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Hello (hope you guys can understand my english). My husband passed out some days ago,so i called 911,after 18 hours of monitoring ,the cardiology said that his pulse was so low,so he needed one PM,We were so in SHOCK,my husband is just 37 years old and He's in a good shape.after 4 hours he got the device(PM).He 's having trouble @ work,however his DR said that he may return to work NO RESTRICTIONS.He's (helicopter)Flight mechanic,so! sometimes he should be flying as a part of the crew,He loves his job so much,he's really passionate,and seing my husband sad is killing me.I love him so so much ...If enyone knows a pilot or someone that work with airplanes that can give me any advice,WIIL BE SO HELPFUL FOR MY FAMILY.

6 Comments

HI

by dallanta - 2007-09-18 06:09:41

I have had mine for 2 years. I know how you feel. I had problems with my work. I work for the air force at an airbase. I do not fly, but my work requires a lot of exersion sometimes and I work with electronic equipment. Myself, I have had no problem other than getting over the surgery and trying to get used to the idea I am bionic now. I think what took me longer to adjust was I kept trying to pamper myself. I was afraid of doing anything. That was a wrong choice on my part.
Have him talk to his doctor about it, and start to increase his activity. It does not legally stop him from flying does it? I hope not.

P.S.

by dallanta - 2007-09-18 06:09:47

I am a viet vet and love choppers.

recuperation

by boatman50 - 2007-09-18 08:09:22

You say he got the pm some days ago? How long is that? He may be back at work way to early, especially if he has to do strenuous work or raise his arm (on the pacer side) above his shoulder. Also, if he is working near certain electrical equipment that can affect the pm and make him feel bad. I believe its 6 weeks time before returning to hard work, and even then it may be too soon. I think it needs to be made clear to the doctor exactly what he does at work and what he works around. You may even want to contact the pm manufacturer to let them have input on what is safe to work around.

Evita

by enzobake - 2007-09-20 09:09:11

Look at the phone number on the identification card that you should have been given. Call it and speak with the technical services department. All major companies have people available to help you.

No Worries

by Mr Snow - 2007-09-21 12:09:43

Hi Evita
I got my PM about 9 weeks ago now and am back to work. I'm an engineer in electropneumatics, 48 years old and wow it was a shock that I needed one.

I had a 2-1 block which in itself wasn't serious as I was missing the odd beat, because I drive the cardiologist insisted I had one fitted.
Firstly there is the shock of "oh my god I need a pacemaker" and then a hint of depression maybe.

However, when you ask around, it's amazing just how many people have them and lead perfectly normal lives, just as they did before. If your husband is keeping up with his regular checks and all is OK, then flying, driving whatever, isn't a problem - just continue as before.
All the best.
Mr Snow

Hello !!!!

by evita - 2007-09-25 01:09:48

Just wanted to thank the kind people who responded my comment,I feel a bit better,my husband is still nervous about his job,so,if anyone knows anybody working with aviation please any advice or anyword is always welcome.I love this site,it is really helpful for us,this is all new and I 'm learning so much here.....So thanks again...God blees u all,
Evita...

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