Hi everyone.
Well, I go in this Thursday for a lead replacement.
I'm glad to finally get it done, since I've been having lots of "episodes" with the malfunctioning lead on my ICD capturing other muscles in my body.
I have had lots of "jumping' in my left arm, where I feel a shock go down it, and my whole arm jumps. I have felt lots of buzzing in my chest, along with breathlessness, when something seems to be happening. And just a lot of spasms in my left arm.
Anyway, my question is... can you guys tell me what to expect from a lead replacement? My EP doctor said that she will cap off the old lead, and then put a new one in. I know I won't be able to lift or raise my left arm for 6 weeks, but what else can you tell me?
Thanks, and Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Debbie
Well, I go in this Thursday for a lead replacement.
I'm glad to finally get it done, since I've been having lots of "episodes" with the malfunctioning lead on my ICD capturing other muscles in my body.
I have had lots of "jumping' in my left arm, where I feel a shock go down it, and my whole arm jumps. I have felt lots of buzzing in my chest, along with breathlessness, when something seems to be happening. And just a lot of spasms in my left arm.
Anyway, my question is... can you guys tell me what to expect from a lead replacement? My EP doctor said that she will cap off the old lead, and then put a new one in. I know I won't be able to lift or raise my left arm for 6 weeks, but what else can you tell me?
Thanks, and Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Debbie
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