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ask: Im a 46 yrold female I have had heart problem sense my late 20s they just found its caused hypersensivite heart everything triggers it sex,excercise and stress. they put in a pace maker to help control it it helps but not enough please help me.

By fayebalene September 24, 2011 - 1:33pm
 
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fayebalene

it works it is set at 70 to 130 i get checked every 3 months but still have episodes that get traced some times its better then other months .

September 24, 2011 - 6:23pm
Rosa Cabrera RN Guide

Hi fayebalene,

A pacemaker is a small device, about the size of a pocket watch, that's placed under the skin near your heart to help control your heartbeat. It is meant to control your heart beat when your heart fails to do so on its own.

How long have you had your pacemaker in for? Have you had your follow up visit to ensure that settings on the pacemaker are correct?

If you feel like your settings may need to be adjusted, please give your doctor a call.

Best Wishes,

Rosa

September 24, 2011 - 1:47pm
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