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Cardioverter Resynchronization Transveinous Defribrilator
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I have this Device Implant. Would like to talk with others who have the same.
Started this discussion. Last reply by woodrow stelly Mar 22.
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Burris I also have a ICD implant which I've had for 3 years.Last year my device shocked me twice,the first time was a mild shock which was recorded on my monitoring through the phone systems.My first shock occurred while I was asleep as I mentioned…
Wow, you have been through it. 20 Shocks was definitely an ardeal. Thanks for the info on the shock experience as I haven't had one yet. Don't know why., hadn't really talked with my Doctors about this., guess I should so I will know exactly what to…
You haven't mentioned anything about him sleeping with a C-Pap Machine. This has helped me tremendously and possibly would or could do the same for him. This will also help you to feel more secure.
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- Have heart trouble caused by a virus settling in the lower part of my heart, was on a heart transplant list until had a Cardioverter, Resynchronosation, Transvenous Defibralator Implant. This not only save my life but, gave my life back to me.
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- At 4:58am on January 21, 2010,
Diane Sharp said… - Burris what a great role model you are for all of us who need a voice! I too have a ST. JUDE device and love it......I went in with an EF of 14 % now I am at 30% I can walk and talk at the same time and as you know that is now small feat when you have an enlarged heart! God Bless you Burris.
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Diane
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