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I Just The Unfortunate Need To Have A Heart Defibrillator Implant In My Chest. I A Bit Of Pain Now. What Should I Expect?

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Toms River, NJ
January 4
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Randy ,I have had my implant since 2017 and have had no problems, so I hope things get better for you ,after you get use to it you will forget you have it .

January 4 (edited)
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

After an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is placed, mild pain or discomfort is normal. Recovery typically involves a hospital stay of one to two days. You can expect to resume normal activities within four weeks. Be cautious around magnets and electronic devices, keeping them at least six inches away from your Show Full Answer

After an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is placed, mild pain or discomfort is normal. Recovery typically involves a hospital stay of one to two days. You can expect to resume normal activities within four weeks. Be cautious around magnets and electronic devices, keeping them at least six inches away from your ICD. If pain worsens or you notice signs of infection, contact your doctor immediately. For more details, visit: [ICD for Heart Disease](https://www.MyHeartDiseaseTeam.com/treatments/i...).

January 4
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Brenda715 ,missed you and I hope you & family doing good and going to ride high 2025 and enjoy as much of it as possible. Just keep it pumping 💝

January 5

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