👍🏻

[arhali]

Just had a pacemaker implanted on Dec. 21/20. See surgeon in a few days and I hope he can solve the issues I am having. Thanks for posting your journey with a pacemaker.

[rosejohnson]

Thanks for making this video. I'm 32 and currently being tested to see if I need a pacemaker. I have a 2:1 second degree AV block so I'm a little nervous about the whole thing. It's nice to hear your experience!

[PopulistDavid]

Thank you this wonderful but it changes your I just want to say thank you you're soul

[charmetaclemons]

Thank you for this. I'm scheduled for this surgery this Thursday. I'm really scard but I appreciate you telling your story.

[Linny]

Thank you, I am on the waiting list for a pacemaker l
Will follow you .

[Dan-qdgh]

Had a pacemaker put in Sept 2024 and 60 yrs old. Had a check up its at 39% pacing 6 weeks after it was put in all is fine so far. So you are saying your percentage dropped after 1 year i didnt know that happened. I will see if mine does too. Thanks for the video.