Chest Pains

I went to my cardiologist early Nov. 2015 because I was having chest pains. I had previously had stents because of clogged arteries in my heart so the chest pains were familiar to me. After a heart cath and because of a ulcer on the main artery entering my heart he scheduled a double by-pass. After the double by pass my heart rhythm was off and after six weeks he suggested a pacemaker. I've given a little history to see if anyone else has experienced this. For the six week after the by-pass I was progressively feeling better, after the pacemaker I'm having chest pains like I did before I went through all of this. I have to take nitro to get relief 1 to 3 times a day. My cardiologist says it must be indigestion and suggest I see a gastro Dr. He may be right but I think its interesting the chest pains were gone until the pacemaker was installed. Any feedback would be appreciated.

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by BetsyQ - 2016-01-19 06:01:53

I never had indigestion until a few weeks after my pm was implanted. I thought I was having a heart attack the pain was so bad. The EP actually had me go to the ER where they ran a bunch of tests and then prescribed a heartburn med. I haven't had chest pain since. I don't know how it can be related to the surgery but apparently it's quite a common thing to happen according to the ER Doctor.
Good luck! I hope it's as easy as my fix was.
Blessings!
Betsy

Betsy

by mlanphere - 2016-01-23 06:01:06

Since I posted this (Chest Pains) I have done two things. First I stared drinking Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar, 1 Tbsp to ½ cup of water 2-3 times a day. I got immediate relief and the chest pains began to subside until I have very few now. 2. The Gastro Dr. put me on Nexium 40 mg about a week ago. I am getting better daily. I do have an endoscopy scheduled in a couple of weeks to make sure all is well with my esophagus.

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