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Can I Get My Defibrillator Removed As All My Vitals Are Normal ?
I had a defibrillator put in 2 yrs ago after a TIA Nothing has ever happened since then Should I have it removed I had a defibrilllator put in 2yrs ago after a TIA as they found my heart beating too slow. I ve gone thru all the monthly checks and never once had a sense of this kicking in. Maybe the doctors were too fast to put it in. Should I have it removed. My BP and other vitals are fine. I am 64.
Tue, 24 Jan 2012
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you need not to remove it as defibrillator is life saving devise
as you are 64 ,your body is weaker than earlier .
it is good that all reports are normal .
you have history of heart problem ,so it is not advisable to remove it .
better to consult cardiologist
i hope i have answered your question.
welcome to healthcare magic forum
you need not to remove it as defibrillator is life saving devise
as you are 64 ,your body is weaker than earlier .
it is good that all reports are normal .
you have history of heart problem ,so it is not advisable to remove it .
better to consult cardiologist
i hope i have answered your question.
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