Swelling and pain

I am 4 years post biventricular device. At 18 months after insertion I had a broken defib wire. New one placed and old wire capped off. These past 4 days my pm site is very swollen and I have had dull throbbing discomfort. The swelling is up to my shoulder and underneath my arm. I will see the nurse Tuesday. I feel like I have an infection. No redness or bruising at the site. Low grade fever that is normal. Has anyone else had this problem. Thank, MaryKate

3 Comments

don't wait

by annie21 - 2014-02-10 07:02:12

for appointment go NOW best to get it checked out

yep

by Tracey_E - 2014-02-10 09:02:39

Ditto what the others said. That sure sounds like an infection. It's crucial to get it treated ASAP. Ask for cultures, don't let them randomly give you meds and cross their fingers it's the right ones. An infectious disease specialist might be a better choice than the ep or cardiologist.

Hello

by Moner - 2014-02-10 11:02:22

Hi Marykate,

By the time you read this message, I hope you've been to the doctor's office.

The sooner the better!

Please let us know how it went.

Moner
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